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BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL-TIME COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERS FAILTE COMMUNITY SERVICES, GALWAY CITY & COUNTY JOB REF: 89108 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Permanent and Temporary Community Support Worker appointments may be made over the next 12 months within Fáilte Community Services. Location: Failte Community Services is a Community Outreach Programme which provides multi- disciplinary support to Adults with a Mild Intellectual Disability. Many of those we support wish to live independently in Galway City and County, to access education, work/leisure activities and community day services for young adults graduating from school or training programmes as well as those needing support with making informed choices, daily life issues, relationships and health and well-being. The service aims to promote independence through enabling adults to live a full and active life safely in their communities. This is achieved through the provision of therapeutic supports, frontline services and the promotion of meaningful community engagement. We work in on going partnership with people supported by the service and other agencies to maximise the use of community resources. We provide a services which are person centred and individualised, adaptable and versatile in order to respond to the needs of people supported by the service. All the supports are underpinned by our BOC policies and procedures, Personal Outcome Measures, Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015 and HSE Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse. The Role: Community Support Workers provide a key-working supportive role and assist in the delivery of community support to individuals with Mild Intellectual Disability and sometimes a secondary diagnosis of Mental Health, some of whom may present with behaviours or lifestyles that can be deemed as challenging. This role comprises of mainly one to one working with individuals in the local community or sometimes in their own homes. A vital part of our Community Support Worker role is developing a community profile through; researching the local area, linking with local organisations and clubs, liaising with educational and training bodies and building positive and lasting relationships with all public and private services who assist the individuals we support to live independent lives in their communities. A major focus of the Community Support Worker role will also be encouraging and assisting individuals supported to develop their own life plans based around needs and interests. The Community Support Worker will work closely and inclusively with significant others involved in the individuals life such as family / next of kin and be supported and guided their practice by service social work, psychology, psychiatry and management when required. Reporting/Responsible To: Senior Staff/Team Leads/MDT where appropriate/Service Coordinator/Service Manager Qualifications/Experience/Skills: Ø Candidates must have a good general education. A recognised qualification appropriate to the field of intellectual disability is an advantage. QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable. Ø Candidates must have a minimum of one years’ experience of working with individuals with an Intellectual Disability. Candidates must have a minimum of six months experience of working with individuals with Mental Health Disability or individuals who display behaviours that challenge. Ø Candidates who will bring enthusiasm, professionalism, confidence and creativity to our services. Ø Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. Ø IT skills are also required. FCS use online tools for report writing, recording, planning and dissemination of information. Ø Candidates must have access to their own vehicle and hold a full clean Driving Licence (Class B), which is an essential requirement of this post. Ø Candidates from outside the EU must also hold the required permits to work in this area. Ø Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Working Hours: Permanent part-time Community Support Worker x 1 post – 16 hours per fortnight Permanent full-time Community Support Worker x 4 posts All full-time posts are 78 hours per fortnight based a 14 day duty roster. The service provision is guided by the people we support and in line with this, hours of support are offered between 8am and 8pm with some weekend work required. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours in order to ensure the provision of high quality services for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum Remuneration: Department of Health Care Assistant (Disability Services) salary scale (01/08/2025): €34,036 x 11 increments - € 46,652 (Max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €47,454 pro rata per annum 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. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. Employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Travel: The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty. The successful candidates will be expected to drive the service vehicles as required. The successful candidates will be expected to drive the service vehicles as required. To view full job description please see attachment below. Informal enquiries to Richard Humphreys, Area Manager or Gary Flannery, Service Coordinator on 091 755231 The closing date for receipt of all applications on-line is 5pm, Friday 23rd January 2026 Interview date will be February 2026 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
Operation Supervisor
The Role The Operations Supervisor plays an important role in supporting the efficient operation of Services at Communicare. In this position, you will focus on project administration, operational support, contract support, and process improvement. We are seeking a high-energy individual that works well in a team environment and is excited about continual learning and improvement.You will be working in the Communicare Galway office and will report to the Head of Operations. This role has the potential for occasional travel to other Communicare offices. About Communicare Operating across Ireland, Communicare is one of Ireland’s premier Healthcare companies delivering quality staffing solutions across a diverse range of services to clients in private homes, hospitals, and care facilities. Its unique position as a family managed, nurse led Irish Business, brings with it values that encompass trust, quality, integrity, and passion. We are looking for a candidate that mirrors this ethos and who can bring with them the necessary skills set and experience to develop and support activities across the organisation. Responsibilities, including but are not limited to the following:
