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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. 1. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification Experience Essential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
Home Healthcare Assistant
Join a team that truly values you With a team of 4,000 Caregivers enhancing the lives of vulnerable adults and their families in cities, towns and villages all over the country, we are committed to recognising and showing our appreciation for our frontline staff. Careers in care for everyone Our team of Caregivers is a diverse one. Do you recognise yourself below? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Caregiver
Looking for meaningful work where you can truly make a difference, with real flexibility built around your life? At Dovida, Ireland’s largest and most trusted home care provider, we are welcoming caring, reliable people to join our team and support clients in the comfort of their own homes. We believe great care starts with great carers and we will support you every step of the way. Why you will love working with Dovida CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Festival & Events Co-Ordinator
The Position The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed term contract posts for the position of Festival & Events Co-Ordinator will be drawn. The Festival & Events Co-Ordinator will become the point of contact in the council that will provide the resources and assistance, to support, co-ordinate and develop the festival and cultural events offering in the county. This role will build on Westmeath’s reputation as a place in which to live, work and visit. It will enable the Westmeath County Council to take a leadership role in strategically and tactically promoting festivals, tourism, economic and cultural events. The role of Festival & Events Co-Ordinator will support the key goals in the future development of the County. The Festival & Events Co-Ordinator will report to the Tourism Officer as part of the Economic Development and Tourism Team. Duties & Responsibilities • Liaise with other Westmeath County Council departments to co-ordinate the management of festival and event requests for the County. • Actively work with Festival Committees, Fáilte Ireland, the Arts Council and other relevant Government Departments to support festival and cultural events in Westmeath. • Liaise with key stakeholders including An Garda Síochána, Fire Services and other relevant stakeholders for festivals and events in the county. • Identify and source funding opportunities to further enhance programme delivery. • To assist in maximising sponsorship and commercial income for Westmeath County Council’s festivals and events. • Oversee festival funding schemes and work in festival business development. • Collaborate and work with the Arts, Heritage and Creative Ireland teams to support an integrated approach to festival development and to develop creative production in Westmeath. • Work with the Tourism Officer to maximise the promotion and tourism potential of festivals and events in Westmeath. • Procure and manage contracted services including event management. • Undertake creative programming, when required. • Liaise with festival and event organisers providing advice and consultancy. • Work with events and festivals to ensure applicants are in line with Westmeath County Council policies and procedures. • Undertake evaluation of Festivals and audience development. • Work as part of the Tourism team across projects and activities in the department. • Ability to work collaboratively with local interests, public representatives, local development companies, festival committees and the community and voluntary sector as required. • To guide organisers through event licencing, insurance and safety protocols. • Attending events and meetings outside normal working hours (such as evenings and weekends). • Work closely with the Arts, Heritage and Creative Ireland teams to support an integrated approach to festival development and to develop creative production in Westmeath. • To assist with research, data gathering and analysis of emerging market trends. • To carry out any such other duties required by the Chief Executive of Westmeath County Council. • The post holder may be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such duties as designated from time to time. Qualifications for the Post Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa Or A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, Training, Experience Candidates must have on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms: • Minimum requirement of Level 7 degree in Event Management, Tourism, Business or related discipline; • Strong event management and marketing knowledge; • Demonstrates an understanding of the role of arts, culture, heritage and community in festivals, tourism, and/or place-making. • Possess a satisfactory knowledge of the functions and duties of local authorities; • Excellent standard of administrative experience and adequate experience in office organisation and in the management of staff and proficient understanding of effective Performance Management. *Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. The ideal candidate: The ideal candidate is self-motivated, results-oriented individual with a passion for culture, tourism and event management. • Ability to work collaboratively in developing and managing relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders. • Experience in events management and marketing. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Experience in project planning and management skills. • Proven record of relationship building skills. • A good understanding of, and ability to operate effectively within wider Local Government. • Strong interpersonal skills and self-initiative with the ability to work both independently and as part of a small team. • Experience of using marketing databases. • Proficiency in MS Office. • Good negotiation and budgetary skills. • Proficiency in social media applications. • Proven track record of managing external suppliers. Note: Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. Particulars of Office (including retirement) The Post A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel may be used to fill permanent & fixed term positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Vacancies may arise on a county-wide basis. Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any work location having regard to funding and/or operational circumstances. Salary The current salary for the post of Festival & Events Co-Ordinator is €58,474 - €71,437 per annum (including Long Service Increments), which is analogous Senior Staff Officer scale as per Circular EL 04/2026. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. New Entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02/2011 of 28th January 2011 and Circular EL 05/2016 dated 5th February 2016. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. You agree that in the event of an overpayment of salary or other monies to you, the Council reserves the right to deduct monies from your “wages” (for the purposes of the Payment of Wages Act, 1991) for the purpose of reimbursement of the Council of the amount of the overpayment(s), in keeping with the Payment of Wages Act 1991, Section 5(5). Superannuation and Retirement Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details of the relevant scheme will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment. 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 dependent or qualified children). A person paying Class A rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children's Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% 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 dependent or qualified children). A person who becomes a pensionable officer 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. A person paying Class D rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable Officer of a local authority depending on their existing scheme, may be a member of a dependent scheme i.e. either the Local Government (Widows & Orphans Contributory Pension) Scheme or Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme and if a member of either scheme will be required in respect of this to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. Employees are admit ed to the Superannuation Scheme in accordance with the terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Act, 1998 and the Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, with effect from date of appointment. This scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement and death gratuities. In order for a new entrant to the scheme to qualify for a pension, the employee must have served a minimum of two years employment in a local authority. For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, effective from 1st January 2013, superannuation contributions are as follows: 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sum will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be coordinated with the State Pension Contributory Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: The compulsory retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004: There is no mandatory retirement age for ‘New Entrants’ from 1st April, 2004 to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 65 years is the minimum age at which a person may be paid. As a new entrant to the public service, under the terms of this legislation, new entrants will not be required to retire on grounds of age.
