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YOUTH HOUSING CASE WORKER Could you assist young people to build the skills and confidence to maintain their own homes? MACS provides 24/7 supported housing for young people aged between 16 and 21, who are leaving care, or who may be homeless. Young people can live with us for up to 2 years before moving into the community. Youth Housing Case Workers provide individualised support planning for our young people, based on ongoing assessment, review and keeping safe were appropriate. Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click APPLY to submit your CV. Posts Available: 2 x Full Time, Permanent Posts (Belfast) 1 x Full Time, Permanent (Downpatrick) Salary : £25,545 per annum (£14.03 per hour) Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays); enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and Hybrid working options available and Health Benefits. Closing Date : Friday 13 February 2026 at 9.30am See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS with more information, or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check. MACS is dedicated to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: SUPPORT WORKERS (Care Assistant grade) 1 X Permanent Full-Time 78 hours a fortnight 1 X Permanent Part-Time 74 hours a fortnight 1 X Permanent Part-Time 30 hours a fortnight CLONARD ADULT SERVICES (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas) Ref: 91876 A panel may 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. Locum Support Worker roles are also available. Location: Clonard Adult Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Clonard services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: The Support Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of daily living focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Support Worker will assist people with the achievement of personal outcomes and in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The Support Worker is also responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, household tasks, personal and intimate care and other related aspects of physical well-being. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Working Hours: 1 X Permanent Full-Time 78 hours a fortnight 1 X Permanent Part-Time 74 hours a fortnight 1 X Permanent Part-Time 30 hours a fortnight All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Remuneration: Department of Health salary scales apply as at 01/08/2025: €34,036 x 11 increments - €46,652 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A Long Service Increment €47,454 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, sleep-ins and night-duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Support Worker appointments within the Clonard Adult Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries for this post to Liz Hunt, Clonard Services Area Manager on 086-8824638 or Geraldine McNamara Service Coordinator on 08706117007. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 5th February 2026. Interview date is 20th February 2026 (Maybe subject to change). The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Community Outreach Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION 2 X PERMANENT PART-TIME COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER CLONARD ADULT SERVICES (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas) JOB REF: 91856 A panel may 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. Location: Clonard Adult Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas). Staff allocation could be either within day/residential/respite settings or in community services. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Clonard services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: The Community Outreach Worker will support people to build confidence, access their community, provide opportunities for social engagement and personal development. The Community Outreach Worker will be involved in the development and implementation of educational, vocational, and recreational opportunities for people supported in the service. The successful candidate will fulfil a key worker role for people supported and will work to develop active roles and increase participation in local communities.The Community Outreach Worker will provide practical assistance and support to each person to develop links in the community. Qualifications/Experience/Skills: Candidates must have: Working Hours: 39 hours a fortnight based on a 14 day duty roster. The successful candidate will be required to work days, late evenings, weekends, public Holidays and irregular rosters from time to time in order to meet service demands. There may also a requirement to support people on short breaks and overnight support on occasion. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Contracted hours of work are liable to change over 7 days to meet the requirements of the service. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum Remuneration: Department of Health Instructor / Supervisor salary scales as at 01/08/2025 apply: €35,432 x 12 increments - €51,373 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Tenure: Both posts are Permanent Part-time and pensionable. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries for this post to Liz Hunt, Clonard Services Area Manager on 086-8824638 or Geraldine McNamara 0870617007 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 5th February 2026. Interview date is scheduled for 17th February 2026. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: SOCIAL CARE WORKERS All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/08/2025 apply: €40,351 X 11 increments - €55,599 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €56,650 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: All posts are Permanent and Pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within Clonard Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries for this post to Liz Hunt, Clonard Services Area Manager on 086-8824638 or Geraldine McNamara 0870617007. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 5th February 2026. Interview date 16th February 2026. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
Social Worker, Senior
