St. Joseph's Foundation is a voluntary organisation providing comprehensive services for people with intellectual disabilities. Founded in 1968, the Foundation has grown through continuously responding to the needs of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The Foundation provides services to children and adults through day services, residential, respite care, and home support in the North Cork and South West Limerick region. We have day and residential services in various locations in the North Cork and South Limerick area; such as Charleville, Dromina, Newtownshandrum, Buttevant, Newmarket, Mitchelstown, and Mallow, in Limerick; Ballylanders, Ballyagran, Bruree, Bruff, Croom, Dromcollogher, Granagh, Kilmallock, and Liskennett. St. Joseph's Foundation is a lead agency in Cork Kerry Community Healthcare for the North West Cork and the North East Cork Children's Disability Network Teams. These teams have been formed under the National Progressing Disability Services Scheme and will be based in Mallow and Fermoy. Permanent Post: Part-time The ideal candidates will have: A qualification in Nursing and Registered with An Bord Altranais (R.N.I.D. qualification desirable). The ability to work on his/her own initiative and supervise service users/staff. Experience in managing behaviour which challenges. A full Irish/EU Driving Licence and indemnification of the Foundation on your car insurance policy is a requirement of the posts. Contract Type: 0.4 WTE LOCATION: Charleville JOB GOAL: To listen to, learn from, support and work to achieve the priorities of the service users and to monitor and meet their physical, mental, social, emotional, and behavioural needs in compliance with the Health Care Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults) with disabilities) regulations 2013 and the Provision of the Childcare Act 1991 and all relevant regulations and standards that apply to Children in care. Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the general well-being of service users in care. To provide care of a physical, psychological, and social nature for service users. Recognize and report physical/social/emotional problems and assist in the implementation of programmes to counteract same. To deliver care in a professional manner and in line with New Direction Requirements in Day Service. Setting care for the day-to-day needs of the residents in compliance with the Health Care Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults) with disabilities) regulations 2013 and the Provision of the Childcare Act 1991 and all relevant regulations and standards that apply to Children in care. To foster parental/family involvement and to support and liaise with parents/guardians/family members as required. Ensure that parents, relatives, and other visitors are welcomed to day/residential services and treated with courtesy. To create and maintain a therapeutic environment within your area ensuring that Programme activities and environment relate to the strengths and needs of the individual and adhere to the principle of normalization. To incorporate the expertise of any persons who may enhance the variety/quality of care for the service users. To design, implement, and coordinate programmes in education, training, and work. To liaise with Line Manager/PIC with regards to providing work opportunities for service users where required. To foster integration and provide social/leisure opportunities for service users within the local community in line with the Foundation's philosophy. To maintain all records and reports as are required e.g., Drug administration, Daily progress reports, Nursing notes, and Psychiatry Review Reports, etc. To be familiar with the other nursing programmes within adult/children's services and provide support/relief as requested by the PIC/Area Manager/Head of Client Services of day and residential services. Responsible for purchasing and budgeting household monies and making purchases locally where possible. To establish and maintain relationships with the residents which are based on respect and equality and promote their independence. Leadership: Manage, develop, and support staff individually and as a team including induction, Supervisory support, and training in line with Foundation's practices and in compliance with the Health Care Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for Persons (Children and Adults) with disabilities) regulations 2013. Lead and develop team members in the support of Person Centred Plans, problem-solve and seek solutions to outcomes and barriers raised in the delivery of PCP's. To carry out goal setting and development with support staff. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team and attend meetings, Case conferences, in-service training, etc. as required. In consultation with the Line Manager/PIC to convene and attend review meetings of Individual's progress. To contribute to the overall nursing input within the Foundation. Ensure that staff are aware of and adhere to Foundations Policies and Procedures. To develop and maintain effective communication systems both formal and informal with residents, colleagues, families, and stakeholders. Promote dignity at work and show respect to residents, colleagues, families, and stakeholders in the course of duty. Hold supervision meetings with support staff. To ensure that staff establish and maintain relationships with the residents which are based on respect and equality and promote their independence. General: The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities; this job description may be revised from time to time to take account of any change in requirements of the position or any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Executive. #J-18808-Ljbffr
