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SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTANT The Special Needs Assistant (SNA) provides the necessary non-teaching services to pupils with assessed educational needs. They act in a care and support role that is non-teaching in nature. Their duties are assigned by the Principal acting on behalf of the Board of Management/ETB. Their work is supervised either by the Principal or another teacher as determined by the Principal. The SNA’s primary function is to ensure the care and support needs of the students are met on a daily basis. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE: Remuneration: The remuneration offered is the SNA scale as determined by the Department of Education & Skills. Remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Person Specification: Essential: Each candidate must have:
Chefs
Irish-owned cafés & bars in Belgium, Europe looking for friendly, creative, and motivated Chefs with experience in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have a basic knowledge of hygiene protocols/kitchen procedures and a passion for creativity and high standards of presentation. What we offer : - Highly competitive net salary - Reasonably priced accommodation within a short distance of the bar is provided by us. Own room in a shared apartment with rent at +/- €400 per month. - The language barrier in our bars is not an issue as English is generally spoken by our clients and all our staff, but we can also provide access to subsidised French lessons - Regular professional training are given to all our staff. We want our people to be the best at their trade! - Access to full health care provided - We help all our staff set up bank accounts and apply for their Belgian id card - We will pay for your transport costs over and will also provide you with 1 free flight home per year - We work with a core of Irish staff in each of our bars in order to provide a "home away from home feel" Only serious applicants with a mind to having a future in the hospitality sector and the ambition to succeed need apply. Within a year, you can really evolve in your position with us while enjoying a good standard of life in a warm and safe environment.
Bartenders
Irish-owned cafés & bars in Belgium, Europe looking for friendly, creative, and motivated bartenders with experience in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have a basic knowledge of hygiene protocols/bar procedures and a passion for creativity and high standards of presentation. What we offer : - Highly competitive net salary - Reasonably priced accommodation within a short distance of the bar is provided by us. Own room in a shared apartment with rent at +/- €400 per month. - The language barrier in our bars is not an issue as English is generally spoken by our clients and all our staff, but we can also provide access to subsidised French lessons - Regular professional cocktail training and barista courses are given to all our staff. We want our people to be the best at their trade! - Access to full health care provided - We help all our staff set up bank accounts and apply for their Belgian id card - We will pay for your transport costs over and will also provide you with 1 free flight home per year - We work with a core of Irish staff in each of our bars in order to provide a "home away from home feel" Only serious applicants with a mind to having a future in the hospitality sector and ambition to succeed need apply. Within a year, you can really evolve in your position with us, becoming very talented at mixology and barista, French-speaking, and enjoying a good standard of life in a warm and safe environment.
General Operatives
General Operatives Full-time General Operatives required for Galway Bay Seafoods, Warehouse, New Docks, Galway, Ireland to work within the Wholesale Warehouse. Working hours: 6 am - 2 pm OR 7 am - 3 pm Duties will include: Although we have adapted and changed, one thing that will never change will be our business mission to our customers. Customer satisfaction is at the heart of our mission and everything we do as a business. We believe this is best achieved by working tirelessly to deliver the highest quality product, quickly and efficiently and working cooperatively with our clients to satisfy their particular needs. "To us, the new and improved Galway Bay Sea Foods is like our new baby, and this is why we take great pride in the care and attention we give to all our customers, new and old. And while nothing could part us from what we have now, it's not really because it's so new. It's because it’s so old." Noel Holland Galway Bay Seafoods Ltd. New Docks, Galway, Ireland. Click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today!
Cleaner
Full Time Cleaner Required Location: Spiddal, Co. Galway Applicants MUST have a full driver’s license.
Part Time Handyman
Part-Time Handyman Required 3 days a week Location: West Galway Applicants MUST have a full driver’s license.
