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Join our team as a Rapid Healthcare Responder! Do you have homecare experience? Yes? Alongside QQI Level 5 Health & Social Care? Apply with us today! As a Healthcare Assistant, you will be responsible for providing spot checks, client reviews alongside staff shadowing. WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Compassion: A genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others. Dedication: Commitment to providing vital support and care to those who need it most. Team Spirit: A desire to be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and excellence. BENEFITS Sign On Bonus: Receive a €200 bonus after 3 months* Flexible Scheduling: Flexible working hours Fortnightly Pay: Get paid fortnightly – no waiting around! Employee Recognition: Be celebrated with awards – Employee of the Month, Employee of the Quarter and Employee of the Year. Refer a Friend: Earn €200 for successful referrals Free Perks: Free comprehensive training and support, Garda vetting, Cycle to Work Scheme, Wellbeing package, career progression opportunities and local discounts QQI Courses : QQI enrolment and support* WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Qualifications & Experience: Have a least 1 years Homecare experience in Ireland, at least 2 Core Modules of QQI level 5 in Health & Social care – Care Skills and Care of the Older person and working towards Full QQI level 5 in Health & Social Care Drivers licence: Hold a full driving licence with access to a car Communication Skills: Good standard of English - both spoken and written Flexibility: Must be available to work alternative weekends Desirable criteria: Have excellent interpersonal skills, and have an empathic approach to people and be highly organised, and have excellent time management skills KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To undertake any other reasonable duties as required* CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Reserve Defence Forces
The Reserve Defence Forces are now accepting applications for the Army Reserve and the Naval Service Reserve. We are looking for men and women from all backgrounds who enjoy working as part of a team. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and not more than 39 years of age on date of enlistment. Former members of the PDF or RDF with a minimum of one (1) years' service, can apply to join the RDF up to the age of 45 years of age. (We cannot accept applications from persons under 18 years of age). CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Defence Forces Motor Technician Fitters
IMPORTANT A person applying for enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician (MT) Fitter in the Defence Forces should read these terms and conditions carefully prior to completing the application form. An application form should only be submitted if the applicant is satisfied that they fulfil all of these conditions as detailed. Exceptions to the conditions governing the competition cannot be made in individual circumstances. 1. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS A candidate must be: (i) a citizen of the State or (ii) be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of time that is required for the purpose of any such appointment AND (iii) be of good character and satisfy any security clearance required AND (iv) meet the required minimum standards of medical and physical fitness. (Annex C) 2. AGE REQUIREMENTS Applicants must be 18 years of age and less than 29 years of age on date of application. Please note that the upper age limit may be the subject of review in advance of future competitions. 3. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must have attained the required minimum educational qualifications at the time of entry into the Permanent Defence Force. For enlistment as a Motor Technician Fitter (Technician Class Group 3), one of the following or equivalent qualification is acceptable at the time of entry into the Defence Forces: • FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Heavy Vehicle Mechanic. • FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Motor Mechanics. • FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Construction Plant Fitter. • FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Agricultural Mechanics. • HETAC Level 7 Agricultural Mechanisation Course. Applicants who do not fulfil the qualifying criteria outlined for the advertised position but who retain significant relevant qualifications in this area will be considered on a case-by-case basis for inclusion in the competition. The consideration of any unqualified applicants in the competition will be at the discretion of the nominated board reviewing each prospective candidate. Where a Candidate has successfully completed an equivalent qualification the candidate must provide a full syllabus of course as well as relevant certificates. The following are some of the desirable additional qualifications; • Auto Electrician • Vehicle Diagnostics (proof of level) • EV course • Hybrid Course • CVRT or equivalent course. • Full Driving Licence • Air Conditioning • Recovery • Motor Cycle Mechanic • 2 Stroke Qualification 4. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect, abnormality, physiological condition or past history of serious illness likely to interfere with the efficient performance of their duties. The following are the minimum physical requirements: Height: The minimum height requirement is 157.48 cm. Physical standards and weight must be in keeping with height and age. a. Vision: Colour vision must be normal. Not less than 6/36 in each eye, corrected to not less than 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other. Both eyes must be free from disfiguring or incapacitating abnormality and free from acute or chronic disease. There must be no evidence of squint or latent squint. The eligibility or not of applicants who have had previous incisional or laser treatment to correct visual acuity will be determined at the Medical Examination. See Annex B for further information. b. Dental: Candidates must be free from any serious periodontal disease and possess teeth to a specific standard, which is not less than the equivalent of eleven over eleven natural teeth functionally opposed. In certain circumstances, artificial teeth may be acceptable. c. Hearing: A good standard of unaided hearing is essential. Candidates will be required to undergo audiometric examination at which: (1) The sum of the hearing threshold at 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 kHz should not exceed the age and gender related warning levels contained in the "Guidelines on Hearing Checks and Audiometry Regulations 2007", issued by the Health and Safety Authority. (2) Candidates under 25 years of age must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8kHz at 20dB in each ear. Candidates aged 25 and older must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8kHz at 25dB in each ear. Candidates must also be free from acute or chronic ear disorders. Candidates are advised to avoid all sources of loud noise and music for a period of 48 hours prior to this examination as exposure to such noise may adversely affect the results of the examination. 5. APPLICATION FORM Candidates must apply online to www.military.ie Applications for Direct Entry MT Fitter must be made on the official electronic application form available at www.military.ie. Candidates wishing to undertake the assessment process through Irish must highlight this request in their on-line application. All correspondence with candidates will be done by email for the duration of the competition. Candidates should ensure the email address given is accurate and correct. Each application will be acknowledged automatically within 24 hours. If an acknowledgement is not received within 48 hours of applying, candidates should immediately contact the Defence Forces Recruitment Section at: 045 492553 at recruitment@defenceforces.ie Likewise, if an applicant’s email address should change, the onus is on the applicant to make contact with the Defence Forces Recruitment Section immediately advising them of the change of email address. APPLICANTS CHECKLIST: Before submitting an application for the Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter competition, candidates should ensure that they satisfy the eligibility criteria and have read and accept the governing conditions of this Competition. 6. SELECTION PROCEDURE Candidates, if eligible, will be required to attend for the various stages of the selection procedure on the dates and times as notified. Applicants who fail to attend for any stage of the selection procedure will be disqualified from participation in any further stages of the competition. Stage 1: Physical Fitness Test Candidates will be required to undergo a physical fitness test, which is designed to assess their potential to undergo the rigours of military training. Candidates must attain the minimum standard laid down in order to proceed in the competition. A candidate must complete this test as part of their Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter application. (See Annex ‘C’ for details of the test and suggested training programme). Stage 2: Interview Successful candidates called for interview will be required to produce the following original documents to the Interview Board: a) Certificate/s in respect of the relevant courses, mentioned in Paragraph 3 above, which the candidate has completed. b) Testimonials from present and/or previous employers. c) Proof of experience. d) Long form Birth Certificate. e) Candidates with additional relevant qualifications should present all certs to the board. Those selected for interview will be invited to attend a skills and work experienced based interview where they will be required to demonstrate a competency in the following areas: ▪ Planning and Organising ▪ Ability to work under pressure ▪ Motivation ▪ Technical capability ▪ Knowledge of DF roles and responsibility of MT Fitter In the competency based interview, candidates will be asked to give examples from their own experiences of life, school, university, hobbies, work, pastimes, etc., to demonstrate evidence in several of the above areas. Candidates who fail any of the competencies at interview will be deemed unsuccessful in the competition. The Chief of Staff (COS) will deploy Motor Technician Fitters, as appropriate, where vacancies occur throughout the Defence Forces. Motor Technician Fitters can be posted to the following locations: Air Corps applicants Baldonnel Aerodrome, Co. Dublin Naval Service applicants Naval Base Haulbowline, Cork Army applicants Defence Force Training Centre – the Curragh, Co. Kildare Custume Barracks – Athlone, Co. Westmeath Collins Barracks – Cork Cathal Brugha Barracks– Dublin Stage 3: Medical and physical examinations Candidates who are successful at the interview stage will be required to undergo a detailed medical