Jobs | JobAlert.ie

Purpose of the Post The provision of high-quality porter service to all patients and service users in line with hospital service needs, national standards, national and local policies, procedures and guidelines and cleaning standards. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Service - Assist service users throughout the hospital as needed. - Attend all mandatory training applicable to this post. - Maintain a patient-focused service at all times. - Actively participate in all quality service programmes aimed at delivering a better quality of service to patients, staff, and parents. - Liaise with staff in other departments and with members of the public in a friendly and efficient manner. - Demonstrate a high degree of flexibility in the exercise of duties on a day-to-day basis. - Ensure best practice is maintained in the delivery of services. - Work on bank holidays and unrostered overtime when required. - Be responsible for receiving and transferring deceased persons from the wards to the mortuary, and for coordinating the collection of remains by Funeral Directors. - Assist in the movement, transfer, and installation of furniture and equipment throughout the hospital. - Assist in the preparation of rooms for meetings, interviews, lectures, and conferences as required. - Assist in the collection and removal of waste and refuse. - Assist other members of the Maintenance Department when additional personnel are required. - Carry out heavy duties as directed by the Porter Head, Head of Facilities, or another Senior Manager. - Drive the hospital minibus and other hospital vehicles if required. - Collect and deliver mail throughout the hospital each morning and afternoon. - Provide support to the Finance Department by carrying out bank runs. - Provide a high quality and efficient delivery and removal of linen from wards in line with agreed procedures and best practice. - Remove household and clinical waste from wards and other areas where required in accordance with Hospital Policy, Health and Safety regulations, and as per collection schedules. Organisation - Flexibility required with regard to working hours to meet the demands of the service as the porter role. - Adhere to HIQA and Marymount regulations. - Collaborate with/support other colleagues as required. - Carry assigned bleep/phone and be contactable at all times. - Be a champion for safety, health, welfare regulations/best practices within the organisation. - Participate in new development projects or project-related meetings as required. Physical Demands - The post holder will be required to manoeuvre hospital trolleys and wheelchairs. - The post holder will be required to load and unload general supplies, i.e furniture and general equipment,. General - Adhere to Hospital Policies, Procedures, and Health & Safety regulations. - Participate in meetings, committees, team discussions as required. - Uphold patient care as a top priority by approaching tasks with flexibility/enthusiasm to support this principle. - Keep workspace tidy/organized while promoting good housekeeping practices. - Participate in out-of-hours on-call support as needed. - Take on fire safety responsibilities (e.g., Deputy Fire Officer). - Complete any other duties/tasks that may arise. - Upholds the Mission & Values of Marymount in all interactions. Confidentiality - Maintain strict confidentiality regarding medical or personal information of patients, staff, students, or health service matters. - Only share information when authorised or required for normal duties. - Ensure records are securely stored and inaccessible to unauthorised persons. NB: The above is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved. Consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties appropriate to the post, as assigned from time to time. Required Criteria Qualifications and/or experience. The role-holder will require the following knowledge, skills and attributes for successful performance in the role. - Ability to use Microsoft Office. - Ability to work to own initiative. - Can cover all shifts as required (including weekend working) - Demonstrate an understanding of the application of the core values of Marymount University Hospital & Hospice. - Education to Leaving Certificate level or equivalent - Excellent communication skills both verbal and written - Full clean Irish drivers licence. - Two years’ experience of working with the general public or in a similar role. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Personal Attributes - Understands the importance of quality service and pro-actively delivers this. - Pays close attention to quality standards. - Takes pride in providing excellent experience providing a helpful and courteous approach to - colleagues, service users, and students. - Committed to achieving results as a team, putting in additional effort as required. - Flexible approach to working hours as the demands of the post may require work outside normal - office working hours from time to time. Professional Knowledge and Experience - Demonstrate practitioner competence and professionalism. - Demonstrate an awareness of current and emerging nursing strategies and policy in relation to the clinical / designated area. - Demonstrate the ability to relate nursing research to nursing practice. - Demonstrate an awareness of HR policies and procedures including disciplinary procedures. - Demonstrate an awareness of relevant legislation and policy e.g., health and safety, infection control etc. - Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development. - Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role. Organisation and Management Skills - Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise effectively. - Demonstrate the ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. - Demonstrate an awareness of resource management and the importance of value for money. - Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in their approach to work Building and Maintaining Relationships - Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team - Adopts a collaborative approach to patient care by co-ordination of care / interventions and interdisciplinary team working. - Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships. Fosters good professional work relationships between