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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 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 Senior Social Worker (Professionally Qualified) to join our Children’s Disability Network team in Network 3. Contract Type: Permanent (open to full time and part time applicants) Contract Hours: 35 Hours Salary Scale: €64,386 to €75,753 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement : 34 days Overview of the Post: To work as a Senior Social Worker as a member of the Children’s Disability Network team in Network 3, providing a quality, evidence based service to children and young people 0 – 18 years within an interdisciplinary framework and family centred practice and to support other staff and students as assigned. The aim of this programme is to provide a unified national approach to delivering disability health services so that each child has a clear pathway to the services they need, regardless of where they live, what school they attend or the nature of their disability or delay. Duties and Responsibilities: · Provide direct Social Work services to a defined caseload with Children’s Disability Network services in Kilkenny, both individually and in groups. · Work effectively within an interdisciplinary team structure within the PDS framework. · Develop and collate professional reports as required in accordance with high professional standards. · To consult in family meetings, strategy meetings and case reviews as required. To ensure effective maintenance of client records in line with Freedom of Information Act, Data Protection Act, Enable Ireland national and local policy guidelines and best practice, thus ensuring Duty of Care responsibilities are met. · Timely updating of statistical records, including use of electronic databases. · Promote and foster an understanding of the role and contribution of Social Work by providing professional consultation, education, guidance and support to others as appropriate. · To participate in the development and delivery of appropriate training and group work opportunities for service users, families, staff and external groups, such as Sibshop Workshops, parent support groups etc. · Ensure ongoing personal professional development including participation in Lead agency in-service training / Personal Development Plan and PDS training in agreement with Social Work Team Leader and CDNM. · Participate and be a lead clinician as appropriate in review meetings, case conferences etc. · Participate in or undertake research as required and agreed with Social Work team leader and CDNM. To maintain the person’s and family’s right to a relationship of mutual trust, privacy, confidentiality and responsible use of information. · Demonstrate the ability to build capacity of individuals and families to navigate health and welfare systems and access information. · Work with the policy and procedural guidelines of Lead agency ensuring that you remain up to date with changing policy directives. · Engage in Professional Development and Performance Review. · Actively participate in ongoing clinical supervision. · Support of graduate Social Work placements as requested and delegated to do so. · Direct their own personal professional development by ensuring that they maintain and develop their professional skill and knowledge. · Maintains a disciplined and professional level of performance under sustained or situational pressure. · To promote the work of social workers to ensure that staff are aware of the supports available from the social work department. · Provide a service in varied locations in line with local policy / guidelines and within appropriate time allocation (e.g. clinic, home visits). · Develop and promote professional standards of practice. · Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance. · The Senior Social Worker must maintain their annual CORU registration. · Provide clinical supervision to staff grade social worker the in the team. · Active participation in the regional CDNT SW meetings to support the development of CDNT SW practice across SECH. Planning and Organising of Activities and Resources: · Plans and organises activities and necessary resources efficiently and effectively. · Understands the importance of time management for themselves and in particular how this translates to organising their assigned caseload. · Demonstrates the ability to arrange and schedule activities. · Deals with unexpected scenarios with persistence and flexibility to ensure the achievement of goals. · Maintains a disciplined and professional level of performance under sustained or situational pressure. Professional Development and Standards in the Service: · To promote and deliver supports within the ethos and philosophy of Enable Ireland and within the principles of Progressing Disability Services for Children and Young People. This includes working as a member of an interdisciplinary team providing family centred services in line with agreed national and legislative policies. · Demonstrates sufficient clinical skills in assessment, intervention and diagnostics to meet the specific needs of the relevant caseload. · Is adequately aware of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure appropriate standards in their area of responsibility. · Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of Enable Ireland quality assurance initiatives. · Ensure that service user’s records, progress reports and staff records are kept up to date in line with agreed Children’s Disability Network Team policy. · Ensures strict compliance with health and safety standards and adheres to operational guidelines ensuring equipment is checked and working correctly in accordance with safety standards. Judgement & Evaluation · Holds an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behaves in line with professional standards as set down by Enable Ireland and relevant professional bodies. · Makes decisions in a well-judged and timely manner bringing all relevant information to bear. · Uses logical analysis to break complex problems into their component parts. · Promotes and consistently supports the demonstration and development of evidence based service delivery. Service Delivery & Initiative · Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to