examination, including audiometric test. The medical examination will include the provision of urine and blood samples. This detailed medical examination is part of the selection process and does not imply that a candidate has qualified for enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter. As part of the medical examination a candidate will also be required to give full and accurate information on their family medical history as requested by the examining Doctor. Following interview, medical and physical examinations and security clearance being obtained, candidates will be placed on a panel for selection in order of merit. A candidate placement on the panel does not imply an offer of enlistment. Successful candidates high enough on the order of merit will be offered enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter. A candidate who is offered a placement must report for enlistment at the required time and place. Failure to report for duty will result in the offer of enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter being forfeited. 7. EXPENSES Candidates are liable for all expenses incurred in connection with their participation in the competition. 8. EMPLOYEE VETTING BY AN GARDA SIOCHANA Candidates who are invited to attend before an Interview Board will be required to complete and sign a Garda Vetting Application Form. This will, pursuant to the Data Protection Act 2018, authorise An Garda Síochána to furnish to the Military Authorities, a statement that there are no convictions recorded against the candidate, or if applicable, a statement of convictions. 9. RANK ON ENLISTMENT A successful candidate will be enlisted in the rank of Private 3 Star or equivalent. The location of their posting will be determined by the assignment awarded. 10. CONDITIONS ON ENLISTMENT a. A successful candidate will initially be enlisted for five (5) years permanent service and seven (7) years reserve service. On completion of five years permanent service, a member may be permitted to extend the terms of their permanent service to nine (9) years and then to twelve (12) years, should they fulfil such criteria as may be laid down by the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support) in regards to such matters as conduct rating, physical fitness and medical category. b. They may then be re-engaged for such a period as will make up a continuous period of twenty-one (21) years’ service should they fulfil such criteria as laid down by the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support) in regards to such matters as conduct rating, physical fitness and medical category. A currently serving member who enlisted in the Permanent Defence Force on or after 1 Jan 1994 may, subject to Defence Force Regulations and to meeting certain criteria and conditions, be permitted to continue in service up to the age of 50 years up to the rank of Sergeant and to the age of 56 years in all higher enlisted ranks c. A Motor Technician Fitter enlisted as a result of this competition, will be required to undergo Basic Defence Force Training. Successful candidates, although posted to a particular unit and location may be required to serve anywhere within the State, will, from time to time, be required to complete courses in other locations, deploy overseas or where serving with the Naval Service, go to sea. Under the terms of the Defence Amendment Act 2006, all Defence Forces personnel, if selected, are expected to serve overseas from time to time. d. In the event of an enlisted person leaving the Permanent Defence Force voluntarily at any time, they will be required to pay such cost for discharge as is specified in Defence Forces Regulations A. 10 (rates may be subject to review and adjustment). If an enlisted person inducted as result of this competition has completed less than 12 months service in the Permanent Defence Force the cost of discharge by purchase will be €300. 11. PAY OF MOTOR TECHNICIAN FITTER Enlisted personnel pay PRSI contributions under Class H which insures them for the range of benefits under the Social Insurance code, including the State Pension (Contributory). €577.86 - €796.37 per weekIn line with Department of Public Expenditure and Reform instructions, starting pay will be at the minimum point of the scale. In addition to basic pay personnel will be entitled to the following additional allowances • MILITARY SERVICE ALLOWANCE (MSA): Military Service Allowance (as shown above). • TECHNICAL PAY: Technical Pay (Group 3) at a rate of €45.69 per week paid on completion of induction training. Other additional allowances such as Naval Pay, Patrol Duty allowance and Security Duty allowance may be paid subject to the various assignments. Note: It should be noted that the rate of remuneration and payment of the allowances outlined above are subject to review and adjustment on an ongoing basis in accordance with changes applicable across the public service generally as per Government policy. Method of Payment Currently a Motor Technician Fitter is paid on a weekly basis by means of electronic funds transfer to a designated financial institution. 