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ST. MICHAEL’S HOUSE Social Care Workers/ Autism Support Workers – ASD SPECIFIC DAY SERVICES 35 hours per week – Permanent, Temporary and Relief contracts available Dublin Area – Suitable for 2025 Graduates. St. Michael's House is a community based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. St.Michael’s House is committed to providing individualized supports to people so that they can enjoy experiences, opportunities and lifestyles similar to their peers. Vacancies now exist for Social Care Worker full-time Permanent contracts in Day Services to support individualised services in North and South Dublin. Locations include Swords, Balbriggan, Ballymun, Edenmore, Baldoyle, Finglas, Templeogue, Glasnevin and Goatstown These positions will provide exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to develop their career by providing personal support services for adults with an intellectual disability. The core values of this service will be person centeredness, community inclusion and active participation with a strong emphasis on quality. Your role will involve supporting and promoting each individual’s independence as well as enhancing their personal capacities. The successful candidates will assist in supporting individuals to develop and maintain their connections to other people and strengthen links to the local community. Key duties associated with the role: · Support each person to effectively communicate and to ensure they make informed decisions, exercise choice, control and autonomy in their life. · Contribute to and monitor outcomes for the person as identified in the personal planning processes. · Identify supports and work in partnership with the individual, their family and other supports as outlined within individual plans · Have an understanding of creating appropriate Autism specific environments and be aware of and able to work with Positive Behavioural Support Plans. Essential Criteria for Applicants: · Previous experience of supporting individuals presenting with an Intellectual disability · Experience of promoting community inclusion and active participation. · Experience providing individuals with positive behaviour supports · Experience working with families, clinicians and other networks of support · Possess excellent communication skills · Have experience of implementing positive behaviour support programmes. · Have experience of a key working role, focusing on promoting independence and community integration. · Experience working directly with people presenting with ASD preferred. Essential Qualification required for Social Care Workers Hold one of the HSE approved qualification- see below if you don’t hold 1 of the below you will not be shortlisted. The successful Social Care Worker candidates must have the following Qualifications required · QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) - Open Training College; · Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by an Institute of Technology, TUD or National University of Ireland; · A qualification received outside the State recognised by NARIC as equivalent to the Irish Level 7 award. · CORU Registration What We Offer: · HSE Pay Scale (incremental*) · Premium Payments · Sick Pay Scheme · Paid Maternity Leave · Pension · Cycle to Work Scheme · Generous Annual Leave · Employee Assistance Programme · Comprehensive Induction · Training / CPD · Career Progression Salary Scale – Social Care Workers: Successful candidates will be paid in line with March 25 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale point 1; €39,951 – point 14; €56,089 per annum based on working a 39 hour week . Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above. Salary Scale – Autism Support Workers: Successful candidates will be paid in line with March 25’ HSE revised consolidated Care Assistant (Disability) pay scale; point 1 – 3 3,699 – point 1 5 4 6,984 pro rata based on a 39 hour working week Closing Date: 05/09/2025 Shortlisting will happen on the 09/09/25 and candidates who meet criteria will then be notified of an interview date Please note that a twelve month panel will be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled. To Apply: Upload your CV and Cover Letter to Informal enquiries or queries to eoin.keating@smh.ie St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer
Care Support Worker
Job Opportunity Role: Care Support Workers Contract Type: Permanent Part Time Contract Hours: 28 Hours per week (13 Hour Shift & Sleepovers) Cheshire Service: Cheshire Community Living Services Address: East Leinster Services – Gorey Co. Wexford. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily. About Cheshire Ireland Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need. More information on our organisation can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/ What we do We provide individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and well-being. Our services provide a friendly, cooperative, and positive working environment within busy residential and community services. The right candidate will share our values and will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people we support. How we work Our services are based on clear principles of supporting people “one person at a time”. As a member of the team, you will be committed to high quality rights-based, person-centred service delivery, be willing to embrace change and help foster a culture of continuous improvement. What you will do You will support people with all aspects of their daily lives as per their individual needs and in accordance with their evolving personal plans to support them to live their best possible lives. You will be required to establish and maintain relationships with the people we support that are based on respect and equality and that promote their rights and independence. It is critical that when undertaking your work that you do so in a manner that is consistent with Cheshire Ireland’s values, operating ethos, and standards. Who we are looking for: Hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or a minimum of QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification. Have experience in supporting people with disabilities. Hold or be working towards gaining a Full Manual Driving license and willingness to drive for work. Desire for personal and professional development. