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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
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
School Warden
THE COMPETITION: The purpose of this recruitment competition is to form a panel for the position of Part Time School Warden from which permanent vacancies may be filled. Currently 1 position is available in Loughrea Town THE ROLE: The school traffic warden’s role is to ensure that primary-school children cross public roads safely on their way to and from school. The Gardaí and School Traffic Wardens are the only officials in Ireland who have the authority to stop other vehicles on public roads. School traffic wardens wear a distinctive uniform (a high-visibility coat and hat). They must also carry a distinctive sign (a white disc with a red border and the word ‘Stop’ in the centre). By displaying this sign, the school traffic warden has the power to stop the traffic to enable schoolchildren to cross the road in safety. Traffic must remain stopped as long as the warden displays the sign QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. CHARACTER Candidates must be of good character. 2. HEALTH Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Medical advisor prior to appointment. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 3. EDUCATIONAL STANDARD Candidates shall: a) have a good standard of education to enable them carry out efficiently the duties of School Warden DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties may include but are not limited to the following and 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: • Report for duty promptly at the specified times and location assigned. • The Warden must operate strictly in accordance with the instructions of their supervisor. • The person employed will be required to perform all assigned duties while exercising due care, in the interest of their personal safety, the safety of their fellow employees and the general public. • The person employed must perform all assigned duties in compliance with Galway County Council’s Health and Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation, will be the primary responsibility of all School Wardens. • The person employed will be required to maintain control over children who are awaiting instruction to cross and ensure that school children cross the public roads safely on their way to and from school. • If the Warden has any trouble in controlling children, or encounters any disobedience by the children, they should inform the Principal of the school concerned at the next available opportunity. • Any disobedience by traffic in general should be reported immediately to An Gardai Síochána. • The Warden should never break up organised convoys, wedding, funerals, parades, or hold up fire appliances or ambulances for the purpose of allowing children to cross but wait for suitable opportunities when they have passed. • The Warden should report any problems or difficulties encountered to the Local Council Office • When stopping traffic on the public roadway, the school warden will use the statutory uniform and equipment provided for their own safety, the safety of the school children and all other members of the public. This requires carrying of the official STOP sign at all times and ensuring that the uniform is kept in a clean neat condition. • Any additional PPE – as advised by your supervisor – shall be worn as required. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to: • Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation. • Co-operate with the familiarisation/instruction of other employees where appropriate. • Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently PROBATION Where a person is permanently appointed to Galway County Council, the following provisions shall apply – a) there shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; b) such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period; c) such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one weeks’ notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts; e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. REMUNERATION: Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The rate of remuneration €16.63 per hour (minimum of the General Operative Scale) may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance. WORKING HOURS Core hours of work shall be 15 hours per week when the schools are in operation. Normal working hours are 8.40am to 9.40am and 1.30pm to 3.30pm Monday to Friday. The hours of work will be such as may be assigned by the County Council in its absolute discretion. The person employed will be expected to report to their place of work, by their own means of transport. The successful candidate may be required to undertake additional duties in the course of their employment. TRAINING: • The successful applicant will undertake any course of relevant training as required by Galway County Council • Undergo training for Health and Safety, technical skills and general performance as assigned • Participate and co-operate with all training initiatives as required. ANNUAL LEAVE: Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. RESIDENCE: The person holding the office must reside in, or at an address convenient to the Local Authority, as approved by the Chief Executive. GARDA VETTING: Garda vetting may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration.
G Clinical Nurse Manager Surgical Hub
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: G8911 Clinical Nurse Manager 3 Surgical Hub Grade Code: 233X County: Galway Hse Area: HSE West Saolta University Health Care Group Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Contract Type: Permanent, Whole Time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances Informal Enquiries: Marie Burns, Director of Nursing Email: marie.burns2@hse.ie Tel: 091-543343 Closing Date: Wednesday 7th August 2024 at 10am Location of Post Surgical Hub, Theatre Suite, Merlin Park Hospital, Saolta University Health Care Group. There is currently one permanent whole time post available in this location. Initial assignment will be to the Surgical Hub, Merlin Park Hospital, 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 from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. Application Details https://www.rezoomo.com/job/ Post Specific Related Information Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in the area of nursing care relating to the surgical patient and service management in the acute hospital setting as relevant to the role.