Director Of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare
Post Specific Related Location Mayo, Roscommon, Galway Proposed Interview Date TBC HSE Area Community Healthcare West Category Nursing & Midwifery Informal Enquiries Emma Naughton, General Manager Primary Care Galway Email: emmad.naughton@hse.ie Tel: 087 7203149 Application Details Contract Type Permanent Wholetime
CHW Director Of Public Health Nursing
Director of Public Health Nursing Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Director of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare West (Grade Code: 2801) Campaign Reference CHW050-DPHNCHW-202 Closing Date Tuesday 17th September 2024 at 12 noon Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible following the closing date Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post Primary Care Services, Community Health Care West There is currently one permanent wholetime vacancy available in: · Galway The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises. A panel may be created as a result of this campaign for Primary Care Services, Community Healthcare West from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration for the post of Director of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare West may be filled. Informal Enquiries Emma Naughton, General Manager Primary Care Galway Email: emmad.naughton@hse.ie Tel: 087 7203149 Details of Service The Public Health Nursing Service is a generalist nursing service underpinned by the principles and values of primary care and public health, including those of equity, accountability and evidence based nursing care, working to public policy agenda and reform. The Sláintecare Report (2017) and Sláintecare Implementation Strategy (2018) signal a new direction for the delivery of health and social care services in Ireland with the potential to create a far more sustainable, equitable, cost effective system and one that delivers better value for patients and service users. At its core, the strategy focuses on establishing programmes of work to move to a community-led model, providing local populations with access to a comprehensive range of non-acute services at every stage of their lives. This will enable our healthcare system to provide care closer to home for patients and service users, to be more responsive to needs and deliver better outcomes, with a strong focus on prevention and population health improvement. Internationally, the strategic repositioning of health services is recognised as a better approach to meet the challenges of escalating demand from an ageing population and the prevalence of chronic diseases, while at the same time ensuring better access to care, addressing inequalities in health and delivering sustainability and best value for population health. · The Director of Public Health Nursing provides strategic direction and clinical leadership to the nursing teams with a focus on community health and on the delivery of effective, quality assured and patient centered nursing care. In the current climate of continuous change, the Director of Public Health Nursing promotes and develops a shared sense of commitment and participation amongst staff by ensuring the teams understand the need to deliver on services in line with national and local strategies, policy and best practice development, in line with statutory requirements. · The Director of Public Health Nursing is required to perform at a high leadership and management level, work within the Community Care Structures and wider Integrated Services Directorate; as part of multi-disciplinary teams across the HSE structures, in order to provide a co ordinated and standardised approach to community nursing. · The Director of Public Health Nursing is responsible for the delivery of a high quality nursing service. · The Director of Public Health Nursing ensures the safe delivery of the Public Health Nursing service with a focus on governance and accountability, in co-operation with multidisciplinary teams within the area’s of responsibility · The Director of Public Health Nursing has responsibility to implement changes in the PHN service, in line with national recommendations and best practice · The Director of Public Health Nursing reports to the GM and will work closely with the ADPHNs, in order to ensure that a cohesive structure and process for effective clinical governace and service delivery is in place. · Liaise with appropriate third level institutions CNMEs and the Practice Development Units. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report to the General Manager Primary Care. Purpose of the Post The Director of Public Health Nursing is responsible for the delivery of an efficient, effective, caring and patient focused nursing service throughout the Integrated Service Area. The Director of Public Health Nursing will have a pivotal role in team leadership / service planning co-ordinating and management of activity and resources within the service area. The position requires a strategic approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the management of change to comply with the HIQA Standards. (Health Information and Quality Authority). The Director of Public Health Nursing will ensure patient safety and quality assurance throughout the service in line with best practice. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Leadership & Accountability The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · To provide strategic and clinical leadership and direction for community health nursing and related services which results in the delivery of effective, efficient, quality assured and patient centred nursing care. · To develop a shared sense of commitment and participation amongst staff in the management of change, the development of nursing services and in responding to the changing health needs of patients. · To develop, maintain and review the community nursing organisational structure within the context of overall organisational objectives. · To be responsible for strategy, policy and practice development, education and professional duties imposed by statute or determination. · To liaise with other service managers on any significant development within his/her area of responsibility. · To liaise with and provide advice