make a credible contribution to the service. · Collaborates with the service user while working in partnership with the service user’s parent/family/carer and all other relevant stakeholders to identify and achieve goals. · Strives to achieve quality results at all levels of the service in line with the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) as set by Enable Ireland. · Takes initiatives to move the service forward and shows a willingness to try out new ideas under supervision that add service delivery value. · Is committed to achieving evidence based goals and the continuous improvement of the service. · Shows enthusiasm and a high level of motivation in completing projects. Building and Maintaining Working Relationships · Forms strong positive working relationships across all areas of the service, builds on a common understanding. · Demonstrates a supportive and reciprocating work style including strong empathy with service users. · Communicates effectively with parents of children attending the service to provide a children and family centred service. · Works appropriately with all stakeholders. Team Working · Attend and participate in relevant meetings including Individual Family Support Planning and case conference meetings and team meetings as required. · Works in collaboration with the other members of the interdisciplinary team in the planning and delivery of services for children, including the development and implementation of the Individual Family Support Plan. · Participate in training and developmental opportunities as identified and agreed. · Support and contribute to research initiatives as required. · Understands the concept of interdisciplinary team working and complexity of working in teams. This description is not restrictive and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as requested by their Manager. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: · A recognised validated University Degree or Diploma or an equivalent qualification in Social Work. · Be registered with CORU to practice in Ireland. · Have three years full time (or an aggregate of three years) post qualification clinical experience. · Previous experience working in the area of Disability. · Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. · A Full Driver’s Licence and access to their own transport. Annual registration · On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU. · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. Desirable Criteria: · Previous experience of supervision of staff grades and students. · Broad knowledge of Enable Ireland Services. · Have developed ethical awareness for best practice. 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: Monday 20th January 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. 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Assistant Store Manager
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As an Assistant Restaurant General Manager (ARGM) you will be “wingman” or woman to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) . You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our ARGM’s have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM to run your restaurant like you own it. We want to give the kind of guest service that makes guests come back for more so we’re looking for leaders who will coach their teams well and can create a culture that puts guests at the centre. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table… CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Assistant Manager
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As an Assistant Restaurant General Manager (ARGM) you will be “wingman” or woman to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) . You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our ARGM’s have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM to run your restaurant like you own it. We want to give the kind of guest service that makes guests come back for more so we’re looking for leaders who will coach their teams well and can create a culture that puts guests at the centre. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table… CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Shift Runner
Description Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As a shift runner you will be providing direct support to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) . You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our Team Leaders have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM and management team to run your restaurant like you own it. We like to think of our people as the 12th secret ingredient of our famous recipe. It’s our ‘other’ SECRET. As a restaurant Shift Runner you’ll help your team be their best selves through on the job training every day, particularly in helping them give great service to our guests, day in and day out WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Shift Runner
Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As a shift runner you will be providing direct support to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) . You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our Team Leaders have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM and management team to run your restaurant like you own it. We like to think of our people as the 12th secret ingredient of our famous recipe. It’s our ‘other’ SECRET. As a restaurant Shift Runner you’ll help your team be their best selves through on the job training every day, particularly in helping them give great service to our guests, day in and day out WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table… CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Team Member