Msbte Medical Scientist, Staff Grade
Grade Code: 3875 Counties: Galway Hse Area: HSE West Saolta University Health Care Group Staff Category: Health & Social Care Professionals Contract Type: Permanent, Whole Time Specified Purpose, Whole Time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances Informal Enquiries: Margaret Tarpey, Chief Medical Scientist of the Blood and Tissue Establishment, GUH Tel: 091 544623 or Email: Margaret.tarpey@hse.ie Closing Date: 10.00 am on 30/07/2024 Location of Post Blood & Tissue Establishment, Galway University Hospitals A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Medical Scientist, Staff Grade (Blood & Tissue Establishment), Galway University Hospitals from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Application Details Applications must be submitted via Rezoomo only. Applications received any other way will not be accepted. There will be no exceptions. Post Specific Related Information ***CV's not accepted for this campaign*** For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification available at Rezoomo
P Clinical Nurse Manager, Medical
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: Clinical Nurse Manager 2, Medical, (Bainisteoir Altraí Cliniciúla 2) Portiuncula University Hospital P2691 Grade Code: 2119 County: Galway Hse Area: HSE West Saolta University Health Care Group Staff Category: Nursing Contract Type: Permanent, Whole 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: Maura O’Connell, Assistant Director of Nursing Portiuncula University Hospital Phone: 090 9648269 Email: maura.oconnell3@hse.ie Closing Date: 10.00am on 31st July 2024 Location of Post Portiuncula University Hospital, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. Initial vacancy is permanent wholetime in St. Joseph Ward A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Medical from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Application Details Applications must be submitted via Rezoomo only. Applications received in any other way will not be accepted. There will be no exceptions made. Post Specific Related Information Please download and submit application form for this exciting role through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome) ***CV's not accepted for this campaign*** For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification
CHW Home Support Resource Manager Supplementary
Job Title and Grade Home Support Resource Manager (Grade Code 6584) Campaign Reference CHW046-HSRM-2024 Closing Date Friday 2nd August 2024 at 12 Noon Please note late applications will not be accepted 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. Organisational Area Community Healthcare West Location of Post Older Persons Services, Galway/Roscommon/Mayo There are currently 2 permanent posts available in · CHO2 Galway (City East) Home Support Department (Ballybrit) · CHO2 Galway Loughrea Home Support Department A supplementary panel 4 may be formed as a result of this campaign for Older Person Services, Community Healthcare West from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration in the geographical areas of Galway/Roscommon/Mayo may be filled. Please note that there are existing panels in place for CHO2 Home Support Resource Manager within the Galway/Roscommon/Mayo area. The existing panels will take precedence over supplementary panel 4 created through this campaign for any future temporary/permanent posts that arise. Informal Enquiries Cepta Smyth, Home Support Manager. Phone: 091-546062 Email: cepta.smyth@hse.ie Rosaleen Flanagan, Home Support Manager. Phone: 087 9077663 Email: Rosaleen.flanagan@hse.ie Details of Service The home support service is an integral part of the delivery of primary care services. Health Care Support Assistants deliver vital support services to people living in the community or returning to live in the community. Reporting Relationship The post holder will: · Report directly to the Home Support Manager for the area. Purpose of the Post The post holder will manage the delivery of the Home Support Service to clients within a defined geographical area. He/she will work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that services are delivered in an integrated manner. The post holder will manage a team of Health Care Support Assistants in the specific geographical area to which s/he has been assigned. In addition, the Home Support Resource Manager will support the delivery, co-ordination and development of the Home Support Service. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The following are the principal duties and responsibilities of the Home Support Resource Manager: The 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 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 on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the post possess: 1. Professional Qualification, Experience etc. (a) Have obtained such a standard of education as to enable him/her to discharge the duties of the post satisfactorily and (b) Demonstrate relevant management ability and experience within a health or social services setting and (c) Possess the requisite knowledge, ability and experience to fulfil the duties of the post. 2. Health Candidates 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. 3. 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 the effective management of staff, as relevant to the role. · Experience of working collaboratively with multiple internal and external stakeholders, e.g. service users and service providers. · Significant experience of implementing and managing complex change or quality improvement projects. · Experience of using multiple online platforms, e.g. Web Ex, MS Teams, and other related platforms. Other requirements specific to the post · Flexibility in relation to working hours to ensure deadlines are met. · Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role as the post will involve travel. Skills, Competencies and/or Knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: Professional Knowledge & Experience · Excellent MS Office Skills to include, Word and Excel · An understanding of the Irish Health Service and Health Reform including new health regions and reform of Home Support to include