colleagues - Demonstrates the ability to lead on clinical practice. Commitment to providing a Quality Service - Demonstrates a strong commitment to the delivery of quality service. - Display awareness and appreciation of the service user and the ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect. - Demonstrates integrity and ethical stance. - Demonstrate motivation, initiative and an innovative approach to job and service developments, is flexible and open to change. Analysis, Problem Solving and Decision-Making Skills - Demonstrates evidence-based decision-making, using sound analytical and problemsolving ability. - Shows sound professional judgement in decision-making. - Takes an overview of complex problems before generating solutions; anticipates implications / consequences of different solutions. - Uses a range of information sources and knows how to access relevant information to address issues. - Demonstrate resilience and composure in dealing with situations. Communication Skills - Demonstrate strong communication skills - presents written information in a concise, accurate and structured manner. - Demonstrates the ability to influence others effectively. - Anticipates and recognises the emotional reactions of others when delivering sensitive messages Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The salary scale for the post shall be Porter, 4197 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is 39 hours per week. The appointee may be required to attend at such other times as are required for the proper discharge of duties including attendance outside normal working hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position Marymount University Hospital & Hospice. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Retirement Start date before 1 April 2004 Minimum retirement age is 60. Maximum retirement age is 70. Start date on or after 1 January 2013 Minimum retirement age is the same as the state contributory pension (currently 66). Maximum retirement age is 70. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Termination of Office Outside of the probationary period the employment may be terminated at any time by one months’ notice on either side. The Management’s right under this paragraph shall not be exercised save in circumstances where the Management is of the opinion that the holder of the office has failed to perform satisfactorily the duties of the post or has misconducted himself/herself in relation to the post or is otherwise unfit to hold the appointment. Garda Vetting Garda Vetting is sought for all Hospital employees, who may have significant interaction with children and/or vulnerable adults in the course of their duties, either while in the Hospital or in the community. This is done for the protection of these vulnerable groups. Garda Vetting will be sought for the successful candidate(s). Candidates must comply fully with this process. Failure to comply with this process or to provide false or misleading information will result in exclusion from the recruitment process. Personal and Hospital Property Management does not accept responsibility for property lost, stolen or damaged on hospital premises, whether by fire, theft or otherwise. The right to search your person and/or property (including your motor vehicle) while on or departing from the premises is reserved by Management. Where you are found to be in unauthorised possession of articles which are the property of the hospital, the property of an employee, a patient, a visitor, a contractor or a client of the hospital, you may be liable to sanction up to and including dismissal and may also be prosecuted. A witness, i.e. union representative /colleague (whoever is available) may be present during any such search. Please note CCTV is in operation throughout the hospital. Hospital Policies & Procedures (PPPGs) Details of the Hospital’s policies and procedures, including the Grievance and Disciplinary Procedure will be issued to the post holder (in electronic form) upon commencement of employment. All hospital policies and procedures are available on the SharePoint or Workvivo and employees are obliged to read and familiarise themselves and always adhere to same. Protection for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 As this post is one of those designated under the Protection for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998, appointment to this post appoints one as a designated officer in accordance with Section 2 of the Act. You will remain a designated officer for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction. You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment. Mandated Person Children First Act 2015 As a mandated person under the Children First Act 2015 you will have a legal obligation: • To report child protection concerns at or above a defined threshold to TUSLA. • To assist Tusla, if requested, in assessing a concern which has been the subject of a mandated report. You will remain a mandated person for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction. You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment. Health & Safety The Employer is committed to ensuring the safety, health, and welfare of all employees in accordance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and other applicable legislation. The Employer shall: • Provide and maintain a safe workplace, including safe equipment and systems of work. • Conduct regular risk assessments and maintain an up-to-date safety statement accessible to all employees. • Provide appropriate training, instruction, and protective equipment to ensure employees can perform their duties safely. • Appoint a competent person to oversee health and safety matters within the workplace. Employees are required to: • Take reasonable care for their own health and safety as well as that of others who may be affected by their actions. • Comply with all health and safety policies, procedures, and instructions provided by the Employer. • Report any hazards, defects, or incidents that may pose a risk to health and safety promptly. • Not engage in improper conduct or behaviour likely to endanger themselves or others. Failure to adhere to these obligations may result in disciplinary action in accordance with company policy Salary: €35,195.00 - €42,723.00 per year