to the Director of Nursing and Midwifery Planning Unit on community nursing services issues and to senior management as required. · To assign responsibility, where appropriate, to the Assistant Directors of Public Health Nursing. Planning The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · Key objectives for the community nursing service will be set on an annual basis. · To be responsible for the management of community nursing services and ensure that systems are in place to support this responsibility · Participate as a core member of the community care senior management team. · To formulate, develop and manage relevant information and other systems for the community nursing service. · To prepare, cost, manage and ensure implementation of service plans for the community nursing service · To prepare an annual report on nursing and related activities. · To participate in care group planning in co-operation with the multi-disciplinary team · To participate, when required, on regional and national strategic, advisory and implementation committees for various services and care groups. Operations The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · To ensure the discharge of all professional and statutory responsibilities in the area of child care & to work in collaboration with the Child & Family Agency · To assist in the development of policies and services, standards etc. in relation to child health, clinical nursing, & public health nursing. · To ensure best practice in the management of direct patient care and to ensure the development of the concept of care planning with other professionals. · To ensure the delivery of safe & efficient School Immunisation Programme · To ensure the delivery of a safe & effective national school audiometry & vision screening programme Personnel Management The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · To participate, as required, in the recruitment, selection and appointment of community nursing and related staff. · To ensure the optimum and effective use of staff through efficient rostering, skill/grade mix planning, work load measurement, staff profiling and deployment. · Initiate the implementation of an on-going development in individual performance review process and foster a high level of morale among staff by effective motivation and consultation. · To participate in the formulation of relevant personnel policies and procedures. · To deal with industrial relations issues relating to community nursing and allied staff, in consultation with the HR Department. · To develop and implement Risk Management and Health and Safety strategies in consultation with appropriate personnel. · Finance The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · To prepare annual financial estimates of community nursing (pay and non pay) and related manpower, including allied staff education and training needs. · To participate in the overall financial planning of the service including the assessment of priorities in pay and non-pay expenditure. · To ensure expenditure is controlled within budget and identify potential for savings through improved practice and innovation. · To assign, as appropriate, budgetary control and implement monthly expenditure audit systems. Training, Education and Assessment The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · To ensure that appropriate in-service education programmes and on-going learning needs are met for all assigned staff. · To liaise with appropriate third level institutions. · In collaboration with Assistant Directors of Public Health Nursing, ensure that the training needs of student nurses, student public health nurses and other relevant personnel are met. · To assist in the development of performance management systems. · Maintain awareness of relevant nursing research and new developments. To initiate and facilitate relevant nursing research and promote awareness of ongoing research into issues affecting nursing and patient care. Liaison The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · To ensure close liaison between relevant community nursing personnel, general practitioners, practice nurses, other Directors of Nursing and consultants in order to develop the most effective procedures for the referral of patients to the community services, for the treatment and care of patients and for the discharge or transfer of care to other services. · To ensure effective liaison with other health professionals, voluntary groups and groups representing the general public to develop the most effective community nursing services. · To participate in the identification, setting and attainment of health promotion targets in line with the health strategy. Quality Assurance The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · To ensure that modern standards of clinical nursing care are in operation and that regular monitoring of nursing care is undertaken through audit. · To develop a philosophy for community nursing which reflects the HSE’s commitment to the provision of a high standard of nursing care thereby ensuring the health and social gain of the community. · To implement HSE policy on complaints and patient services. · To contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards and ensure that staff complies with same. · To maintain good public relations including good collaborative working relationships and communications with appropriate statutory, professional and voluntary organisations responsible for and/or participating in health care. · To ensure adherence to all codes and guidelines relating to professional nursing practice and behaviour. · To implement the ‘Better Safer Healthcare Standards’ both within the Community Nursing Service and as part of the Multidisciplinary Management team. General The Director of Public Health Nursing will: · To undertake other relevant duties as may be determined from time to time by the Senior Operations Manager or other designated officer. · 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 etcand comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service Miscellaneous · It is recognised that this job description is subject to on-going review in the light of service needs. The above Job Description 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 