12. OCCUPATIONAL PENSION ARRANGEMENTS Members of the Permanent Defence Force may qualify for occupational pension and retirement gratuity (collectively called superannuation benefits) subject to meeting certain terms and conditions. A person’s date of first joining the Permanent Defence Force and whether they have any previous Public Service employment will generally decide their specific occupational pension terms. Successful candidates appointed from this competition will be required to pay appropriate employee pension contributions from weekly pay, as well as the ‘additional superannuation contribution’ (ASC). In general, anyone joining pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 is a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. 13. CLOTHING Items of Uniform are provided to successful candidates. It should be noted that the current provisions regarding the issue of a uniform may be subject to change in accordance with Government policy. 14. ANNUAL LEAVE Subject to the exigencies of the service, annual leave not exceeding twenty eight days may be granted in any one leave year. It should be noted that this annual leave provision is currently calculated on a 7 day basis. Leave entitlements may be subject to review and adjustment. 15. SICK LEAVE Sick Leave may be granted in accordance with the provisions of Defence Force Regulation A.12 (Medical Treatment) and Defence Forces Regulation S.3 (Pay and Allowances). Sick leave entitlements may be subject to review and adjustment. 16. HEALTH AND WELFARE Medical attendance, hospital and dental treatment are provided free subject to the limitations as required by law. Personnel in the Defence Forces are subject to compulsory random drug testing and personnel failing a drug test are liable to be discharged from the Defence Forces. 17. COURSES In order to ensure that a candidate will be competent to carry out the duties of higher rank to which they may be promoted, personnel will be required to undergo such courses as may be laid down from time to time. Such courses undertaken will be subject to the provisions of any educational undertakings as may be required and/or Defence Forces Regulations governing military education and training. Personnel will be required to subscribe to an undertaking that in the event of his/her leaving the Permanent Defence Force within a specified time of completing such training, they will be required to refund the cost of the training to the Minister for Defence. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Air Corps Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. Applications will only be accepted online. Job Details The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career.Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. IMPORTANT NOTICE* It is the candidate's sole responsibility to enter their email address correctly when completing the application form. The candidate will receive an acknowledgement within 48 hours of submitting the online application. If a candidate does not receive an acknowledgement within the time, the candidate must inform Recruitment & competition section within 72 hours of applying by emailing recruitment@defenceforces.ie Candidates should be aware that some email providers filter @defenceforces.ie into junk/spam folder. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Naval Service Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Naval Service. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Naval Service applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. What is a Naval Service Recruit A Naval Service Recruit enlists for General Service in the Other Ranks of the Defence Forces. After successfully completing the initial Recruit Training course a recruit passes out as an Ordinary Seaman and will then go onto their Branch Training Course before becoming qualified as an Able Body sailor in the Naval Service. Who we want Naval Service Recruits go on to form the backbone of the Irish Naval Service. Recruit training is 22 weeks in duration and is designed to develop a physically fit, disciplined and motivated person using basic military and naval skills in order to prepare them for further training in the Service. Recruits are instilled with the Naval Service ethos and the values of Courage, Respect, Integrity and Loyalty. On successful completion of the Recruit training, the Recruit is advanced to the training rank of Ordinary Rating (equivalent of 2 Star Private in the Army). The Naval Service has four Branches consisting of Seaman's, Communications, Mechanicians and Supplies. The Ordinary Rate commences their chosen Branch training giving them the specialised skills required to fulfil their role at sea and ashore. After this initial specialisation training, the Ordinary Rate will proceed to sea and take up an appointment onboard one of our ships for a two year rotation. Life at sea is at all times varied. The Ordinary Rate regardless of Branch is a much valued member of the ships crew. As well as Branch duties, he/she will be called on to complete other duties such as general maintenance, boat work, Damage Control/Firefighting. He/she may also be a member of a Naval Boarding team during Drug Interdiction Operations. If you are interested in a life at sea, as part of a dynamic, professional and highly motivated team, then the Naval Service is for you. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. You need to satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in the Naval Service as required. This is the only way to join the Naval Service to become an Ordinary Seaman. Candidates undergo fitness testing, an interview and a medical exam. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become an Ordinary Seaman in the Naval Service. Application Process Training The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Ordinary Seaman with basic military skills. Naval Recruit training is foundation military training. It is 22 weeks in duration. It is followed by Trained Specialist Training courses. On successful completion of training Recruits are assigned to a Branch and a vessel of the Naval Service. Download the Naval Service Induction & Training Career Progression Newly qualified Ordinary Seamen are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Naval Service. These courses may enable the Seaman to specialise in certain areas of the Naval Service and progress towards career advancement. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Army Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Army. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Army applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. When making an application for General Service Recruitment applicants should be aware that the areas of responsibility that applicants apply to are as follows: 1 Brigade - Cork Interview Centre Cork, Carlow, Clare, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny, Laois, Limerick, Offaly, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford 2 Brigade - Dublin / DFTC Curragh Interview Centre Dublin, Cavan, Donegal, Kildare, Leitrim, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Monaghan, Roscommon, Sligo, Westmeath and Wicklow. Where possible we will facilitate applicants to conduct fitness testing & interview at a location closest to their home. What is an Army Recruit? An Army Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces and on completion of the initial training program is promoted to Private 2*. Information About Army General Service Recruits The Defence Forces is looking for people who are looking for a challenging and physically demanding career in the military. Applicants should have: The ability to work in disciplined military environment.The ability to work with others in a team.Work well in a high pressure and physically demanding environmentBe willing to serve abroad for extended periods of time. On qualification recruits take up a position as a three star private in one of the following Service Corps — Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Transport or Communications Information Systems. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. However, you must satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in each Brigade of the Army as required and are the only way to join the Defence Forces to become a Private Soldier. Candidates undergo fitness testing, psychometric testing, an interview and a medical exam. In conjunction with this all candidates will be security vetted by An Garda Síochana. Candidates must also provide two referee`s as part of the security vetting process. Candidates will be required to pass both the medical examination and security vetting to be considered for induction. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become a Private Soldier in the Army. Helpful Application Process video'sTraining The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Two Star Infantry Soldier with basic military skills. Recruit training is foundation military training. It is twelve weeks in duration. It is followed by 3 Star training and at a later stage by Trained Soldier Specialist Training courses. Recruits may be required to complete their training in any Defence Forces location and following their training, may be posted to any Defence Forces location subject to Defence Forces requirements. Career Progression Newly qualified Private Soldiers are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Army. These courses may enable the soldier to specialise in certain areas of the Army or qualify the soldier for promotion and overseas service. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Regional Sales Manager
Highly competitive salary plus quarterly on-target bonus of 15% if sales targets achieved (with quarterly stretch target bonus of 40%) and other excellent benefits The regional manager for retail stores is a visionary leader responsible for driving exceptional sales revenue across the Republic of Ireland area. With a proven track record of delivering results and sustained success, this role requires a dynamic individual with a passion for building and coaching high-performing teams and implementing innovative strategies. To be considered for this position, you must have an extensive retail background within a leading brand. We are looking for a sales champion with a focus on world-class service delivery, who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, and who enjoys working as part of a team. This role is field-based, so you’d have to be comfortable and happy to commute across all of Republic of Ireland, the geography of the store portfolio. What to expect from the role The regional manager for retail stores will build, coach and lead high performing teams and strategically drive exceptional sales and profitability within Pandora owned and operated stores whilst retaining a customer-centric ‘best in class’ approach at all times. Global and local brand standards must be executed consistently, commercially and efficiently. The regional manager will be responsible for building strong partnerships with key stakeholders and implement innovative strategies in order to sustainably maximize the people, product & operational opportunities within the region. Key responsibilities: People
Social Care Worker & Assistant Support Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare!