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Eligibility to work in Ireland is essential. Good Standard of verbal and written English. Computer literate (experience with online care management systems an advantage). Personal integrity and trustworthiness. Positive attitude. Willing to embrace change and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning throughout the service. Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services. Candidates who have experience and no qualifications may be hired if they are willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within two years of the commencement of their role. Why work for us Flexibility in working hours. €15.91to €18.49 Depending on Experience. Premiums paid on unsocial hours. Career opportunities. Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy. Free onsite Parking. Benefits Sick pay benefit. Company Pension Scheme. Maternity benefit. Bike/Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance programme. Death in Service benefit for pension members. Employee Referral Scheme QQI Training Program. Welcome packs. Employee discounts. Closing Date: 21st of August 2025 @5pm Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau www.cheshire.ie Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
CHW Speech And Language Therapist, Clinical Specialist
Speech and Language Therapist,Clinical Specialist Primary Care Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Speech and Language Therapist, Clinical Specialist (Primary Care) (Grade Code: 3025) Remuneration The salary scale for the post is as at 01/03/2025: €69,998- €71,349-€72,737-€74,117-€75,496-€76,949-€78,478-€80,004-€81,228 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Campaign Reference CHW76CS25 Closing Date Friday 29th of August 2025 at 12 noon Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after the closing date. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is one part-time permanent vacancy for Speech & Language Therapist, Clinical Specialist (Primary Care) available HSE West and North West Community Services. This post will be located In Shantalla Health Centre, 25 Newcastle Road, Galway . A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Speech & Language Therapist, Clinical Specialist, Primary Care, HSE West and North West Community Services (Galway, Mayo & Roscommon) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled Informal Enquiries Name: Catherine Flynn, Community Healthcare Network Manager. Email: catherine.flynn@hse.ie Phone: 086 8202279 Name : Alma Collins, Speech and Language Therapy Manager E-Mail : alma.collins@hse.ie Phone : 086 1453591 Details of Service The post holder will work as part of the Children’s Primary Care Team, West Galway City Community Healthcare Network (CHN). The successful candidate will work both within their discipline and as part of the wider multidisciplinary primary care team. They will also work closely with schools in the area. The clinical specialist SLT will play a lead role in providing a clinically advanced Speech & Language Therapy service to children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). Reporting Relationship The Clinical Specialist SLT will report to the Speech & Language Therapy Manager for clinical matters. They will report to the Community Healthcare Network Manager for operational matters. Key Working Relationships The Clinical Specialist SLT will foster key working relationships with: · Members of the Children’s Primary Care Team, CHN 5 (H&SCPs, Community Medical Doctors, Nursing & General Paediatrics). · SLTs throughout the IHA and further afield. · School and pre-school colleagues including teachers, NCSE colleagues, NEPS Psychologists. · Third level institutions, especially the University of Galway. Purpose of the Post The purpose of the Clinical Specialist Speech & Language Therapist is: · To provide clinically advanced Speech & Language Therapy service to children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Speech and Language Therapist, Clinical Specialist will: Professional / Clinical · Identify and prioritise the requirements of the service within a constantly changing environment. · Ensure that professional standards are maintained through clinical audit, supervision and training. · Operate within the scope of Speech and Language Therapy practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with local guidelines. · Keep abreast of research and practice developments in relevant clinical areas. Lead and facilitate research projects relevant to the specialist area. · Develop guidelines for safe and effective Speech and Language Therapy practice related to the specialist area. · Act as an advanced clinical advisor to colleagues and others. · Be responsible for a clinical caseload. · Demonstrate advanced proficiency in the ability to assess and prioritise clients according to clinical needs using clinical reasoning skills. · Ensure a high standard of Speech and Language Therapy assessment, treatment and management to provide for clients under his/her care and ensure that professional standards of practice are adhered to. · Prioritise and maximise effectiveness of intervention using available resources to ensure service demands are optimally met e.g. appropriate delegation and onward referral. · Collaborate and effectively communicate with the Speech and Language Therapy Manager and the multidisciplinary team regarding referral pathways to the specialist area and client management to ensure a safe effective and efficient service. · Demonstrate advanced knowledge of care pathways appropriate to clients availing of the service and proactively work with colleagues to design and implement processes to improve flow for clients. · Take a key role in discharge planning. · Ensure the privacy and dignity of the client is respected at all times. · Work within the multidisciplinary team ethos and liaise with staff to ensure effective communication. · Promote changes in work practices, procedures, techniques or technology having regard to the development of best practice and advanced practice in Speech and Language Therapy. · Communicate with other clinical specialists nationally and internationally to further develop clinical excellence and research. · Serve on and advise such committees that may be set up relevant to the area of clinical speciality. Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. · Engage in peer support with Speech and Language Therapist colleagues. · Engage in professional clinical Speech and Language Therapist supervision. · Be responsible, in partnership with local General Management, for the practice education of student therapists through provision of placements and through support for therapists who are practice educators within their departments. · Ensure newly qualified therapists have adequate induction and clinical supervision. · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. Health and Safety · Promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. · Be aware of and implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. · Be aware of risk management issues. Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. · Document appropriately and report any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Management · Responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service in designated area(s). · Review and allocate resources within the designated area, in collaboration with relevant others. · Advise the Speech and Language Therapy Manager on matters relevant to the optimal functioning of the Speech and Language Therapy Service in the specialist area and in service development of the Speech and Language Therapy Department. · Assist in the setting and monitoring of clinical standards, policies and procedures, evaluation of clinical practice, quality control and clinical audit. · Foster and lead a culture and practice of; evaluating service outcomes; data collection; implementing quality improvement initiatives as appropriate. · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best clinical governance, organisational requirements and the Freedom of Information Act, GDPR, and render reports and other information / statistics as required. · Develop and implement strategic service and business plans, quality initiatives etc. based on up to date evidence-based practice and report on outcomes. · Be responsible for the succession planning/sustainability of new service developments. · Put in place evaluating mechanisms appropriate to the specialist area and continually audit and evaluate the service with a view to maximising effectiveness, efficiency and quality. · Work within the multidisciplinary team and liaise with staff to ensure effective communication. · Communicate with other clinical specialists nationally and internationally to further develop clinical excellence and research. · Serve on and provide specialist advice to committees / working groups that may be set up relevant to the area of clinical speciality. · Represent the department / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Liaise with the Speech and Language Therapist Manager regarding the needs, interests and views of Speech and Language Therapy staff. · Promote good team working, and a culture that values diversity and respect. · Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration. · Keep up to date with developments within the organisation and the wider Health Service. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, as a Speech & Language Therapist by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU . AND (ii) Have 5 years full time (or an aggregate 5 years) post registration qualification experience. Of Which four years full time (or an aggregate of 4 years) post registration qualification clinical experience must be in the required area of Specialism AND (iii) Demonstrate a proven record of clinical excellence in the specialism AND (iv) Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the required area of specialism, in the form of postgraduate qualifications or relevant courses . AND (v) Candidates must demonstrate achievement in the areas of clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives, practice development, teaching and research. AND (vi) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Speech & Language Therapist Register maintained by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. AND (vii) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, management, leadership and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 2. Annual registration (i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Speech & Language Therapists Register maintained by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post specific Requirements Demonstrate the depth and breadth of experience working with children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. OR (iii) Suitably qualified, non-resident non-EEA citizens. The HSE welcomes applications from suitably qualified, non-resident, non-EEA citizens and will support successful candidates in their application for a Work Permit, as applicable. Read more about Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment Work Permits Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge and Experience · Demonstrates an advanced level of clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence based practice appropriate to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards. · Demonstrates an ability to apply specialist knowledge to best practice. · Demonstrates evidence of having applied / used appropriate assessment tools and treatments and a knowledge of the implications of outcomes for service users, particularly those with complex needs in the specialist area. · Demonstrate a willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role. Planning and Managing Resources · Balances clinical work with other research and educational responsibilities. · Provides flexible interventions to meet the varied needs of individual service users. · Demonstrates the ability to plan and manage the delivery of an optimum service in an effective and resourceful manner, within a model of person-centred care. · Demonstrates a high level of initiative, flexibility and adaptability in response to workforce demands. · Promotes the delivery of a holistic, user-focused approach, which encompasses a multi-professional and inter-professional perspective. Managing and Developing (Self and Others) · Demonstrates advanced leadership and team skills including the ability to lead by example. · Demonstrates a commitment to managing and developing self and others in a busy working environment. · Deals positively and constructively with obstacles and conflict within teams. · Demonstrates commitment to continuing professional development (CPD) and facilitates staff development by providing support such as; supervising, mentoring, coaching and formal development planning. Develops and/or implements systems to support a CPD culture within the service. Commitment to providing a Quality Service · Leads on the design, delivery and implementation of a high quality, person centred service. · Designs and develops new, innovative and non-traditional service delivery models which aim to promote