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As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. We are currently recruiting for the following position Post: Social Care Worker Contract: Specified Purpose, Part-Time (36.75 hrs per week) Location: Kilcummin Residential Services *Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the operational requirements of the service* The Role: We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in supporting adults with Intellectual Disabilities. This is a rewarding opportunity to empower individuals, promote their independence, and help them lead fulfilling lives in a person centred, rights based environment. As a Social Care Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high quality care, ensuring the well being of those we support, and advocating for their rights while fostering meaningful community inclusion. Working collaboratively with a team, you will contribute to the creation of a supportive and respectful environment tailored to individual needs. Key Responsibilities: Person centred support and advocacy Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking ( Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for Kilcummin Residential Services may be filled up to the 30th of June 2026). *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Your CV and application must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted. Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Clinical Project Facilitator Child Adolescent Mental Health Services Look Back Review Team, IHA And Future Regional Projects
Under the direction of the relevant IHA Service Lead / IHA Manager, the post holder will play a critical leadership role in restoring public confidence, strengthening governance arrangements and embedding a culture of safety, transparency and continuous improvement across CAMHS services within IHA Kerry. The Clinical Project Facilitator position is pivotal to the rollout and implementation of North Kerry, Look Back Review Report and in the rollout of future regional clinical projects as directed by the IHA Lead / IHA Manager. In addition, the post holder will: · Lead, co-ordinate and provide clinical oversight for the implementation of the North Kerry CAMHS Look Back Review. · Lead the North Kerry CAMHS Look Back Review Team. · Lead future regional projects as directed by the IHA Service Lead/IHA Manager. · Oversee and manage the administration of the CAMHS Compensation Scheme, liaising with legal representatives and relevant stakeholders as required · Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Clinical Support Liaison Team · Drive the delivery and embedding of the Look Back Review recommendations within CAMHS Kerry to strengthen governance, quality and service improvement · Ensure alignment and consistency between North Kerry and South Kerry CAMHS in the implementation of the Look Back Review Report and across the South West Region, monitoring each phase to ensure full delivery and long-term sustainability · Contribute to the strategic development of CAMHS across the region in line with national mental health policy and service reform priorities · Support implementation of the national CAMHS Model of Care and related reform programmes · Identify service gaps and develop improvement plans to enhance access, quality and integration · Provide Project Management support as set out by IHA Service Leads/IHA Managers in the Region · Lead on cross-area learning arising from the Look Back Review to embed sustainable system change · To ensure the efficient, effective and safe delivery of health and personal social services for patients and clients, within national and IHA frameworks and available resources · Ensure that appropriate standards are maintained with regard to ethics, confidentiality and legislation. · Adequately identify, assess, manage and monitor risk within their area of responsibility. · Provide leadership to staff in delivering services consistent with the new model of care to ensure integrated service for patients and clients · Support clinical leadership in the delivery and governance of integrated service provision, ensuring safety and quality of service · Create a management team which supports collective responsibility and action in all aspects of Health and Personal Social Service delivery · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with their line manager and staff, as appropriate · To act as spokesperson for the Organisation, as required. Ensure ongoing projects are delivered and targets are met.
Cleaner
Main purpose of the role: Ensure all areas are cleaned to the highest standards and that the cleaning service is maintained throughout the premises. Health and safety awareness, good communication skills and the ability to work as a team are also very important to perform the role. The ideal candidate will have/be: Good communication skills; Understanding of cleaning specification; Flexible hours for deep or heavy cleaning projects; Ability to work in a team; Health and Safety awareness; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment; Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based; Clean, stock and supply designated facility areas (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, emptying bins, cleaning toilets etc.) Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities; Carry out heavy cleansing tasks and special projects; Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs; Stock and maintain supply rooms; Follow all Health and Safety regulations; Perform any other duties or assume any other responsibilities that may be assigned to you from time to time by management.