Leakage Detection Operative
Grade and Salary Grade G (€32,213 - €48,319) Job Description We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The Water O&M Management functional area is responsible for the national delivery of water operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water treatment and network assets. The Leakage Detection sub-area is responsible for leakage detection supported by the Water Leakage Analysis and Water Conservation & Network Planning teams within the Asset Management function. The fix element of Leakage will be undertaken by internal resources in the Water Network M&R team and supplemented by third party / contractors as required. Reporting to the Leakage Detection Team Lead, the Leakage Detection Operative is responsible for monitoring Uisce Éireann pipe infrastructure using specialised equipment to measure water pressure and flow, detecting leaks in the network, and escalating these to the Team Lead. Night time working may be required in line with operational requirements in addition to working overtime as required. We are currently recruiting for Operatives to fill current vacancies and are also looking to add to a panel for future vacancies. Main Duties and Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Consultant In Emergency Medicine
The Emergency Department (ED) at Regional Hospital Mullingar (RHM) provides 24-hour emergency and urgent care services to adults and children for the population of Longford, Westmeath and surrounding area. The department is led by Dr Richard Lynch, Dr Sam Kuan and Dr Kamran Shah (Emergency Medicine Consultants) and supported by Dr Frances McCartan (Paediatric Specialist Registrar) and NCHD’s. The current doctor compliment within the ED is 3 Consultants, 12 Registrars and 8 SHO’s. Patients attending the Emergency department are triaged using the Manchester triage system and assessed, diagnosed, treated or referred for surgical or medical opinion. Regional Hospital Mullingar provides services to the population of counties Westmeath and Longford along with parts of counties Offaly, Kildare, Roscommon, Meath and Cavan as a member of CHO8. From the 2022 census the population of Longford stood at 46,634 while Westmeath’s stood at 95,840 while the overall population for the hospitals catchment area showed an increase of just over 11% from 2016 figures. Longford’s population rise was the highest in the country at 14.1% compared to a national average of 7.6%. There are full departmental meetings and teaching on a weekly basis. The department is recognised for training at both BST and HST levels and also provides training placements for GP trainees. The post-holder will contribute fully to the functioning of the Emergency Medicine Department at Regional Hospital, Mullingar in all matters including patient care, governance, teaching, resource management and other issues. The post-holder will be responsible for the quality of the delivery of the Emergency Medicine service in the hospital. They will also be responsible for ensuring the highest quality response from the service and will function as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary Emergency Medicine team in clinical and administrative matters, including clinical audit. This post will have a working weekly commitment of 37 hours at Regional Hospital, Mullingar for the purpose of delivery of Consultant in Emergency Medicine services
Apprentice Fitter
Job Description Who we are? At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, BMW, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future. We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day. We currently have a vacancy for an Apprentice Fitter to join our team. Apprenticeship: Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter M.A.M.F. (4-year apprenticeship) The company operates the 4 year SOLAS approved training programme comprising of on-the-job training with courses designed to lead to a National Craft Certificate in the above trade. The successful candidate will have the opportunity of achieving a qualification for a rewarding and interesting career while working in a modern manufacturing environment. On completion of this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified mechanical automation and maintenance fitter, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft - Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting. What you will learn: Mergon is an Equal Opportunity Employer that offers flexible working arrangements and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Bus Escort
Longford and Westmeath ETB are inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above vacancy. The successful candidate will assist a student to and from Mullingar Community College: (Start and return point is Mullingar Community College). Special Needs qualification and/or experience advantageous. A panel may also be formed for other vacancies in our post-primary schools during the 2026/2027 session.
Probation Officer
The Role A Probation Officer in the Probation Service of the Department of Justice may be assigned to duties in any of the following areas: Courts and Community, Prisons/Places of Detention, Young Persons’ Probation or other particular assignments that may arise in the Service. A Probation Officer can anticipate changes in assignment from time to time during their careers with the Service. The areas of current strategic priority for the Probation Service that are likely to impact on the work of a Probation Officer include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Shop Floor Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Merchandise, rotate and face off all stock in assigned department while maintaining hygiene and food standards. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team; Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based; Process orders for various departments; Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times; Liaise with the Store Manager on changes to layouts, ends and sides and ensure changes are correctly implemented; Implement correct labelling and stock rotation procedures; Ensure deliveries are checked off in line with goods inwards procedures. Keep the back-store tidy and packed away.