a comprehensive and integrated quality service within evolving healthcare structures, overcoming any resource limitations. · Demonstrates and promotes collaborate working relationships as well as having the ability to work independently and exercise a high degree of professional autonomy. · Displays awareness and appreciation of service users and the ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect. Evaluating Information and Judging Situations : · Exercises a high degree of professional autonomy in the analysis of highly complex facts or situations that contribute to the implementation of a treatment or management strategy for the service user. · Demonstrates the ability to effectively analyse and critically evaluate complex information and make appropriate decisions. · Explains the rationale behind decisions confidently when faced with opposing or competing demands. Is objective but also aware of sensitivities in their approach. · Regularly quantifies and evaluates activities against service plans and takes timely action to correct potential difficulties and/or to respond to changing needs. Recognises how service constraints impact on service delivery. Communications and Interpersonal Skills · Displays effective communication skills (written and verbal) e.g. presents written information in a clear, concise and well-structured manner / communicates complex information by tailoring the communication method and the message to match the needs of the audience. · Demonstrates sound interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of people, colleagues, families, carers etc. · Demonstrates sensitivity, diplomacy and tact when dealing with others and is patient and tolerant when dealing with conflict or negative attitudes from others. · Demonstrates strong negotiation skills, remains firm but flexible when putting forward a point of view Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Speech and Language Therapist, Clinical Specialist Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is part-time and permanent. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The salary scale for the post is as at 01/03/2025: €69,998- €71,349-€72,737-€74,117-€75,496-€76,949-€78,478-€80,004-€81,228 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service, or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First webpage . Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: · Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. · Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. · Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. · Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. · Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. · Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. · Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function, here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/safetywellbeing/about%20us/ 2 See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
Senior Supervisor
Senior Supervisor – Day service Bray, Co. Wicklow 39 hours per week – Permanent Contract Qualifications required: Social Care/ Studies or Relevant 3rd Level Qualification at degree level ie; Social Work, Psychology is essential , (or relevant qualification received outside the state recognised by NARIC equivalent to Irish level 8). Skills/Abilities required of a Senior Supervisor · At least one year’s recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs · Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector · Understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with autism · Proven ability to work on own initiative · Demonstrated leadership skills · Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities · Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan. · Fluent English and excellent communication skills · Experience at a similar level with responsibility for supervising/managing a team · Proven experience in managing team rota · Experience of leading/chairing meetings · Full, manual drivers licence essential Who the people we support would like support from: We are looking for people who can: · Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me · Adapt their communication style to suit my needs. · Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind. · Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care · Support me to engage in my community · Help me learn new skills · Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions Schedule Staff are required to work shifts on a rota basis. Benefits Include
Community Rehabilitation Assistant
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated Community Rehabilitation Assistant to join our dynamic team in North Dublin Community , where person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do. About the Role: As a Rehabilitation Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting those with an acquired brain injury on their journey - helping them to regain independence and achieve their goals. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, you will help to deliver co-ordinated, person-centred support that empowers each individual. We have multiple Permanent, Full-Time, 39 hours contracts available. The salary is based on the HSE 2022 Care Assistant scale. What You'll Be Doing: If you’re ready to step into a role that balances professional impact with personal purpose, we’d love to hear from you. You're welcome to get in touch with informal queries by emailing the Hiring Manager. Jan O'Leary - Local Service Manager - joleary@abiireland.ie Please apply by 5pm 21st August 2025. #IJ
Care Assistant
Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Limerick Region Applications are invited for the following positions across our services CARE ASSISTANT (Twilight Contracts) Work Locations: Limerick City Integrated Services Twilight hours shift pattern are as follows: 8:30pm to 10:30pm and 8:30pm to 12:00 (Midnight) Panels will be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Care Assistant 13-point scale €33,699 - €46,984 (pro-rata) Working with Brothers of Charity Ireland Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We require bright ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. In return for this dedication and commitment we offer the following: · Competitive Rates of Pay · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Leave · Employee Assistance Programs The role of a Care Assistant Care Assistants provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. This role comprises two main elements. Firstly the Care Assistant is responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Care Assistant role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with development on Individual Plan's and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration All applicants are required to : · Have a minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in an appropriate or relevant field · A full manual driving license which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads is desirable The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
