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Job Opportunity Care Support Worker Limerick Cheshire Services 32.5 Hours per week Specified Purpose Contract as 22.5 hours Care Support worker & 10 hours over 2 days Activities Assistant 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. €15.91 to €18.49 Depending on Experience. Premiums paid on unsocial hours. Career opportunities. Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy. Free on site 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 bonus. Welcome packs. Employee discounts. Closing Date: 09th May 2025 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
MWCH Student Nurses Mental Health
Mid-West Mental Health Services covers the counties of Limerick, Clare and North Tipperary and delivers a comprehensive service to a varied and often complex group of service users. The person appointed to this post will work within Mid-West Mental Health Services. He/she will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering a co-ordinated approach to client care. The types of services provided are as follows: · There are four approved centres in the Mid-West - (i) Acute Psychiatric Unit, 5B, Limerick University Hospital (50 beds) - (ii) Acute Psychiatric Unit, Mid-Western Regional Hospital, Clare (39 beds) - (iii) Tearmann Ward, St. Camillus’ Hospital (21 beds – Psychiatry of Older Persons) and - (iv) Cappahard Lodge, Ennis (34 beds – Psychiatry of Older Persons/Rehab). · Community Mental Health Teams – General Adult Mental Health Teams operate in the Mid West region providing a range of services to people with Mental Health issues. Social Workers are a core part of the Community Mental Health Teams. · Psychiatry of Older Persons – There are 3 Old Age Psychiatry teams across the Mid West. · Rehabilitation Psychiatry – There are 2 rehabilitation teams providing care for those with enduring mental illness in the Mid West. · Liaison – There is 1 such team in the Mid West. · CAMHS – There are 6 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Teams across the Mid West. The HSE provides a wide range of community and hospital based Mental Health Services in Ireland and these services have been evolving as we continue to move from the hospital model to providing more care in communities and in clients' own homes. It is estimated that up to one in five of us will experience some mental health problems in our lifetime and in order to meet these needs, Mental Health Services are expanding and evolving. We are committed to providing progressive high standards of recovery-based nursing care to clients with a wide range of mental health issues which range from basic to complex, severe psychiatric care needs. Services include Adult, Older Adult, Psychiatry of Later Life, ID with a Mental Health Diagnosis, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and Forensic Mental Health services. Adult Services including Older Adult and Psychiatry of Later Life are based in a number of locations all over Ireland. So if you want to work close or far from home there are a number of choices. The HSE treat and support individuals in their own homes and within the community where possible. In addition to this, acute admission wards are located throughout the country where services include assessment and treatment. Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) provide assessment and treatment for young people up to 18 years and their families who are experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders and ADHD. Specialist inpatient CAMHS services are based in Dublin, Cork and Galway. Community based CAMHS services are located throughout the country. Mental Health Services offer more rewarding nursing career opportunities than you may be aware of. Our nurse-led services allow extensive opportunities to fully engage in the delivery of holistic quality care, working with many other healthcare professionals such as Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Behavioural Therapists, Counsellors, Occupational Therapists, GPs and Social Workers to ensure the best outcomes for service users and residents. Mental Health Services actively encourage and support continual professional development as well as extensive access to rewarding career pathways. Nurses with experience qualify to apply for a variety of promotional managerial roles such as Clinical Nurse Manager, while those seeking specialist pathways can develop within roles such as Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Prescriber, Clinical Nurse Specialist roles and more. Nurses joining a Mental Health Service are fully supported and mentored. Informal Enquiries to: Mr. Donal O’Donovan. Assistant Director of Nursing. Phone number: (061) 461329 Email: donalp.odonovan@hse.ie
Health & Safety Administrator
Description TLI Group are currently recruiting an HSQE Administrator to join our HSQE team based in Co. Limerick. This is an excellent opportunity to join and ultimately represent a rapidly expanding company. This is a Hybrid role. TLI Group is an equal opportunities employer. Package: Competitive Salary. Maternity Leave 23 Days annual leave. Sick pay after completion of probation. Take part in our “Career Pathway Programme”, where there is an emphasis on training & career development. Opportunity to progress your career within a growing company. Voluntary Pension available on completion of probation. Employee membership for our LAYA EAP Programme – 24/7 Mental Wellbeing Support & Employee Assistance Programme. Health Insurance Discount. Life Assurance Payment. Standard industry training provided. Key Responsibilities • Engaging with employees to create a safety-first culture and identifying training needs • Ensuring all risk assessments and safe systems of work are up to date • Ensuring the project is compliant with legal, group and client obligations • Delivering the group HSQE programmes • Manage the Corrective & Preventative Actions system in conjunction with operational personnel • Ensuring regular and effective communications via safety briefs, safety reps and engagement meetings etc. • Managing the Group system for monitoring near misses, hazards etc and closing them out quickly and effectively • Carrying out accident investigations • Client account management with the various client Project Teams in relation to planning • Responsible for the designated planning of works to enable the delivery of the operational tasks required for the safe and efficient operation of the Business Plan • Planning and scheduling of tasks to maximise business efficiency and minimise the safety, health and environmental risks. Qualifications & Skills Previous experience working within Quality, Environmental and H&S Management systems Experience of implementation of documentation and procedures Minimum Diploma in Health & Safety or any other relevant degree. Excellent Communication, Interpersonal, Organisational & Planning Skills Able to balance competing priorities and meet personal targets within a fluctuating & demanding workload Ability to effectively integrate within the Project team and guide, manage and support the business Proficient use and knowledge of software such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook Full Driving Licence Desirable Knowledge: Experience of behavioural safety programme Experience within the construction industry CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Care Worker
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and supports and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers. Our vision is an Ireland where people on the journey of dementia are valued and supported. A national non-profit organisation, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person centred, rights-based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core. The ASI is currently recruiting for Care Workers who will work for our Adare Day Care Centre, Rathkeale Road, Adare, Limerick V94HX66 This is a permanent contract working 7.5 hours a week. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing person centered care to people with dementia in the Deise Day Care Centre. You will need good communication and organizational skills and be able to work on your own initiative. To be successful in this position it is essential you possess previous experience of undertaking social and cognitive stimulation activates with people with dementia, older people or people with intellectual disabilities. A FETAC level 5 is desirable. Confidence in using IT/Email is also desirable. We are offering a competitive salary commensurate with the care sector, and dependent on relevant experience. The role holder must strictly adhere to all National Guidelines laid out in QSPD guidance and be always COVID aware. Training in PPE / Infection Control and other relevant areas will be provided by The ASI prior to the role holder entering a client’s home. Further information on the role is available on The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s website https://alzheimer.ie/careers/ If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and cover letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to recruit@alzheimer.ie Closing date for applications is 1st May 2025 The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
