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Home Support Workers - Clarecare - Across all Locations in Co. Clare Location: On site / Co. Clare, Ireland Job type: Permanent / Part-Time Sector and subsector: Voluntary/Charity | General Salary: Competitive Salary Clarecare is a professional accredited social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of person-centred services for over 57 years to individuals and families in Co. Clare. Current services include Family Support, Older Person Services and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Our Vision: is to be the trusted quality care provider within our communities by supporting individuals and families to reach their full potential. Our Mission: is to provide person-centred services to individuals and families within our communities. Our Core Values: • Collaborate • Accountability • Respect • Empathy • Trust TITLE: Home Support Workers (Subject to continued funding and successful completion of probation) DESCRIPTION OF ROLE: We require a caring, kind and considerate persons who will support Clarecare in delivering a dedicated person centred community-based Home Support Service* to people who are experiencing difficulties, thereby facilitating them to remain at home within their community. *Home Support refers to personal care and practical personal assistance with a wide range of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL’s) that can help a person live at home if they are ill, frail or disabled. It includes all forms of enabling personal care and [other] practical personal assistance provided [to] [for] an individual who by reason of illness, frailty or disability is in need of such care and personal assistance. ROLE: To provide practical Home Support (IADL’s) on behalf of Clarecare’s Home Support Service to service users to enable service users live at home in a safe secure and comfortable way. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this role is to deliver a safe, effective & efficient Home Support service in line with required practice standards, to support older people (with assessed support needs) and where relevant, their specified person(s) (e.g. family, friends who provide care) so as to enable the service user to be as independent as possible in their own home, for as long as possible. The successful candidate will work as part of the team in Clarecare and liaise regularly with same. Flexibility and willingness to travel is essential. You may be required to work outside of normal hours if necessary. Training and supervision (including shadowing where relevant) will be provided to the successful candidate. JOB RELATIONS: The Home Support Worker, will report to the Home Support Area Manager in the relevant geographical area and work as part of a wider Home Support Service team in Clarecare. Home Support Area Managers report into the Home Support Service Manager within Clarecare who has overall responsibility for Clarecare’s Home Support Service. S/he will link with other relevant Departments/Services within Clarecare as relevant and also liaise with (PHN) Public Health Nurses and other Health Support Professionals, where relevant, as part of the role. HOURS OF WORK: This is a part-time permanent role (subject to receipt of continued funding from HSE as Service Provider and successful completion of 12 months probationary period). Due to the nature of Home Support Services for Older People in the Community and HSE’s Service Provider terms of business (i.e. HSE as Service Provider offers hours for service users to Clarecare and other similar Home Support Agencies); we are unable to ascertain at any given time, the volume of business being offered/provided by HSE as Service Provider and therefore, are unable to offer regular work hours to the Home Support Worker. However, as per The Employment (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2018, at the end of an initial 12 months continuous service (probationary period) with Clarecare, Home Support Workers may apply to be placed on a fixed band of hours that include the average hours worked by them in the previous 12 months period. A Home Support Worker’s normal hours of work will be as outlined on the Personal Support Plan Assignment roster relevant to each Service User and hours of work provided are solely based on service user needs assessment. Amendments to assigned work hours/duties can only be made/approved by the Home Support Area Manager or designate. The Service reserves the right to alter these working hours/assigned duties from time to time based on the needs of the Service User. JOB LOCATION: The position offered is based in the community providing Home Support services to vulnerable service users in the community. The successful candidate will be required to travel as part of their daily role and may be requested from time to time, to travel to other Clarecare centre locations in the course of his/her work as and when required e.g. for training purposes, etc. Therefore, a full clean current driver’s licence, use of own vehicle for work purposes, and willingness to indemnify Clarecare re using your car for business purposes is essential for this role. Annual Leave: The annual leave associated with the post is calculated as 8% annual leave entitlement based on the hours worked. Public Holidays entitlement applies where relevant. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities:
Senior Social Work Practitioner Barnahus
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: • Child Protection and Welfare • Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services • Alternative Care • Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption • Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) • Children’s Service Regulation • Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities: Professional / Clinical The Senior Social Work Practitioner will: • Support the implementation of the Barnahus model and national referral pathway across the region. • Work as part of the multi-disciplinary interagency team (MDIA) at Barnahus in collaboration with other disciplines/agencies as required. • Attend and actively participate in Barnahus multi-disciplinary and interagency meetings, providing input and analysis where required. • Undertake joint specialist interviews of children with An Garda Siochana Specialist Interviewers and / or Tusla specialist interviewers. • Carry out therapeutic screening, assessment and intervention with children, their families, or carer(s) in partnership with the rest of the Barnahus therapy