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? So, think you’ve got what it takes to join us? If you answer ‘ YES ’ to this question then you might just be right… Are you a team player? The ‘not-so’ secret to success is teamwork. Working in a KFC restaurant is all about working together to give our guests the best service. You’ll need to be up for meeting new people and be ready to get involved, help your team, our guests and keep cool when it gets busy. We’re not looking for years of experience or a degree in Guest Service, we’re just looking for real people up for getting stuck in, making a difference for our guests and being part of our awesome team. Don’t worry about the rest, we’ll teach you all you need to know. And if you needed any more persuasion, we also offer free meals , 25% discount , flexible shifts and educational development opportunities up to degree level to all of our Team Members as standard. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now- there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table… CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Senior Speech And Language Therapist
Senior Speech and Language Therapist (with special interest in Assistive Technology and Augmentative and Alternative Communication) Kildare / Offaly / Westmeath – Office is based in (Negotiable) Permanent full time (one post) Who are we? Would you like to work for a progressive and evolving organisation? The Muiriosa Foundation is a Section 38 voluntary health organisation providing services to people with intellectual disabilities, and Autistic people with co-occurring intellectual disabilities. We are publicly funded by the Department of Health, through the HSE. We operate services across RHA B. The Muiriosa Foundation employs approximately 1500 staff and provides residential and day opportunities to over 500 individuals. We provide and advisory service to a further 300 people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The Muiriosa Foundation has been working intentionally to support people with intellectual disabilities to participate as equal citizens in society in line with UNCRPD. We believe that supporting a person’s communication skills plays a key role in enhancing independence, autonomy and building inclusive environments. Description We are currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Speech and Language Therapist to lead the development of our Assistive Technology team. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of speech and language therapy supports to include assessment, intervention and clinical oversight of service delivery to individuals with communication differences and dysphagia. The Muiriosa Foundation values all form of communication equally and supports a Total Communication approach as a fundamental human right. The successful applicant will work within the neurodiversity paradigm in the provision of neurodivergent affirming communication supports to implement Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), supporting minimally speaking and non-speaking individuals. Person Specification The successful candidate must have / be able to demonstrate the following: Essential § Degree in Clinical Speech & Language Therapy. § Is registered or is eligible for registration on the Speech and Language Therapists Register maintained by the Speech and Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU § Has three years full time (or an aggregate of three years full time) post qualification clinical experience. § Technology Literacy: Broad knowledge / proficiency in a wide range of assistive technologies, including A.A.C. devices, communication apps, speech-generating devices, eye-tracking systems, switches, and other related hardware and software. § A.A.C. evaluation and selection: Expertise in assessing the appropriateness of A.A.C. systems for individuals with different communication needs, considering factors such as motor abilities, cognitive skills, linguistic abilities, and personal preferences. This may then require this person to assist in the selection of appropriate A.A.C. devices or systems based on the individual's communication profile and goals § Customise A.A.C. systems by programming vocabulary, designing user interfaces, and configuring access methods (e.g., touch, switch, eye gaze). § Customisation and implementation: Skill in customising and implementing A.A.C. systems to match the unique needs and preferences of each individual, including programming vocabulary, adjusting access methods, and integrating the system into daily routines / activities. § Collaboration and teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with other professionals, including occupational therapists, educators, and technology specialists, to provide comprehensive / holistic support for individuals using assistive technology across various settings (e.g., home, school, community). Desirable § Experience of working with clients with Physical, Sensory and Intellectual Disability. § A person Centred, human rights based approach to service delivery § Experience of interdisciplinary working § Experience working with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) § Experience working with Assistive Technology § Specific training and demonstrated experience in dysphagia management. If you are ready to lead, grow, and inspire, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become a vital part of Muiriosa Foundation’s dedicated team and help shape brighter futures. Informal Enquiries: Chief Operations Officer Eoin Mooney 086 381 1089 Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: 16 January 2025 (5pm) To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation N.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.
Multi-task Attendant
Principal Duties and Responsibilities General Cleaning · Responsible for the general cleaning of the Hospital and areas as identified by the Ward Manager. · Ensure the agreed standard of cleanliness and Hygiene are maintained in all areas by using the approved cleaning materials. · Use and care of cleaning equipment as trained. · Be responsible for the segregation and safe disposable of waste to designated areas. · Perform daily or evening cleaning of ward areas, bathrooms, toilets, walls, floors, corridors, beds patient equipment and household and clinical waste bins. · Perform daily or evening Deep clean /isolation cleaning of assigned areas by manual cleaning and machine cleaning. · Complete Cleaning Checklists as cleaning is carried out. · Ensure all cleaning documentation is kept up to date and available for inspection e.g. Ward cleaning checks, Bed cleaning programme, Ensure ward cleaning supplies are used economically and replenished · Ensure patient’s property is respected at all times. · Report any equipment faults to person in charge. · Check and clean specified equipment