Administration/receptionist Goatstown HQ

Administration/Receptionist (Grade III) Goatstown HQ

Full-Time Fixed Term Contract (24 months)

St. Michael's House is a community-based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. St. Michael’s House is committed to providing individualised supports to people so that they can enjoy experiences, opportunities, and lifestyles similar to their peers.

A vacancy now exists for a Administrator/Receptionist - Full Time Fixed Term 24 months contract (35-hour week).
The overall purpose of the position is to provide comprehensive administrative /reception support to the Service Area as required.
Staff are expected to be flexible and where the exigencies of the services dictate, staff will be expected to work in any of the administrative functions as required by the Administrative Manager.

Candidate must have:

• Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent IT skills including strong proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• A proven ability to prioritise a busy work load and meet deadlines.
• Excellent typing skills, accuracy and good telephone/communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Flexiblility.
• An ability to be highly professional and confidential in all dealings with staff, families and service users.
• A proven ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Obtained at least grade D (or pass) in Higher or Ordinary Level in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or Leaving Certificate Applied.

Or

• Passed an examination of at least equivalent standard

Or

• Satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills

And

• Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and administrative ability, for the proper discharge of the role..

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in a similar role in the health and social care field.

Salary Scale:

Successful candidates will be in line with October 24’ HSE revised consolidated Clerical Officer Grade – Grade III; point 1; €29,810 – point 15; €46,948 per annum based on working a 35-hour week.

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.

Closing date: 12 pm on the 7th November 2024

Shortlisting will happen on 8th November 2024 and candidates who meet the criteria will then be notified of an interview date which will be commenced on the week of 25th November 2024.

To apply: Please upload a copy of your C.V and cover letter via Rezoomo

Please outline in your cover letter your suitability for the role taken in to account the criteria in the above advert. Remember to include a valid email as this is the way you will be contacted for interview.

Informal enquires to Yvonne Kelly – yvonne.kelly@smh.ie or (087) 443 1960.

Job offer is subject to approval under the process of funded posts in Disability Services in the HSE and Section 38 Agencies.

St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.