team. • Provide a social work service in adherence with models of best practice / evidence-based practice, particularly the Barnahus Quality Standards. • Provide social work services, as part of a wider interagency team, in an integrated and multidisciplinary manner with a range of statutory and voluntary groups and organisations across the region. • Be available for consultations with professionals where there are allegations/ concerns regarding sexual abuse having occurred which are informed by best practice, national policy, procedure and legislation • Liaise and consult with other statutory and voluntary services/professionals in the onward referral pathway of children, families and carer(s) as required. • Carry a complex caseload requiring a high level of social work competency, specialist knowledge and trauma informed service provision. • Make recommendations with regard to the needs of children, their families or carer(s) availing of Barnahus. • Attend Strategy Meetings, Case Conferences, Court, Tribunals and other relevant fora as required. • Work within current legislation, Barnahus Quality Standards, relevant policies and procedures, guidelines and protocols as laid down by the employer. • Work within principles of trauma informed practice • Adhere to Barnahus Quality Standards and promoting children’s rights and participation • Incorporate Social Work values and ethical principals in planning, developing, implementing and reviewing interventions. • Implement models of best practice/evidence-based practice including child youth participation. • Participate in the evaluation of relevant areas of service provision and the monitoring of key performance indicators. • Take an active role in the recommended level of planned professional / clinical supervision, group supervision and peer review in accordance with the local/national Supervision Policy. • Engage in continued reflective practice and continued professional development. • Engage as required in ancillary work with other team members and by providing Social Work professional knowledge and clinical expertise within a multi-disciplinary team. • Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. • Take direction from his/her line manager. • Keep the Barnahus Manager fully informed and up-to-date on all significant matters. • Support and mentor Social Work and Social Care staff working across Tusla departments in relation to best practice responses to child sexual abuse. • Deputise as delegated by Social Work Team Leader/ Barnahus Manager when required. Education & Training The Professionally Qualified Social Worker will: • Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. • Engage in career and professional development planning in collaboration with the Barnahus Social Work Team Leader / Barnahus Manager • Complete Specialist Interview training in accordance with the Good Practice Guidelines and undertake joint interviews with Garda and Tusla Specialist Interviewers across the region. • Undertake specialist therapy training as required in line with the Barnahus therapy team/ Barnahus therapy framework. • Keep up to date with advances in Social Work and related research, and ongoing review and evaluation of literature relevant to the assigned area. • Keep abreast of developments in national and international legislation, policies and strategies and evidence-based practice. • Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish child protection, health and policing services. • Act as a resource by participating in induction, education and training of Social Work colleagues, other health professionals and service user groups as required. • Participate in the practice of education of students Social Workers or others as appropriate and nurture links with University Faculties. • Foster an understanding of the role and contribution of social work by providing professional consultation and education to other members of the Barnahus Multidisciplinary Interagency Team. • Participate in special interest groups, working groups and international Barnahus-related projects, including financial and operational reporting and service development initiatives as required. Health & Safety The Professionally Qualified Social Worker will: • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of 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. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. • Be proactively aware of and adopt risk identification and management procedures within the organization. Administrative The Senior Social Work Practitioner will: • Maintain a high standard of documentation, including service user files in accordance with local guidelines and Freedom of Information (FOI) Act / Data Protection Legislation. • Maintain accurate up to date records and submit activity data as required. • Write accurate, clear, concise, and purposeful reports. • Effectively utilise the ‘my self-service’ portal for HR and expense related tasks. • Ensure the maintenance of service user and data confidentiality. • Contribute to the development and implementation of information sharing protocols and audit systems. • Contribute to a range of evaluation reports, annual reports, and performance indicators. • Contribute to policy development, performance monitoring and budgetary control of service in conjunction with the Barnahus Social Work Team Leader/ Barnahus Manager or designate. • Collaborate with the Barnahus Manager or designate in developing the role of the Social Work Team and the service e.g. through planning, audit, production of standards, continuing education, quality improvement initiatives and research. • Cooperate with any external monitoring or evaluation. • Assist in ensuring that the social work service makes the most efficient and effective use of developments in ICT. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency 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 Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU OR • Hold a CORU approved Social Care Worker qualification and have applied for CORU registration (evidence of application will be necessary) (https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approvedqualifications/social-care-workers/) - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Atlantic Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Care, Atlantic Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Atlantic Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Sligo - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Care, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care, Dundalk Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care, Munster Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care, Institute of Technology, Tralee - Honours Bachelor of Arts (Social Care), National University of Ireland, Galway - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care), Quality and Qualifications Ireland, delivered by Carlow College, St. Patrick’s - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care, Quality and Qualifications Ireland, delivered by The Open Training College - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Professional Social Care Practice, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Professional Social Care Practice, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Professional Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Carlow - Bachelor of Arts in Professional Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Carlow - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care, Institute of Technology, Carlow - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care, Institute of Technology, Carlow - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Waterford Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Waterford Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Care, Technological University Dublin 6 - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Institute of Technology, Blanchardstown - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Institute of Technology, Blanchardstown - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care, Dublin Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Tallaght - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Tallaght - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Technological University of the Shannon: - Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care Work, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Work, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Athlone Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Athlone Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Athlone Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care Work, Limerick Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Work, Limerick Institute of Technology OR • Be eligible for registration in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU (evidence of application will be necessary) AND • Have a minimum of three years’ post qualification experience of working in a Children & Families Service or other relevant environment with a similarly challenging client group. • Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of 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. Attachment(s): Senior Social Work Practitioner Barnahus Candidate Information Pack June 2025.pdf
Conservation Cleaner
The Role The duties of the Conservation Cleaner (General Operative Band 3 (Rural)) are wide and varied. The primary function of the job holder will be to carry out duties relating to conservation cleaning duties for all areas within Castletown House and its ancillary buildings. The successful candidate will adhere to the cleaning programme in place which specifies cleaning requirements for same areas / individual rooms and to always maintain the standard required. The successful candidates will be based at Castletown House, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, and may be required to work at other OPW sites as and when directed by management. The hours of attendance will be determined by local management requirements. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Candidates, must possess the following, at the closing date: Reporting Relationship The Conservation Cleaner (GO Band 3 (Rural) reports to the Service Manager/Foreperson/Office and Stores Supervisor and to any other person to whom authority has been assigned and/or delegated. This job description is intended as a general guide to the range of duties and it is neither definitive nor restrictive. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must 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 has a stamp 41 or a Stamp 5 visa; 1 Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for the Office of Public Works. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise the Office of Public Works and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for reemployment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Pay The Conservation Cleaner - General Operative Grade 3 (Rural) pay scale, based on a 39-hour week, as and from 1st March 2025, is as follows: €656.12 - €798.93
Health Care / Home Assistant
About Us: WHC Services is a leading provider of home care services committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in County Kerry. We take pride in delivering compassionate and personalized support to help our clients maintain independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes. We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as Home Support Workers in Duagh, Listowel and surrounding areas. As a Home Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing assistance to individuals who require support with daily activities, personal care, and companionship. This is a fulfilling opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those in our community. The successful candidate must:
Teacher Of Home Economics, Childcare & Health And Social Care
Please see attached job docuements for details. N.B. Temporary Full Time until 21/06/2025 (Maternity Cover)
Home Delivery Driver C license
If you are an experienced C driver, have great work ethic and a genuine desire to provide excellent customer care at all times, then EZ Living Furniture is looking for you. The successful candidate will provide an efficient home delivery service and will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery to customers’ homes. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, along with a flexible approach, to ensure that customers’ expectations are met and surpassed. The position is based in Galway but serves adjoining counties as well. We will provide training to the right person who can demonstrate motivation and a willingness to learn. If you are interested in taking on a new challenge at a growing company, we encourage you to apply today. Responsibilities WHY JOIN US: · We have a pension plan in place · We offer an excellent remuneration package · We’re dynamic and expanding · We offer Generous staff discounts CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Teacher Of Home Economics
Please see attached job documents for details.