Regulations and HIQA Standards. · Significant experience in effective operational problem solving utilising an inclusive approach which fosters learning and self-reliance amongst teams. · Knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per duties and responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role. · Ability to work in line with relevant Policies and Procedures. · Commitment to developing own professional knowledge and expertise. Planning & Managing Resources · Strong planning and organising skills including, structuring and organising own work- load and that of others effectively. · The ability to take responsibility and be accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives. · A logical and pragmatic approach to workload, delivering the best possible results with the resources available. · Challenges processes to improve efficiencies where appropriate, is committed to attaining value for money. Commitment to a Quality Service · Evidence of proactively identifying areas for improvement and the development of practical solutions for their implementation. · Demonstrate evidence of practicing and promoting strong focus on delivering high quality customer service and an awareness and appreciation of service user. · Ensure attention to detail and a consistent adherence to Procedures and Standards within area of responsibility. · Embraces and promotes the change agenda, supporting others through change. · Demonstrate flexibility and initiatives during challenging times and ability to persevere despite setbacks. Team Working and Leadership Skills · The ability to lead the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required. · The ability to work with the team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives. · The ability to address performance issues as they arise. · Flexibility and willingness to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change. · The ability to work as part of a team in establishing a shared sense of purpose. Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making · Demonstrate numeracy skills, an ability to analyse and evaluate information, considering a range of critical and complex factors in making effective decisions. Recognise when it is appropriate to refer decisions to a higher level of management. · Demonstrate initiative in the resolution of complex issues/problem solving and proactively develop new proposals and recommend solutions. · Ability to confidently explain rationale behind decisions when faced with opposition. Communications & Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. · The ability to present information clearly, concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing. · The ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing the role. In addition, candidates must: · Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the Irish Health system and structures. · Have an understanding of legislation relevant to the role e.g. Health and Safety, Employment Legislation. · Have good IT skills, Word, Excel, e-mail. 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. 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 description may be reviewed. This job description 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. Home Support Resource Manager- Supplementary Panel 4 Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure There are currently 2 permanent posts available in · CHO2 Galway (City East) Home Support Department (Ballybrit) · CHO2 Galway Loughrea Home Support Department The post is pensionable. A supplementary panel 3 may be created from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointment) Act 2004. Remuneration The salary scale for the post (as at 01/06/2024) is: €57,677-€59,085-€60,732-€62,384 €64,042-€65,522-€67,030-€68,497-€69,954 -€72,461-€74,978LSIs 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 is to 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. Infection Control All HSE employees must 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 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/H&S web-pages [2]See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
Post Office Administrator
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the post office operates efficiently and effectively at all times and ensures cash is secured and balances correctly. The ideal candidate will have/be: • Experience in a similar position is an advantage • Minimum 1 years` experience in a cash handling role • Excellent numerical skills • Excellent communication skills Main duties: • Oversee and ensure the smooth running of the post office • Maintain all security measures, ensuring all valuables (cash, coupons etc.) are kept secure • Maintain confidentiality at all times • Reconcile daily cash in line with post office procedures • Conduct daily safe counts • Complete over and under reports daily
Health Care Assistant Campaign Univeristy Hospitals
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: Health Care Assistant Campaign 2024 (Supplementary VIII), Galway University Hospitals Grade Code: 6075 County: Galway Hse Area: HSE West Saolta University Health Care Group Staff Category: Patient and Client Care Contract Type: Permanent, WholeTime Permanent, Part Time Specified Purpose, Whole Time Specified Purpose, Part Time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances Informal Enquiries: Ann Carrick CNMIII, Nursing Support Services, Galway University Hospital. Email: ann.carrrick@hse.ie Closing Date: Rollover Campaign Location of Post · There are currently permanent / specified purpose / part time / whole-time vacancies available in with Galway University Hospitals. · A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Health Care Assistant from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Application Details https://www.rezoomo.com/job/67463/ Post Specific Related Information Demonstrate depth and breadth of employment in a healthcare setting e.g. hospital, residential, community, nursing home providing direct care to patients Please note that appointment to and continuation in posts is dependent upon the post holder completing the Health Skills Level 5 qualification within an agreed timeframe.