1 day agoFull-timePermanent

Social Care Worker

Enable IrelandCork

Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in our team in Adult Respite Service, Ard na Mara, Ladysbridge, Co Cork. Contract Hours: 19.5 hours per week (part time) Contract Type: Permanent Salary Scale: €38,107to €50,953 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement : 31/32/34 days pro rata Overview of the Post: To work as part of the team and to support the Person in Charge in providing a quality service to adults with disabilities availing of services. Assisting Service Owners to plan for and direct their supports to meet their personal goals and to support service owners in making connections within their local community. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Hold professional registration, or be eligible for registration, on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers / (see note 2 below) OR (ii) Have a schedule 3 qualification. See list of recognised Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications.html (see note 1& 2 below) OR (iii) Have a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU OR (iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 3 below*), must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th November 2025. OR (v) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employmentment can be issued. AND (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the role Note1* Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under section 91. Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over -30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by the Registration Board will be considered. Note 2* If your qualifications are not listed within criterion (i) and (ii) please contact CORU socialcare.workers@coru.ie Note 3* Under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 candidates are considered Section 91 applicants if they qualified before 30th November 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), during the 5 year period prior to the Register opened on 30th November 2023. Annual registration On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. · Experience in contributing to the development of personal plans. · Has experience and knowledge of the role of a key worker. · Experience of delivering personal care to adults. · Experience of assisting adults with medical needs/ administering medication. · Experience of engaging in professional supervision. Desirable Criteria: · Experience of working with adults with disabilities including physical/intellectual/ ASD/behaviours of concern. · Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team. · Experience in taking leadership in the development of personal plans. · Experience in responding to complaints. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Before noon Tuesday 27th May 2025 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy

1 day agoFull-timePart-time

Assistant Manager

Enable IrelandDublin

Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2023 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Bronze Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly motivated Assistant Managerto join our team in our Shop in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin. Contract Type: Part-time Contract Hours: 24 hours Salary Scale: €17,202.00 + 1% Profit Share pro rata. Annual Leave Entitlement : 21 Days plus 2 gift days (pro rata) Overview of the Post: The purpose of the role is to assist the Manager in the day-to-day running of the Shop whilst motivating and encouraging staff and volunteers to help achieve sales targets in order to maximise our contribution to Enable Ireland’s services. In this varied and exciting role, you will be instrumental in making sure the Shop is at the hub of the local community. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: · Assist in the management and development of the shop in the context of an agreed work plan and agreed financial targets · Assist in training, supervising and managing shop staff, both paid and voluntary · Ensure the appearance of the shop internally and externally is attractive to customers and in line with brand standards Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · Retail fashion experience. · Excellent leadership / motivational experience. · Strong Commercial Experience. · Eligible to work in the State Desirable Criteria: · Brand Awareness If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: -Sales Bonus - 1% Profit Share pro rata. · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and upload your CV onto Rezoomo. A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · Enable Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available athttps://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy.

1 day agoPart-time

Operational Risk Lead

AmTrust InternationalDublin

We’re AmTrust International Underwriters, an insurance business based out of our modern offices in the Temple Bar area of Dublin. As part of a Global group, we work creatively to develop bespoke insurance solutions for leading financial institutions, retailers and manufacturers both Internationally and Globally. The Dublin office has approximately 75 employees, across various functions. We are a diverse and close knit team and work together to deliver excellence in everything we do. We are extremely proud to have been awarded an Investors in Diversity Silver Award in 2025. Our results were far beyond the Industry and International standards, with over 95% of our colleagues participating in the survey, with a confidence level of 95% as an inclusive place to work. We are now recruiting for an Operational Risk Lead to join our team on permanent basis based out of either our Dublin, London or Nottingham office. Reporting to the Head of Risk & Resilience, this role will have full oversight of the business’s compliance within its Operational Risk and Quality Assurance Frameworks. Reporting on business adherence and ensuring appropriate frameworks and KPIs are in place to measure as well as to Monitor and escalate risks relating to breaches of process coming out of Quality Assurance Reports. Essential functions of this role will include but are not limited to: Interested? Apply now and let us tell you more!

1 day agoPermanent