Social Work Team Leader Sligo Leitrim
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget in excess of €1.2billion and delivers its services through circa 5,000 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: 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. Attachment(s): Candidate Information Pack SWTL SLWC June 2025.pdf
Gaeltacht Vacant Homes Coordinator
Mayo County Council is now accepting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Gaeltacht Vacant Homes Co-ordinator. This is a newly created role under the Housing for All – Pathway to Addressing Vacancy and Efficient Use of Existing Stock initiative. The Gaeltacht Vacant Homes Co-ordinator (Comhordaitheoir ar Thithe Folmha sa Ghaeltacht) will play a key role in supporting the delivery of new homes through refurbishment and redevelopment projects, helping to meet housing supply targets set out in local development plans. The successful candidate will be a strong advocate for the Croí Cónaithe Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant and will focus specifically on Gaeltacht areas in Donegal, Mayo, Galway, Kerry, Cork, Waterford, and Meath. The Co-ordinator will work closely with the Vacant Homes Officers in each of the seven relevant local authorities. The successful candidate must have sufficient proficiency in the Irish language to allow them to carry out their role in Irish. Mayo County Council offers a fulfilling career in a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees are valued and empowered to grow professionally. With flexible working arrangements the Council promotes a healthy work-life balance. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, a pension scheme, and family friendly initiatives. Career progression is a key focus, with opportunities for promotion, continuous training, and educational support. Mayo County Council also prioritizes employee well-being through its Employee Assistance Programme, and additional benefits like the Cycle to Work Scheme. Working with Mayo County Council means advancing your career while making a positive impact on the local community. 1. CHARACTER : Candidates shall be of good character. Each Candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, And Have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics). Or b) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, Or c) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, And d) Be a competent and experienced Irish speaker. The successful candidate must have sufficient proficiency in the Irish language to allow them to carry out their role in the Irish language. Candidates will be required to sit a written proficiency Irish exam on the day of interview. In addition, 50% of the interview may be conducted through Irish. It is essential that the ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate that they have the following skills: a) Fluency in oral Irish b) Ability to communicate clearly in written Irish 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 : This position is a specific purpose contract (with funding in place for a three-year period). A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which temporary appointments may be made. This is a pensionable whole-time position on the basis of a 35-hour 5-day week. 2. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him / her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level if qualified to do so. The following are among the principal duties envisaged: a) Cultural and Linguistic Sensitivity Engage with communities through the Irish language, ensuring effective communication and fostering trust in Gaeltacht areas. Develop strategies that respect and align with local traditions, ensuring that initiatives for vacant homes are culturally appropriate and community-driven. b) Identifying Vacant Properties Work collaboratively with local communities within the Gaeltacht, leveraging their knowledge and deep generational ties to identify vacant and underutilised properties. Establish connections with community organisations, local leaders, and Mayo County Council to gain insights into property status and potential for reuse. Utilise local and national vacancy data sources, including CSO statistics, GeoDirectory, relevant local authority vacancy and derelict databases and Vacanthomes.ie, to assess and prioritise properties for intervention and engage, collaborate and coordinate with the relevant Vacant Home Officers in this regard. c) Engaging Property Owners Develop and implement tailored communication strategies to engage property owners, recognising the historical and familial significance of properties in Gaeltacht areas. Promote the benefits of bringing vacant homes back into