and ensure instructions are followed during operation and maintenance. · To use designated cleaning products with caution, following guidelines appropriate to their use and ensuring all cleaning materials are used economically. Products will be kept in a locked cupboard/ room when not in use. These supplies should be monitored to ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained. · Immediate attention to be given to all spillage’s including tea, coffee, water, urine, faeces, vomit etc in order to reduce the risk of accidents. · Use of floor scrubber and buffering of designated floor areas on the units. · Adherence to Health and Safety Guidelines and the use of Hazard signs. Patient Care · Nursing staff will delegate patient care duties in accordance with their professional judgement and within the competence of the Multi-Task attendant · Patients/clients may require assistance in some or all activities of daily living. It is the duty of the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care required by the patient. The primary role of the Multi-Task attendant is to assist the nurse in the implementation of the care, as determined by the Registered Nurse. · The transporting of patients from the ward and various departments, either in beds, on trolleys, in wheelchairs or walking · When necessary to remain with patients in these areas and to assist patients. · Communicate any observations on the patients to the nursing staff. · Answer patient call bells when nursing staff are busy · To assist nursing staff with moving and handling of patients. · To assist male/female patients with their personal care, toileting and bathing as requested by the patient or nursing staff. · To assist with the preparation of patients for surgery as instructed by the ward manager. · Transfer of equipment as required. · To be aware of safety issues pertaining to patients and colleagues. · To adhere to Infection Control Guidelines · To adhere to Hospital Guidelines · Participating in the social and activity programmes in the Care of the Elderly setting · Refer all queries to the nurse in charge · Report any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of patients, staff or visitors and take appropriate action. · Multi Task Attendants should conduct themselves in a manner that conveys respect of the individual and ensures safe patient care, including confidentiality, courtesy, accountability, communication, dignity, privacy, health and safety. Catering Duties · Assist with patient preparation for mealtimes i.e. patient’s are made comfortable and prepare bed table area for tray service. · Distribute jugs of water / ice and glasses to the patient’s morning and evening and as required. · Distribute, input details and collect menu cards from the patients daily. · Assist with increasing awareness of Protected Mealtimes and the National Visitors Guidelines · Record patients’ dietary requirements on summary sheet for main kitchen. · Ensure that bed tables are cleaned prior to and after food service. · Assist patients with feeding at mealtimes in consultation with CMN or Nurse in charge at mealtimes, and monitor food intake. Record/ report as required. · Assist with the preparation and presentation of food, make beverages, snacks, sandwiches etc as required and serve. · Liaise with CNM /Dietician on patient requirements. · Collect food trolleys and ensure trays/ trolleys are prepared for meal service in accordance with best practice for patients. · Ensure appropriate serving utensils are used at all meal times in line with best practice. · Carry out and record food temperature checks before serving to the patient at meal times and record on temperature chart in ward pantries. · Record fridge temperature morning and evening and document, report any variances and take action. · Order / Record food stock levels for patients from the main Kitchen stores to ward pantries. · Ensure ward pantry and equipment i.e. microwave, toaster etc are cleaned in line with cleaning manual and pantry cleaning checklist is signed off. · Ensure that after each food service, catering trolley is cleaned down in the main wash up area and set up for next meal service. · Ensure segregation of food waste and paper at ward pantry in line with food waste and waste segregation procedures. · Report and label equipment breakdowns, and fill in appropriate requisition form with CNM Nurse in Charge on the ward/ dept. · Adhere to Hospital Catering and Hygiene policies. Protective clothing to be worn while on duty. · Acquaint themselves with a knowledge of Health & Safety/Food Hygiene legislation · Ensure work practice is in line with all hygiene and Health and Safety procedures, including HACCP guidelines. Waste & Laundry Operational · Be courteous and helpful to patients and their relatives and respect each other person’s privacy and dignity at all times. · Present to work wearing the agreed attire and identification, having regard to the highest standard of attire and personal hygiene · Allocation to various wards on rotation and will be required to perform day and night duty. · Acquaint themselves with Health & Safety at Work guidelines and obligations including e-learning programmes on HSELand · Ensure an adequate knowledge of the emergency action and fire Plan · Co-operate with periodic medical checks as required · Conduct his / herself in a manner that conveys respect of the individual and ensures safe client / patient care · Report any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of clients / patients, staff or visitors to the person in charge and take appropriate action · To attend meetings as required by the Unit Managers and Management Team in the Hospital with a view to maintaining high standards, open communication amongst staff and good levels of staff morale. · To attend and reach an acceptable standard of performance in courses internal and external and asdesignated appropriate by the employing authority . · Understand and adhere to all HSE policies, guidelines and procedures · Not undertake any duty related to client / patient care for which he/she is not trained · Apply precautions at all times to minimise the risks of cross infection e.g. clean up any spillages of bodily fluids · Ensure that all equipment is stored and cleaned correctly, and storage areas are