him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience etc. (a) Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed applications for the post: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, in the Public Health Nursing Division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). And (ii) Have 10 years nursing experience immediately prior to the closing date for applications of which 5 must have been in Public Health Nursing and 5 of the 10 years must have been at the level of Assistant Director of Public Health Nursing, PHN Network Manager, Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (CNM 2) or above in the Irish Health Sector or an analogous level in another jurisdiction. An aggregate of such experience as set out above will be acceptable. The relevant roles must have been clinical and required maintenance of registration as a Public Health Nurse with NMBI. And (iii) Have successfully completed a post registration programme of study, as certified by the education provider, which verifies that the applicant has achieved a National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major academic Level 8 or higher award maintained by Quality & Qualifications of Ireland (QQI) or can provide written evidence from the Higher Education Institute that they have achieved the number of ECTS credits equivalent to a Level 8 or higher standard in a health care or management related area. And (b) Candidates must possess the requisite clinical, leadership, managerial and administrative knowledge and ability for the proper discharge of the duties of the office 2. Annual Registration (i) Practitioners must maintain live annual registration in the Public Health Nursing Division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). And (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with the NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 3. 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. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role, as post will involve frequent travel Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge and Experience For example: · Clinical and professional knowledge and judgement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. · Knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to oversee the provision of safe, efficient and effective service. · A willingness to inform self and to adhere to legislative requirements. Shows an appreciation of policies and procedures specific to practice area / service user. · Self-awareness, a commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to both teach and learn. · Demonstrate a willingness to engage with and develop IT skills relevant to the role. Strategic and System Thinking For example: · The ability to adapt a corporate overview; sees the bigger picture of service delivery and appreciates the interconnectedness of issues. · An ability to look ahead and anticipate substantive issues. Adopts a proactive forward-planning approach to service delivery in consultation with relevant stakeholders. · Effective risk management, problem solving and decision making ability, all in a timely manner. Establishing Policy, Systems and Structures For example: · The ability to design and implement structured policies and systems for the management of service delivery in consultation with key stakeholders. · An ability to ensure clear role accountability for service levels, quality and decision making discretion. · The ability to plan financial budgets using high levels of business management expertise. Vision, Values and Process For example: · An ability to articulate a strong vision of the contribution and purpose of the team and create positive and optimistic views about the future contributions of nursing and other multidisciplinary services. · The ability to create a climate in which people want to do their best, share ownership, visibility and successes. Pushes these values and behaviours down the management system. · The ability to take the lead on standard setting and implementation; leads and manages change Developmental Approach to Staff For example: · A strong focus on developing the contribution of staff at all levels. Identifies training needs and implements / facilitates training, learning and development. · The ability to promote a learning culture within the service area(s). Encourages debriefing and discussion on service improvements at all levels. · The ability to develop structures and systems to systematically capture and disseminate learning and best practice at all levels of the service. · Strong promotion of continuous professional development, champions and resources this effectively. Actively encourages staff contribution to professional conferences and other dissemination channels. Communication and Interpersonal Skills For example: · Effective communication skills (verbal and in writing) including the ability to present compelling arguments by understanding and anticipating the agendas of others. · Effective interpersonal skills, has the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. · The ability to use information and facts to build an effective case; will involve and consult with key stakeholders tactfully and listen to their views. · Strong influencing and persuasion skills. Balances diplomacy with assertiveness. 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 Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates”. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates” or on 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. Director of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare West Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy is permanent and wholetime These post are pensionable. A panel may be created as a result of this campaign for Director of Public Health Nursing, Primary Care Services, Community Healthcare West from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration for the post of Director of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare West 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 (as at 01/06/2024) for the post is: €89,241 - €91,946 - €94,660, - €97,487 - €100,083 - €102,796. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Job Offer 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 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 Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 As this post is one of those designated under the Protection of Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998, appointment to this post appoints one as a designated officer in accordance with Section 2 of the Act. You will remain a designated officer for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction. You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment. Mandated Person Children First Act 2015 As a mandated person under the Children First Act 2015 you will have a legal obligation · To report child protection concerns at or above a defined threshold to TUSLA. · To assist Tusla, if requested, in assessing a concern which has been the subject of a mandated report You will remain a mandated person for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction. You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment. 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. Ethics in Public Office 1995 and 2001 Positions remunerated at or above the minimum point of the Grade VIII salary scale (€ 66,812 as at 01.01.2018) are designated positions under Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995. Any person appointed to a designated position must comply with the requirements of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 as outlined below; A) In accordance with Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995, a person holding such a post is required to prepare and furnish an annual statement of any interests which could materially influence the performance of the official functions of the post. This annual statement of interest should be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer not later than 31st January in the following year. B) In addition to the annual statement, a person holding such a post is required, whenever they are performing a function as an employee of the HSE and have actual knowledge, or a connected person, has a material interest in a matter to which the function relates, provide at the time a statement of the facts of that interest. A person holding such a post should provide such statement to the Chief Executive Officer. The function in question cannot be performed unless there are compelling reasons to do so and, if this is the case, those compelling reasons must be stated in writing and must be provided to the Chief Executive Officer. C) A person holding such a post is required under the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 to act in accordance with any guidelines or advice published or given by the Standards in Public Office Commission. Guidelines for public servants on compliance with the provisions of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 are available on the Standards Commission’s website http://www.sipo.gov.ie/ [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function/H&S web-pages [2]See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
Barista, Briarhill
Barista with Café Sol Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offer all the time. The Café Sol chain of Coffee Shops was brought to Dunnes Stores in 2015. As well as the existing Coffee Shops based in Dublin City Centre, we have introduced a number of Café Sol Kiosks into Dunnes Stores throughout the country. Our kiosks are small coffee shops, located in store where customers can enjoy quality food and great coffee in a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere. Our team place a huge emphasis on the quality of coffee, as well as the level of service provided to our customers. We are currently looking to recruit vibrant, passionate individuals into the role of barista to join the team in our Café Sol Kiosk in store. Our baristas have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about coffee. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer-facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. Experience in a coffee shop / café environment is not essential while the ability to prepare hot drinks is preferable. As a barista, you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment as well as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Chwscmmhid Social Care Manager, Mental Health Intellectual Disability, Roscommon Services
Social Care Manager 1, Mental Health Intellectual Disability Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Code Social Care Manager 1, Mental Health Intellectual Disability, Galway Roscommon Mental Health Services (Grade Code: 3371) Campaign Reference CHW049SCM1MHID2024 Closing Date Monday 12th August 2024 at 12.00 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 Mental Health Intellectual Disability Service, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. There are currently a number of permanent whole-time positions available in MHID service. A Supplementary panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Social Care Manager 1 from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Eamon Hannan, Business Manager, Galway Roscommon Mental Health Service, Community Healthcare West. Email: Eamon.Hannan@hse.ie Telephone : 09096 24253 Details of Service The MHID Service is a community service in Community Healthcare West, which provides Residential and other support Services to adults living with an Intellectual Disability. The service currently provides a community based service to the people we support in the Ballinasloe area in a number of community homes. The service currently emphasizes a social model of service delivery. Reporting Relationship The post holder will work with the Deputy Social Care Manager, Social Care Leaders and front line staff in the service on a daily basis. They will also engage with service users, their families, members of the multidisciplinary team, the clinical lead, other senior managers and advocacy services as required. Key Working Relationships The post holder will work with the Social Care Manager 2, Social Care Manager 3 colleagues and front line staff in the service on a daily basis. They will also engage with service users, their families, members of the multidisciplinary team, the clinical lead, other senior managers and advocacy services as required. Purpose of the Post Social Care Manager 1 staff typically work as part of a wider multidisciplinary team in providing a high quality service to users. The Social Care Manager 1 will provide care, protection, and support to vulnerable or dependent clients, individually or in groups, in conjunction with the wider multidisciplinary team and other relevant agencies. The primary aim is to provide intervention necessary to address any issues preventing service users from living their best life. The Social Care Manager 1 will ensure the welfare of those under their care and will act as an advocate as appropriate. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Social Care Manager 1 will: Professional · Deliver a quality service ensuring professional standards are maintained in accordance with national and local requirements. · Work within current legislation and policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols as laid down by the employer. Support line management in ensuring that all staff are aware and adhere to same. · Work in accordance with the principles and values of recovery as described in the National Framework for Recovery for Irish Mental Health Services 2018-2020. · Work closely with and report to the relevant Manager in the administration and management of the Service. · Take on the role of Person in Charge (PIC) or Person Participating in Management (PIM) as required. · Assist front line staff, management and members of the multidisciplinary team in the design, implementation and evaluation of Person Centred Plans (PCPs) for people who use the service. · Prepare and assist staff in preparing risk assessments, judgements and decisions based on the needs of the client, relevant facts, observable information, and the quality of that information and the likely consequences of any actions taken / decisions made. · Promote physical, emotional, social, cultural, ethnic, spiritual and religious welfare of each person who uses the service. · Work with the multidisciplinary team in relation to the safe and appropriate management of challenging behaviour of the people who use the service and assist in the development, review and evaluation of all plans relating to this. · Maintain appropriate links with family members and community services (Social Workers, General Practitioners and Liaison Nurses etc.). · Attend and participate in Case Reviews and Multidisciplinary Team meetings as required. · Provide written and verbal reports on a regular basis on the progress of development of people who use the service. · Engage in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the Service in providing 24-hour support to the client group in line with the Service vision and mission statements. · Chair and participate in staff meetings, as directed. · Provide leadership and motivation that is conducive to good staff relations and effective work performance. · Report immediately to the Manager any incidents of poor practice or any matters that are prejudicial to the welfare of the service user. · Co-operate with external monitoring and statutory inspections and implement their recommendations. · Promote the rights and responsibilities of each person within the service setting e.g. following complaints procedure guidelines. Education, Training & Professional Development · Contribute to the development of the team in light of the purpose and function of the service. · Manage, develop and support staff, individually and as a team, including induction, probation, supervisory support and training. · Participate in regular professional supervision and the supervision of staff as required. · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. · Participate in further training and development as required. · Provide guidance and education for work experience students. · Engage in reflective and evidence-based practice. · Keep abreast of legislation and current professional knowledge. Risk, Health & Safety · Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others. · Be responsible for own health and wellbeing in order to carry out the duties of the role / is committed to managing own work / life balance. · Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. · Document appropriately and report any near misses, hazards, accidents or incidents and bring them to the attention of designated individual(s) in line with best practice. · Be aware of risk management issues. Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. · Promote a culture that values diversity and respect. · Be familiar with emergency procedures and know who to contact in an emergency. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults with Disabilities) Regulations 2013 S.I. No 367 of 2013 · 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 and Administration · Ensure that adequate staffing levels are present at all times; ensuring that staff are deployed in the most effective manner, delegating responsibilities as appropriate. · Monitor the interactions between staff and clients and ensure that any concerns are discussed with the line manager and addressed accordingly. · Assist in the administration and day-to-day operation of the service; assume responsibility for various operational functions as designated from time to time by the Manager or their designate. · Maintain a high standard of documentation, including service user files in accordance with local guidelines, the principles of confidentiality, the Freedom of Information (FOI) and GDPR Acts. · Maintain accurate up to date records and files, and submit activity data as required. · Attend team meetings and report to the relevant Manager on matters affecting the delivery of service. · Be accountable for any money spent on behalf of the HSE during the course of duty. · Assist in the preparation of policies and procedures required to ensure high standards of care and the implementation of same. · Be responsible for decision making when on shift and in the absence of the Manager as appropriate; which will include accepting overall responsibility for the service setting. · Deputise for Manager as and when required. · Assist in ensuring that the service makes the most efficient and effective use of developments in IT. · Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish 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 