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: SOCIAL CARE WORKERS (Permanent Full Time/Part-Time & Temporary) STROKESTOWN ADULT SERVICES (Strokestown, Tulsk, Elphin and Ballinagare) Ref: 85332 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Social Care Worker roles are also available. Location: Strokestown Adult Services (Strokestown, Tulsk, Elphin and Ballinagare Areas). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services or in an individual’s own home. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Strokestown Adult services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with development of their individual person centred plans and the achievement of associated outcomes, and critically, will support people who use the service to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. The successful candidate will provide leadership and supervision at a local level, ensuring the service delivered is person-centred. Qualifications: Working Hours: Various Contracts - permanent, full time, part time, temporary, and locum Social Care Worker appointments. All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/08/2025 apply: €40,351 x 11 increments - €55,599 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €56,650 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within the Strokestown Adult Service location may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Patricia Coleman, Area Manager 087 1447954 Closing date for receipt of completed application form /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Tuesday 23rd September 2025. Interview date Friday, 3rd October 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
Business Change & Insights Manager
Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: Grade VIII The Salary scale for the post (as at 01/08/2025) is: €82,258 - €82,997 - €86,243 - €89,502 - €92,736 - €95,983 - €99,213 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. Location of Post Technology & Transformation currently have a number of offices throughout Ireland and it is expected that the successful candidate will work from one of these locations. The line manager is open to engagement in respect of flexibility around location subject to reaching agreement on a minimum level of availability to attend meetings in other nationwide locations as appropriate to carry out the functions of the post and in line with the HSE’s Blended Working Policy. · Dr. Steevens’ Hospital, Dublin Ospidéal Dr Steevens’, Baile Átha Cliath · Bective Street, Kells, Meath Sráid Bheigthí, Ceanannas, Co na Mí · Feehily’s Business Centre, Duck Street, Sligo Ionad Gnó Uí Fhithcheallaigh, Sráid na Lachan, Sligeach · Aras Slainte Chluainin, Manorhamilton, Leitrim Aras Slainte Chluainín, Manorhamilton, Leitrim · Áras Sláinte, Wilton Road, Cork Áras Sláinte, Bóthar Wilton, Corcaigh · Dublin Road, Lacken, Kilkenny Bóthar Bhaile Átha Cliath, Cill Chainnigh · Merlin Park Hospital, Galway Ospidéal Pháirc Mheirlinne, Gaillimh · 98 Henry Street, Limerick 98 Sráid Anraí, Luimneach · Scott Building Midlands Regional Hospital, Arden Road, Tullamore, Offaly Ospidéal Réigiúnach Lár na Tíre, Tulach Mhor, Uíbh Fhailí · Southgate Shopping Centre, Colpe Cross, Drogheda, Meath Ionad Siopadoireachta Southgate, Crois Cholpa, Droichead Átha, Co. na Mí · University Hospital Kerry, Tralee, Kerry Ospidéal Ollscoile Ciarraí, Trá Lí, Ciarraí · Hale Street, Ardee, Louth Shráid Héil, Bhaile Átha Fhirdhia, Có Lú There are currently 3 permanent whole-time vacancies available. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Business Change and Insights Manager, Community Connect Programme from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Reporting Relationship The Business Change and Insights Manager will report to the relevant Programme Manager for the specific areas of responsibility allocated, along with oversight and management across the breadth of the Programme as required. Key Working Relationships The post holder will engage extensively with the established project team including specialists in a variety of fields internal and external to the team, along with providers external to the HSE. These will include: · Discipline, Operational and Senior Management leads across the 6 Health Regions · Access and Integration · Technology & Transformation · Digital Health Clinical Office · National Clinical and Integrated Care Programmes · Planning and Performance · National Communications · Staffing Representative Organisations · Programme Management colleagues across different services · Identified super-users during system configuration and roll-out · The system vendor implementation team Purpose of the Post The post holder(s) will have a lead role in supporting Community Services across the areas of Business Change Management, Communications and National and Regional Reporting in the preparation for, rollout and implementation of the Community Connect programme along with ensuring the benefits of the clinical management system are realised post implementation. The post holder(s) will be responsible for: · Ensuring a coordinated approach to the development and implementation of the Community Connect programme across all six Health Regions and the relevant functions at HSE Centre. · Provide expert input into range of HSE Community Connect workstreams by providing subject matter expertise across one or more of the following areas of Business Change Management, Communications and National and Regional Reporting · Represent the Programme Director for Community Connect at senior meetings involving key decision makers on the Community Connect Program. · Assess and anticipate barriers to successful implementation of Community Connect within Community Services and identify mitigations for same in conjunction with key stakeholders. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The role includes the following duties and responsibilities: Project/Programme Management · Lead and collaborate with key stakeholders across Community Services, HSE Centre and HSE Technology and Transformation to ensure readiness of the Community Service landscape for implementation of Clinical Management System. · Implement robust project management methodologies and processes to enable successful project performance and delivery · Engage with external stakeholders such as Department of Health and the Mental Health Commission as required · Chair relevant project teams as required and oversee the work of any sub-groups to the Project Team · Manage the progress and completion of SCS-CMS tasks and activities. · Ensure approval and acceptance of project deliverables to agreed quality standards. · Ensure the appropriate level of governance is in place, is maintained and is adhered to throughout the project lifecycle. · Manage all aspects of project delivery through the full lifecycle from initiation to closure, including identification and management of risks, assumptions, issues and dependencies. · Map and plan the management of dependencies and liaise with other Project Managers to ensure that dependencies are effectively managed. · Oversee change management activities within the programme, ensuring that impacts to people, processes and systems are identified, assessed and addressed through structured plans that support stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and sustainable adoption of programme outcomes. Project Reporting & Data Analysis · Track and report on project progress to the relevant regional or national groups as required on the progress and status of the assigned projects. This includes producing project documents, reports and presentations to a high standard to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders. · Undertake complex analysis of data, including key performance indicators and other management information such as staff and service user sensitive information, evaluate the results and complete reports. Benefit Management · Drive Benefit realisation across the programme by aligning project deliverables with strategic business objectives and ensuring measurable value is delivered to stakeholders. · Establish and manage benefit tracking frameworks, integrating performance metrics to monitor progress, validate outcomes, and support continuous improvement throughout the program lifecycle Leadership, Team Development and Resourcing · Coordinate and lead the project team in a complex healthcare environment with significant change management challenges. · Demonstrate and build project management and change management capacity within the project team. · Manage the project teams’ development and identify areas for training and further skills development as required. · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. · Liaise with HR and Procurement as necessary to ensure resources are acquired and utilised in line with all relevant policies and regulations. · Manage and report on the project budget and adhere to the requirements of HSE National Financial Regulations as appropriate. · Ensure all other resources necessary to the success of the project are identified and appropriately managed. Communications / Stakeholder Management · Ensure that highly effective communication mechanisms and processes are in place to manage, motivate and influence multiple project stakeholders. Strategic Vision and Healthcare Insights · Provide knowledge, experience and insight of Irish and international health care and policy systems to look strategically at challenges and issues that may arise. · Support other Projects to deliver on the National Strategy as required General · Deputise on Behalf of Programme Managers as and when required · Carry out any other duties as appropriate to the post as required by the Programme Manager · Demonstrate pro-active commitment to all communications with internal and external stakeholders · Have a good understanding of the HSE Incident Management Framework and HSE Integrated Risk Policy as relevant. · Effectively discharge the day to day operations, including compliance with HSE Financial regulations and all HSE policies and procedures. · Ensure accurate attention to detail and consistent adherence to procedures and current standards within area of responsibility. · Maintain own knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and practices to perform the role effectively and to ensure standards are met by own team. · 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. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient 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 Applicants must, at the latest date of application, clearly demonstrate, all of the criteria listed below as relevant to the role: · Significant experience at a senior level working with key stakeholders across Community Service environment as relevant to this role. · Significant experience of developing and delivering service developments in community and integrated health and social care services. · Experience in project management and delivery of projects, in a fast paced environment at a senior level across the following areas, as relevant to the role: o Delivery of Project/Programme including appropriate governance and controls o Communications management and delivery o Stakeholder Management o Data analysis o Change Management o Risk, issue & dependency management o Benefits management · Experience of managing and developing a project team, driving and enabling significant change including a strong track record of delivering ICT enabled change projects, as relevant to the role Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge 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. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation Act, 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 68 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office occurs. Other requirements specific to the post · Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role · Flexibility in relation to working hours to fulfil the requirements of the role Additional eligibility requirements Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience Demonstrates: · Demonstrate knowledge of community health services, in particular the clinical and operational environment and accountability structures in the HSE. · Demonstrate knowledge of Digital Health and its applications in community services. · Demonstrate evidence of service monitoring/evaluation. · Demonstrate effective senior programme management skills. · Knowledge of HSE Reform Policies and Programmes with a particular understanding of how this will impact Community Services · Ability to support, supervise, develop and empower staff in changing work practises in a challenging environment within existing resources · Champions measurement on delivery of results and is willing to take personal responsibility to initiate activities and drive objectives through to a conclusion · Motivation and an innovative approach to the job within a changing working environment Commitment to a Quality Service Demonstrates: · An ability to pay close and accurate attention to detail in personal work and to create a culture where high standards are valued and respected · A client user and customer focus in the delivery of services · Places strong emphasis on achieving high standards of excellence · A core belief in and passion for the sustainable delivery of high-quality user focused services · An ability to cope with competing demands without a diminution in performance