Social Care Worker, Residential Services
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. We are currently recruiting for the following position Post: Social Care Worker Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (22.25 hrs per week) Location: Kilcummin Residential Services *Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the operational requirements of the service* The Role: We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in supporting adults with Intellectual Disabilities. This is a rewarding opportunity to empower individuals, promote their independence, and help them lead fulfilling lives in a person centred, rights based environment. As a Social Care Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high quality care, ensuring the well being of those we support, and advocating for their rights while fostering meaningful community inclusion. Working collaboratively with a team, you will contribute to the creation of a supportive and respectful environment tailored to individual needs. Key Responsibilities: Person centred support and advocacy Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking ( Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for Kilcummin Residential Services may be filled up to the 30th of June 2026). *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Your CV and application must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted. Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Support Worker, Residential Services
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION Post: Support Worker Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (25.5 hours per week) Location: Kilcummin Residential Services *Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the Operational requirements of the Service* If you are dedicated to making a positive impact and empowering people to thrive in their every day interests and pursuits; then we want to hear from you. The Role: The Support Worker will play a vital role in empowering individuals by planning and setting meaningful goals that address their unique personal, social, recreational, academic, independent living, community integration, training, and supported employment needs. They will actively guide and support individuals to realise their aspirations, helping them reach identified priorities and achieve greater independence and self sufficiency. They will also advocate for inclusion and active participation in the community, ensuring access to opportunities that promote social and personal growth. The Support Worker operates within a person centred framework, prioritising each individual’s choices and needs. They will work closely with both internal and external services, fostering a culture of collaboration and partnership, and building strong relationships with families to ensure holistic support. In addition to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, the Support Worker will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, completing relevant reports, and ensuring all documentation meets required standards. The role includes providing physical, emotional, psychological, and healthcare support, all while promoting dignity, respect, and personal autonomy. They will also facilitate life skills development through hobbies, interests, and activities, teaching skills such as budgeting, cooking, communication, and time management to promote greater independence. The Support Worker will work alongside a range of healthcare professionals to ensure all aspects of care are delivered to the highest standard. Their input will be essential in creating care plans that are responsive to evolving needs, fostering personal growth, wellbeing, and a sense of belonging within the community. This is a dynamic and rewarding position that requires dedication, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a strong passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those supported. Essential Criteria: Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking ( Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for Kilcummin Residential Services may be filled up to the 30th of June 2026) *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Your CV and application must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted. Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Shop Assistant
A shop assistant, also known as a retail or sales assistant, provides customer service and supports daily store operations . Their duties include greeting customers, answering questions, processing transactions, handling returns, stocking shelves, and maintaining a tidy store environment. They may also be involved in promotional activities, inventory management, and ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers.
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Checkout Manager
Job description 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 We are currently looking for Managers for the Checkout Area. Our Checkout Managers are responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the checkout area and to maintain a high standard of customer care at all times. The role involves the training and development of staff on checkout procedures and customer care, dealing with staff rosters and performance and monitoring the security in and around the Checkout Area as well as ensuring that our customers receive the most efficient and courteous service at all times. As part of the management team, ideal candidates should be very customer focused, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have good organisational skills. Previous retail experience is essential with the ideal candidate having supervisory or management experience. Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer.
Cafe Manager, Contract
Café Manager Advance your career with Dunnes Stores Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We are known for offering a wide range of high quality products to our customers. With a strong brand presence and a loyal customer base, we pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences that resonate with our customers. As well as our ever evolving product range and outstanding service, Dunnes Stores offers customers in-house Hospitality in selected stores throughout Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain. Our restaurants offer customers all the homely classics, quality coffee, and tasty treats in all of our newly refurbished in-store cafés. As a Café Manager within a Dunnes Stores café, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career with a nationwide retailer. You’ll also receive a Dunnes Stores employee discount from your very first day. The Role The primary function of the Café Manager is to take accountability for the café. This role will see you delivering exceptional customer care, meeting operational standards to maximise sales and profitability, all while maintaining costs. Key Responsibilities Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Service Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: The Service Manager will be primarily responsible for the operational management of the Jigsaw service. The Jigsaw Service Manager will work as part of a collaborative leadership team (Service Manager and Clinical Manager) to ensure the safe and effective delivery of the Jigsaw service and compliance with service related policies and procedures. The Service Manager has lead responsibility for oversight and management of delivery of youth mental health promotion programmes, youth