SLDS Clinical Nurse Manager Person In Charge
Job Title and Grade Code Clinical Nurse Manager 2 – Person in Charge ( 2119) Campaign Reference SLDS2517 Closing Date Thursday 21st August 2025 at 12 Noon Proposed Interviews TBC Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Organisational Area Community Healthcare – Cavan, Donegal, Leitrim, Monaghan, Sligo Location of Post Sligo/Leitrim Disability Services - A supplementary panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Nurse Manager 2 – Person in Charge from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Tim O Sullivan Director of Nursing Email: tim.osullivan@hse.ie ; Or Lorna Chambers Nursing Office Email: Lorna.chambers@hse.ie ; Purpose of the Post The post of Clinical Nurse Manager 2 has a pivotal role in the service to plan, co-ordinate and manage activities and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities will be to support the required clinical governance and supervision structure as specified by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) facilitating communication and professional clinical leadership, resource management, staffing and staff development, practice development and quality assurance.
Senior Physiotherapist
Senior Physiotherapist Full time, Permanent – 35 hours per week and Part-time roles We currently have vacancies on our CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams, across all our Dublin locations. CDNT Balbriggan; CDNT Clondalkin; CDNT Clontarf; and CDNT Swords. Based in CRC Lead Agency Children’s Disability Network Team. The CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) will be providing intervention to children from the age of 0-18 years, presenting with complex developmental needs requiring inter-disciplinary intervention . Our services are based upon a Family Centered Practice Model in line with the Progressing Disability Services. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team. During 2024 the CRC has embarked on a programme of organistional transformation. Partnering with the Virginia Mason Institute world leaders in supporting healthcare organisations through continuous improvement and transformational change. We would love to hear from you if you are excited about the chance to become part of our forward-thinking children's teams and contribute to implementing lean healthcare practices. The successful candidate will have the following essential requirements: · Current CORU registration or applied for and be eligible for registration as a Physiotherapist with CORU. · Three years clinical experience with the majority being in paediatric disability · Proven experience in delivering a physiotherapy service as part of an MDT · Excellent communication, initiative, time management and teamwork skills · Flexibility and teamwork skills which are key to this role Desirable requirements: · Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder · Experience working with children with physical disabilities · Experience working with children with intellectual disabilities · Experience completing Assessment of Need · Full driver’s license and access to car It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Senior Physiotherapist (€63,912 - €75,254). Please apply through the Rezoomo link. Please specify the CDNT team/s you wish to join. This competition is a rolling competition, interviews will take place weekly from the beginning of January 2025 with available vacancies filled on a rolling basis. Informal enquires to hr@crc.ie, please specify the CDNT team you are enquiring about. A panel will be created from this campaign from which current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole-time and part-time posts for CRC Children’s Disability Services will be filled. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_application_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. This role is subject to HSE Approval. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #CR
DML-- - General Manager, Head Of Communications And Public Affairs
General Manager - Head of Communications and Public Affairs Communications & Public Affairs HSE Dublin and Midlands DML-08-25-197 Location: There is currently one Permanent / Whole-time position available in the Offices of the HSE Dublin and Midlands Region. Precise location to be agreed with successful candidate. A panel may be formed for the post of General Manager, Communications and Public Affairs, from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role by contacting: Ms. Arlene Crean Regional Director, Communications and Public Affairs , Stiúrthóir Réigiúnach, Cumarsáid agus Gnóthaí Poiblí Ríomhphost/E-mail: arlene.crean@hse.ie Tel|Fón: 086 796 8640 HR Point of Contact: HSE Dublin and Midlands is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Stephen Keane Assistant Staff Officer Human Resources , Oifigeach Cunta Foirne Acmhainni Daonna Ríomhphost/E-mail: Stephen.Keane1@hse.ie Tel|Fón: 087 181 9603 Eligibility Criteria - Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: Significant experience in a senior communications leadership role and of working in a busy press and media office including a track record of high-level media and stakeholder relations. And Proven experience of project management and delivery of large scale communications projects including implementing change management projects, parliamentary affairs and/or public information campaigns in a complex organisation. And Proven experience of managing teams in a fast-paced pressured environment. And Proven experience of implementing integrated communication strategies. And Significant experience of crisis and issues management including inter agency relations. And Proven record of managing information that involves co-ordination across a range of areas of the health service. And Strong evidence of an ability to develop a network of relationships among press and media and within the organisation. And Excellent writing and presenting skills. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.