use, highlighting their potential to strengthen local communities, sustain the Irish language, and support the local economy. d) Repurposing for Community Needs Prioritise the redevelopment of vacant homes to provide housing for Irish-speaking families, educators, and cultural workers, contributing to the linguistic and cultural sustainability of the Gaeltacht. Encourage investment in vacant properties by facilitating access to relevant funding schemes, ensuring properties contribute to the economic revitalisation of Gaeltacht communities. Work with local schools, community groups, and businesses to explore innovative uses for vacant properties that serve wider community needs. e) Collaboration and Coordination Work in partnership with Mayo County Council and other stakeholders to coordinate a strategic approach to tackling vacancy in the Gaeltacht. Liaise with housing teams, planners, and economic development officers within local authorities to ensure vacant homes initiatives align with broader housing and regeneration strategies. Engage with private sector partners, non-profits, and government agencies to explore opportunities for sustainable redevelopment of vacant properties. f) Monitoring and Reporting Maintain accurate records and provide regular reports on the progress of vacancy reduction efforts, ensuring transparency and accountability. Collaborate and co-ordinate with the relevant Vacant Home Officers in this regard. Assess the cultural and economic impact of repurposed properties, measuring their contribution to community sustainability, local economy, and language preservation. Establish feedback mechanisms to ensure ongoing community engagement and adaptation of strategies to meet evolving local needs. g) Supporting Policy and Legislative Frameworks Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include one practical example which demonstrates these competencies. Interviews will be competency based and marks will be awarded under these skills sets. Planning and organisational skills · Ability to manage resources · Ability to analyse and identify key issues / demands · Ability to work under pressure in a cross functional environment and to tight timelines Initiative and delivery of results · Track record of achievements · Problem solving and resolution · High level of attention to detail · Compliance with various policies / standards · Judgement and ability to work autonomously Interpersonal skills and communicating effectively · Effective verbal and written communication skills in Irish and English · Ability to present ideas effectively and to present to groups in Irish and English · Ability to deal with media in Irish and English · Ability to communicate effectively with members of the public from various Gaeltacht areas · Ability to write fluently, and to prepare clearly structured written reports in Irish and English : 2) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Local Government (superannuation) (consolidation) scheme, 1998 and who are liable to pay class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension Contributory payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children).
Hsemw Social Work Practitioner, Senior
HSE Mid-West Disability Services focus on enabling people with disabilities to achieve their full potential, as independently as possible while ensuring that their voices and that of their families are heard. HSE Mid-West Disability Services, encompasses services for children, young people and adults who have an Intellectual Disability, Physical and Sensory Disability, Autism or Acquired Brain Injury. It also includes management/monitoring of Service Level and Grant Aid Agreements through which Section 38/39 and Private Providers are funded. It encompasses development and oversight of new and emerging service delivery models. Services are delivered through the model of health and social care include the following: · Children Disability Network Teams · Respite and Residential placements · Home Support Services · Outreach services HSE Children’s Disability Case Management Service is responsible for the planning, arranging and subsequent co-ordination and delivery of services using individually tailored care plans, having a person-centered approach and a multi-disciplinary focus. The person appointed to this post will be required to participate as a member HSE Children’s Disability Case Management Team delivering a coordinated approach to client care. S/he may be required to work as a key worker for particular cases as required. Informal Enquiries: Fearghal Gray, General Manager, Mid West Disability Services, Pearse House, Pearse Rd, Limerick Contact Number: 087 8319324 Email Address: Fearghal.Gray@hse.ie