Candidates must have at the latest date of application: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Possess the National Diploma in Childcare awarded by awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland, (QQI) (Dearbhu Cáiliochta agus Cáiliochtai Éireann) (formerly HETAC)/DIT. OR (ii) Possess the National Diploma in Applied Social Care Studies awarded by awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland, (QQI) (Dearbhu Cáiliochta agus Cáiliochtai Éireann)/DIT. OR (iii) Possess the Diploma in Social Care awarded by awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland, (QQI) (Dearbhu Cáiliochta agus Cáiliochtai Éireann) (formerly HETAC)//DIT. OR (iv) Possess the Diploma in Applied Social Studies/Social Care from DIT. OR (v) Possess a BA (Ord) in Social Care Practice (Level 7 on the QQI framework). OR (vi) Possess Open Training College National Diploma in Applied Social Studies (Disability). OR (vii) Possess an equivalent qualification OR (viii) Be registered as a nurse in the General, Intellectual Disability or Psychiatric Division of the Register of Nurses kept by Bord Altranais agus Cnaimhseachais na hEireann (Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland) or be entitled to be so registered AND (b) Candidates must have 3 years experience of working with adults with intellectual disabilities. AND (c) Candidates must have a suitable standard of professional attainments. AND (d) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability for the proper discharge of the duties of the office). 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 depth and breadth of experience in Intellectual Disabilities as relevant to the role, including experience in a managerial and administrative capacity in a social care setting. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of quality audit / assurance systems. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of managing change in services with a focus on meeting presenting needs, wills and preferences. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role. Participate in an on-call rota. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge / Experience Demonstrates: · Sufficient professional knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role including, but not limited to: Ø Awareness of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure an appropriate standard of service delivery (e.g. a working knowledge of the Children First Guidelines, Health Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults with Disabilities) Regulations 2013 S.I. No 367 of 2013, HIQA standards and requirements as related to the function of the role). Ø Knowledge of Person Centred Planning and working with key workers within the service in developing person centred care plans. Ø An understanding of the root causes of challenging behaviour and how best to respond to same. Ø An in-depth knowledge of life-span development. · Knowledge of risk assessment and the implementation of general risk assessments e.g. using Armidillo-S and the SSKAAT-R forensic risk assessments · An understanding of theory and practice in the delivery of care to the client group · An understanding of therapeutic approaches relevant to the client group based on established best practice Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrates evidence of effective planning and organising skills including awareness of resource management and importance of value for money · Demonstrates an ability to manage deadlines and multi-task effectively as part of daily workload management · Foresees potential problems or competing priorities and takes appropriate action to ensure service standards don’t suffer / deadlines are met · Takes responsibility for the achievement of delivery targets by regularly monitoring, recording and reporting performance statistics / information Leadership & Team Management Skills · Demonstrates leadership and team management skills · Actively promotes multidisciplinary team working · Empowers staff by appropriately delegating responsibility and authority · Adapts leadership style to suit the demands of the situation and the people involved · Motivates staff towards the provision of a quality service Problem Solving & Decision Making · Gathers information from enough sources and other people to make well-founded decisions · Formulates, articulates and demonstrates sound reasoning / synthesises and analyses information available · Regularly quantifies and evaluates activities against plans and takes timely action to correct potential difficulties · Makes decisions in a transparent manner by involving and empowering others where appropriate Commitment to Providing a Quality Service · Demonstrates commitment to assuring high standards and strives for a person centred service · Recognises the service user as expert through experience and promotes the involvement of the service user in care planning, decision-making and service development as appropriate · Provides a flexible service, is adaptable and promotes innovation in approach to service user care · Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development Communication & Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrates excellent communication skills (verbal & written) including active and empathetic listening skills. · Maintains a professional relationship in all communications, treating others with dignity and respect · Works collaboratively with the client and other relevant individuals to understand and establish expectations and desired outcomes · Demonstrate ability to effectively influence others / negotiate with others · Demonstrate ability to effectively build and maintain relationships including the ability to work with multi-disciplinary team members 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. Social Care Manager 1 Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available are permanent whole time . The posts are pensionable. A Supplementary 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 of 01/06/2024: €54,157, €55,328, €56,498, €59,618, €60,827, €62,028, €63,245 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th, 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016). 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