and community participatory structures and community engagement activities. The Service Manager also holds responsibility at local level for budget management and oversight of premises and health and safety. This is a front facing role with daily interactions with Young People and members of the public. Access to home working is occasional and is offered based on responsibilities of the role and the needs of the Service and Young People. CORE JOB REQUIREMENTS The Service Manager, as part of the collaborative leadership team, provides operational management across the Jigsaw Service, including: Leadership • Managing the planning processes ensuring the Jigsaw team have a clear vision for 1) clinical service delivery 2) youth mental health promotion and 3) youth participation • Ensuring the Jigsaw service plan is aligned to regional and national Jigsaw priorities • Ensuring that local strategy is translated into operational work plans • Working collaboratively as part of the Jigsaw Leadership team and contributing to leadership meetings with regional colleagues • Promoting a collaborative and compassionate culture in Jigsaw Operational Management • Providing line management to members of the service team • Supporting the performance and professional development of the Jigsaw team, including performance management and reviews of direct line staff members • Overseeing the efficient operation of the service, including the system of scheduling appointments for young people • Engaging in ongoing evaluation and improvement in service performance including achievement of Key Performance Indicators and targets in line with national standards • Implementing financial policies and procedures and managing the local Jigsaw budget • Leading the development of annual service plans for the service • Analysing and reporting on data from Jigsaw Data System to inform service delivery • Implementing the Jigsaw risk management policy • Holding local responsibility for, and working with the Jigsaw facilities department, ensuring that the service premises/facilities are in line with health and safety requirements and provide a welcoming, youth focused mental health service setting Relationship Building and Communications • Developing and maintaining positive, productive and trusting relationship within leadership colleagues • Facilitating positive working relations among the team members in Jigsaw • Facilitating positive lines of communication with Jigsaw service colleagues as well as national central and support teams, ensuring service staff are aware of significant strategic and procedural developments • Taking a lead role in developing and sustaining co-operative and collaborative relationships with a range of key stakeholders from the statutory, voluntary and community sector Manage Youth Mental Health Service in the Community • Ensuring Jigsaw is delivered in compliance with service delivery policies and procedures • Ensuring and overseeing efficient processing of referrals and scheduling of appointments for young people • Monitoring inward and outwards referral pathways and working with the Clinical Manager to develop strategies to promote service integration • Representing and promoting Jigsaw in community fora • Developing local fundraising strategies and ensuring Jigsaw is compliant with the Jigsaw fundraising policy • Acting as Complaints Officer within the local service • Regularly reviewing and drawing learning from feedback from young people and parents/carers who have engaged with the service Managing Participatory Structures • Overseeing the planning, implementation and evaluation of the Youth Advocate Programme • Managing the planning and delivery of local community engagement structures • Planning (including risk assess), managing and evaluating local community events General • Being flexible and willing to work evenings and occasional weekends, as required • Undertaking any other duties as determined by Jigsaw KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Essential • A minimum of 3 years management experience in health, youth work, social care, education or other not for profit sector service • A third level qualification (Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent) in a business, health (including mental health), community development, education, or social science related area • Years of management experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications • Three years’ experience managing a team in a human service delivery context • Experience developing operational plans, staff work plans, monitoring and reviewing performance cycles • Experience of planning, supporting implementation and evaluation of participatory structures • Experience of financial management, including budget development and analysis and implementing financial procedures • Experience of change management • A proficient level of computer literacy and competence in MS Office, Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Zoom and SharePoint • Strong interpersonal and communications skills with demonstrable experience building and maintaining relationships at various levels within a complex environment • Ability to be agile and flexible with their management style and approach to their work • Strong self-awareness, negotiation and conflict management skills • Strong Emotional Intelligence • Full, clean driving licence Desirable • Experience leading the development and implementation of service plan • Strong data management and analysis skills • Experience implementing a service wide risk management policy • Experience managing facilities in a service delivery context • Experience working as part of a management team, steering group or cross-disciplinary team • Knowledge of theory and policy underpinning youth and community participation • Experience managing wide ranging community events • Awareness of the policy context of Jigsaw • Experience managing community partnership projects • Experience generating unrestricted income, understanding of controls & best practice in fundraising BENEFITS Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job. The salary range for this role will be €53,722 - €78,220. Jigsaw operates the following benefits for its employees: • Defined contribution pension scheme • Annual leave 25 days, exclusive of public holidays and 1.5 company days • Comprehensive annual CPD schedule • Discounted Group Health Insurance Scheme • Travel pass Scheme / Bike to Work Scheme • Financial support for further education • Flexible Working Please note • 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 them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office • As Jigsaw is a regional organisation, this role require access to a car and the post will require travel for work • This role will, in line with service opening times, involve at least one late evening per week and may from time to time require weekend work • All Jigsaw staff members are required to obtain Garda clearance as a condition of their initial and continued employment, as required • Jigsaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Jigsaw is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To discuss the requirements of the role, the location of the role or any reasonable accommodation you might require, please contact a member of the HR team via recruitment@jigsaw.ie • All documentation received by Jigsaw will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018). The information will only be used by Jigsaw in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates