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Senior Social Worker to join our team in Enable Ireland Wicklow Children’s Services - CDNT7 – South Wicklow, Arklow. Contract Type: Permanent .5WTE Contract Contract Hours: 17.5 hours per week Salary Scale: €67,823 – €79,797 pro rata per annum Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement: 34 days pro rata Overview of the Post: The post holder will work as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing services to children and families who are accessing the Children’s Disability Network Team. These supports will include the provision of quality and effective assessment and intervention social work supports to meet the desired outcomes for children with ongoing complex needs and their families. The duties of this post will combine direct intervention with children and families with the provision of support and supervision to basic grade social worker(s) on the team. The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings including the clinic, schools, preschools and special schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Outlined in Job Description. The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Social Care Worker & Direct Support
Social Care Workers/ Autism Support Workers – ASD SPECIFIC DAY SERVICES 35 hours per week – Permanent 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. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high quality service for three young people. Working closely with the Social Care Leader, multi disciplinary team and families, the key task is to provide positive behaviour and person centred supports to ensure a good quality of life for these three young people. Benefits of working in St Michael's House · HSE Pay Scale (incremental*) · Premium Payments (Frontline staff) · Sick Pay Scheme · Paid Maternity Leave · Pension · Cycle to Work Scheme · Generous Annual Leave · Employee Assistance Programme · Training / CPD · Career Progression Essential Criteria for Applicants Social Care Worker Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with the August 2025 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; €40,351 – point 12; €56,650 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. Autism Support Worker Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with August 25’ HSE revised consolidated Care Assistant (Disability) pay scale (point 1; €34,036 – point 13; €47,454 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. To apply: please provide us with an up to date CV with no gaps and a cover letter to https://www.rezoomo.com · A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience. · 2. A short cover letter/personal statement (i.e., no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position Social Care Worker with St. Michael’s House. · Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. Informal enquires: Eoin Keating at eoin.keating@smh.ie or 087 2700994 Closing Date: February 13th 2026 at 5pm Shortlisting will happen on the 17/02/2026 and candidates who meet criteria will then be notified of an interview date. Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.
Support Worker
We are hiring a Support Workers in Ennis, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Support Worker Contracts Available (X 2): Permanent Part-Time 60/78 (60 hours fortnightly) Location: Ennis, Co. Clare The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. They are 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 Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with the development of their Individual Plans 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. **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€34,036 - €47,454 pro-rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – SOUTHERN REGION The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disability, Autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork or Kerry area. SUPPORT WORKERS Ref: 91600 (05/2026) Permanent Relief hours up to 78 hours per fortnight Sector 1 & 2 Residential Services (Adults) Locations: Cork Adult Services (Lota / Glanmire / Douglas / Little Island / Fermoy/Ballinhassig) The Role Support Workers provide a key role for individuals in Service. This role is to support the person with activities of daily living. Includes supporting individuals with their meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being, to the extent required by the individual. Support people to achieve their goals in their Person Centred Plan. To support People who use the Service in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The Candidate The successful candidates must It is essential that all candidates have adequate immunity against Hepatitis B as per Immunisation Guidelines for Ireland 2008 Reporting to: Social Care Leader or Day Service Manager in the community and residential setting and through the Line Manager structure to the Area Manager. Salary Scale: €34,036 - €47,454 including 1 LSI per annum (1/8/25 Department of Health Consolidated Scales). Part-Time hours will be paid pro-rata to a full-time post Informal Enquiries to Stephen Dalton, Sector Manager, Tel: +353 21 4556243 OR Frank McNerney, Sector Manager, Tel: + 353 87 3840029 Human Resources Department, e-mail RecruitmentSouth@bocsi.ie Closing date: Sunday 22nd February 2026 Applications should be made using the Apply link below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland - Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer INDS
Care Support Workers
Job Opportunity Role: Care Support Workers Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 5 x39 Hours per week Cheshire Service: Cheshire Ireland Services Address: Donegal, Mayo, Sligo & Galway 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. €34100.68 to €39625.68 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: 16th of February 2026 @5pm Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be required to undergo vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and provide the necessary documentation to confirm their eligibility to work. Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
Care Support Workers
Job Opportunity Role: Care Support Workers Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 5 x39 Hours per week Cheshire Service: Cheshire Ireland Services Address: Waterford, Limerick, Kerry, Cork, Dublin 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. €34100.68 to €39625.68 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: 16th of February 2026 @5pm Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be required to undergo vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and provide the necessary documentation to confirm their eligibility to work. Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