Staff Nurse, Cardiology, GUH
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: G10177 Staff Nurse, Cardiology (Coronary Care Unit & Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory), Galway University Hospitals Grade Code: 2135 County: Galway Hse Area: West & North West Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Closing Date 10.00am on 21st January 2026 Contract Type: Permanent, Whole-time/ part time Specified Purpose, Whole time/ part time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one week’s notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Informal Enquiries: Eileen Flynn – ADON, Galway University Hospitals Email: eileenp.flynn@hse.ie Location Details: Upcoming vacancies will be available in the Cardiology (Coronary Care Unit & Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory), Galway University Hospitals Initial vacancy is whole time specified purpose A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for upcoming Staff Nurse Cardiology (Coronary Care Unit & Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory) posts at Galway University Hospital and from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Application Details Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification before submitting your application form & NMBI Registration. Please include your NMBI Registration . Interviews will be competency based. Post Specific Related Information As outlined on job specification Relocation Package The HSE offers an International Recruitment Relocation Package to relevant applicants. Please refer to HR Circular 001/2023 at the following link: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-001-2023-international-recruitment-relocation-package.pdf Candidate support Frequently Asked Questions – Rezoomo https://support.rezoomo.com/en/collections/147587-candidate-faqs HSE Recruitment Process – https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs/recruitment-process/
Team Leader CNM
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST OF: TEMPORARY FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER (CNM1)/Social Care Leader CHILDREN’S SERVICES GALWAY JOB REF: 90429 Location: Initial assignment to Crannmór Respite Service, Co Galway. Crannmór Respite provides a respite service to children and young people from 6 years of age to 18 overnight respite to children who have an Intellectual Disability, who may be on the Autistic Spectrum and present with behaviours that challenge and/or sleep difficulties. There may also be a requirement to cover hours in the other Children Services including Crannóg Respite, Rosedale School and the Child Development Centres located in Galway City. Candidates will be required to be completely flexible in this position and will be required to work a variety of hours including day and night duty hours and sleep ins as required. The Role: The successful candidate will have a pivotal role in supporting the coordination and management of children’s respite. The Team Leader has a pivotal role in managing the day to day delivery of services. The main responsibilities are to support resource-management and staffing - including rosters, staff development, facilitating communication and professional leadership in order to ensure a good quality of life for the Children in the services. Reporting/Responsible To: Service Coordinator / Sector Manager. Qualifications/Experience: • A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais) is an essential requirement; RNID/RMHN qualification is desirable. A relevant 3rd level qualification in the Social Care or Health Sector e.g. Nursing qualification and current Live Register Certificate from NMBI or Social Care qualification registered with or eligible to register with CORU by November 2025. View Social Care approved qualifications on https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ • An appropriate Health Management qualification is desirable (QQI Level 6). On appointment, if the successful candidate does not already hold such a qualification, they must undertake to complete an appropriate management course within a specified time-frame. • A minimum of 2 years’ experience the Health/Social Care Sectors is essential. • Previous experience of effectively managing a staff team and demonstrating proven ability to pro-actively lead, motivate, empower and achieve results through people is an advantage. • Be familiar with of the National Standards for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities and The Health Act 2007 (Care and Support of Residents in Designated Centres for Persons (Children and Adults with Disabilities) Regulations 2013. • A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. • Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion, confidentiality, be creative, self-motivated, communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms, and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. • Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Skills: Candidates should be able to demonstrate leadership, communication and team working skills and be a flexible and dynamic individual who will relate to people in a range of situations with an understanding of and commitment to the principles of public accountability as they apply in the health service. The Team Leader must demonstrate leadership and planning skills and the ability to set goals, put into action and follow through. The Team Leader must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, be creative and self-motivated, communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. Working Hours: Contracted hours will depend on the grade of the successful candidate - i.e. 78 hours a fortnight (SCL grade) or 75 hours a fortnight (CNM1 grade) rostered flexibly on a 7 day duty roster. This is inclusive of supernumerary hours, which will be assigned to the successful candidate. The roster varies in order to meet the individuals, needs and accordingly, you will be expected to be flexible in regard to the hours of duty and any changes in rostering in the future. An On-call commitment is an essential requirement of this post. Flexibility around this will be expected in order to meet service needs. Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Team Manager to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion.