kept clean and tidy · Follow Hospital Policy with regard to confidentially in relation to patient care. · In accordance with Health and Safety at work policy, it is each staff members responsibility to observe all rules relating to Health and Safety and Conduct at Work and to use any equipment provided in a safe and responsible manner. · Participate in appropriate in-service training sessions including fire safety, moving techniques in patients care, hand hygiene and any other such sessions as organised by Hospital management. · Be able to work as part of a team. · Have knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) standards as they apply to the role. · Have knowledge of Children First and complete HSELand Introduction to Children First on line e-learning programme. It is HSE policy that all staff irrespective of role, grade or position must promote the welfare of children and protect them from harm. · To be aware of fire precautions and procedures and attend fire drills once a year. · To be aware of infection control procedures · Complaints Procedures · Incident and Accident reporting · Hospital Risk Management 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. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Each candidate must, at the latest date for receipt of completed application form for the post: (i) Possess the relevant QQI Further Education and Training (FET) Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills OR (ii) FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support OR (iii) A relevant Healthcare qualification OR (iv) Be currently employed as an Attendant, Multi-Task or a comparable role and be willing to undertake a QQI/FETAC Level 5 programme in Health Service skills or equivalent. AND (b) Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role. ‘Eligibility’ checking will be conducted on all application forms received and only those candidates who meet the eligibility criteria i.e. the required qualifications for the position, will be deemed eligible for inclusion in the competition. Please ensure that you complete your Application Form correctly as appeals by candidates who have not been deemed eligible, will only be entertained if the appeal is based on information supplied in your original Application Form . Appeals will NOT be entertained on additional information supplied at the time of appeal. If invited to interview, candidates will not be awarded marks for qualifications used during ‘Eligibility’ checking. 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 Post specific requirements Demonstrate previous experience of working in the hospital/caring setting. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Knowledge & Experience · Knowledge of the hospital environment · Awareness of what job entails · Have a good base knowledge of - Hygiene Procedures - Basic food Hygiene and Food Safety - Health & Safety - Infection Control · Knowledge & Awareness of Health & Safety Competencies & Skills · Demonstrate motivation and appreciate the importance of the need to provide quality service for patients / relatives / public and in particular older people. · Demonstrate an awareness of Health and Safety issues in relation to the work area. · Demonstrate excellent communication skills. · Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team. · Demonstrate ability of working on own initiative and be capable of performing duties with the minimum of supervision. · Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of a change of residence (e.g. home to continuing care) for the individual & their family. · Demonstrate flexibility. · Kind, caring disposition and sensitive to patients/ clients needs · Reliable · Holistic approach to working in a hospital environment. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking / Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit panel and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, information for candidates”. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, information for candidates” or on www.cpsa.ie .
IT Service Desk Support
At ABP we aim to hire the brightest and the best. People who are aligned with our values and are passionate about our industry. We are committed to developing our people, whether it be upskilling our employees across a diverse range of skills through our onsite training programs or nurturing the next generation of leaders through our graduate program. No matter what stage of their career our people are at, we empower them to take ownership of their roles. ABP Ireland & Poland is a division of ABP Food Group. We work with 30,000 farmers across Ireland and Poland and supply quality red meat products to many of Europe’s leading retailers and food service companies. We are currently looking for an IT Support professional to join our Central IT Team, based in Ardee. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to take their career in IT to the next level and join an IT Team that helps contribute to the success of a market leader in the Beef Sector. This is a very well rounded IT role, with lots of exposure to all aspects of IT. As a member of the IT Support Helpdesk, your duties and tasks will include : Are You Interested? At ABP we are committed to providing a welcoming environment and a sense of community where our colleagues can feel empowered to have a successful career with us. We can offer · A challenging position with plenty of room for initiative and development · An open working atmosphere with helpful, enthusiastic colleagues · Smart Phone · Relevant training to support career growth CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
HR Generalist
Due to continued expansion and growth our clients are currently looking for a HR Generalist to join their Longford team based at their Edgeworthstown site. With the recently announced €48 million expansion to their site in Edgeworthstown, there is huge potential for the right candidate to develop within the company. Job Overview: Reporting to the sites HR Manager and working closely alongside the sites leadership team, the HR Generalist will be involved in HR policies, recruitment, employee engagement and much more. This is a busy role where no two days are ever the same. Key Relationships: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