DML Clinical Coordinator Primary Care
Please note: Informal Enquiries Name : Niamh Quinlavan, General Manager, Primary Care Service Mobile : 087 337 2083 Tel : 07 7788080 Email : pcgmtallaght.cho7@hse.ie Location of Post Weight Management Service for Children & Young People South East Community Healthcare (CHO5) and Community Healthcare East (CHO7), Primary Care Centre, Boot Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22 There are currently two permanent, 1 WTE posts available, one in CHO5 and CHO7. The location of post within each CHO will be confirmed at job offer stage. A panel may be formed for Weight Management Service for Children & Young People from which current and future Dublin and Midland Regional, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Details of Service Weight Management Service for Children & Young People The Weight Management Service for Children & Young People is a new service, developed as an integral part of the paediatric primary care and child health service in the CHO as part of the Slaintecare Healthy Communities Initiative. It will provide co-ordinated transdisciplinary assessment and treatment for eligible children and young people with overweight and obesity. The multi-disciplinary team consists of Community Medical Doctor, Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Family Key Worker and administrative staff. It will cover CHN 3,5,8 and 9. The service is aligned to Level 1b of the HSE Model of Care for the Management of Overweight and Obesity (2020) or Weight Management Service for Children and Young People. It will be closely integrated with community support services for healthier behaviours and acute services for specialist assessment and treatments, facilitating end-to-end care for overweight and obesity. The team will be co-located and delivering clinics and services in communities responsive to individuals’ needs, providing the right care, at the right time in the right place. Weight Management Service for Children & Young People supports training and capacity building across primary care services for early identification and intervention for weight management. Weight Management Service for Children & Young People staff will work with the HSE Obesity Clinical Programme to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate a standardised, evidence-based model of service delivery. Purpose of the Post This position occupies a pivotal role within the Weight Management Service for Children & Young People organisational structure. The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of the Weight Management Service for Children & Young People to meet the needs of children, young people and their families. They will be a member of the team with protected time to coordinate the multidisciplinary aspects of the team’s activities. The role of the Clinical Coordinator is central to coordinating the self-managed work of the individual team members, to ensure the team functions effectively. . The purpose of this post is to: · Lead on the day-to-day operations of the Weight Management Service for Children & Young People including service planning, engagement with key stakeholders to build appropriate referral pathways, scheduling, clinical care co-ordination and reporting. · Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to: provide evidence-based care to children, young people and their families attending the Weight Management Service for Children & Young People · In line with the national care guidelines and standards; build capacity across primary care for early identification and intervention for weight management and appropriate referral. · Work with the HSE Obesity Clinical Programme to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate a standardised, evidence-based model of service delivery. · Co-ordinate the administrative functions of the MDT including team meetings, maintaining shared records, communication, supporting professional relationships and interdisciplinary working to ensure effective care delivery as an MDT. · Liaise with all healthcare professionals and other stakeholders locally and nationally to facilitate engagement with the service, learning and sharing best practice and effective operation of the service.