St. Joseph's Foundation is a voluntary organisation providing comprehensive services for people with intellectual disabilities. Founded in 1968, the Foundation has grown through continuously responding to the needs of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The Foundation provides services to children and adults, through day services, residential, respite care, and home support in the North Cork and South West Limerick region. We have day and residential services in various locations in the North Cork and South Limerick area; such as Charleville, Dromina, Newtownshandrum, Buttevant, Newmarket, Mitchelstown and Mallow, in Limerick; Ballylanders, Ballyagran, Bruree, Bruff Croom Dromcollogher, Granagh Kilmallock, and Liskennett. St. Joseph's Foundation is a lead agency in Cork Kerry Community Healthcare for the North West Cork and the North East Cork Children's Disability Network Teams. These teams provide services from 0-18 under the National Progressing Disability Services Programme and are based in Mallow and Fermoy. Applications are invited for the following post: Equine Support Worker - Relief Contract The ideal candidate will have: Experience with intellectual disabilities. The ability to work as part of a Team & on their own initiative. Be reliable, punctual with a high degree of flexibility. Informal enquiries to David Doyle, Project & Services Development Officer 087-2734150. JOB DESCRIPTION INITIAL HOURLY: Relief You will be employed as an Equine Support Worker on a relief basis "If & When" to fill vacancies created due to staff absences. JOB GOAL: Provide care for Equines in the Centre and maintain administration procedures in use and support service users. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Attend to daily stable management duties, including mucking out, feeding, watering etc. Be responsible for reoccurring tasks relating to the order of feed and bedding, routine farrier visits, tack maintenance, manure disposal etc. Maintain cleanliness and general upkeep of the yard. Exercise horses in accordance with schedule or as directed and be prepared to assist in the schooling of horses for trial periods. Promptly report to your line manager any issues arising in relation to the operation of the Centre. Be responsible for the care and cleanliness of all horses and their environment including equipment, stable and saddlery. Clean, disinfect and maintain to a standard set by management equine accommodation, yards, exercise areas and paddocks, feed room, tack room, laundry and storage facilities, staff tack and rugs, including maintenance. Follow instructions as laid down by management, prepare and provide food and water for all horses in the Equine Centre. Undertake grooming and bathing including foot care. Following training programmes as appropriate to individuals horses, including earning trust, leading in hand and basic stable manners, lunging and long reining, breaking, schooling and riding. Carry out health checks on equine, including visual observation and physical inspection of body condition for signs of ill health or abnormalities. Taking temperature, pulse and respiration rates, and report any abnormalities to your line manager. Administering wormers and other treatments and medications as directed. Assist in the care and recuperation of horses with short term illness. Maintain all records accurately and legibly as required by management, ensuring security of information at all times. Report any faulty lighting, heating, drainage etc to management. Maintain all equipment correctly and report any damage or faults. Ensure security of buildings and exercise areas. Maintain good public and work relations, assisting with fundraising/Open Days. Undertake to the best of his/her ability any duties assigned by line management. Care for the day to day needs of the service users: Instruct, supervise and support service users in daily living, work and leisure programmes as assigned and monitor progress. Recognise and report problems, physical/social/emotional and assist in the implementation of relevant programmes to counteract same. To work positively and constructively with service users who may present with challenging behaviour, and be involved in the planning and implementation of specific individualised approaches and programmes designed for these service users. To contribute to the instruction of new staff and volunteers. Ensure adequate reports are kept as requested. Establish and Maintain relationships with the service users that are based on respect and equality and promotes their independence. You may also be required to provide support for a service user in locations outside of St Joseph's eg accompanying service users on holidays/family outings or a hospital stay. HEALTH & SAFETY To ensure the safety of service users at all times adhering to the Foundations Policies & Procedures. To adhere to Foundations Policies & Procedures in relation to best practice on the safe handling of horses. Ensure all Health & Safety measures and procedures are observed and adhered to. Employ safe methods and use of equipment as necessary, assisting veterinary surgeon and farrier as required. To ensure fire and safety precautions are implemented and maintained. To ensure adequate knowledge of emergency action and plans. Make oneself aware of the Foundation's duties and the employee duties under the Safety, Health and Welfare at work legislation. Ensure that all faulty equipment is repaired to your line manager. Ensure that all accidents/incidents, no matter how small, are reported and documented in the accident/incident book as held in each unit. ADMINISTRATION To keep documents, reports and records as required. To attend meetings and courses as required by the Manager and Assistant Managers of Adult Services. Contribute to the on-going development of the equestrian centre and farmland. GENERAL DUTIES As the above is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities, this job description may be revised from time to time to take account of any change in requirements of the position or any other duties as may be assigned by the Manager/Assistant Managers of Adult/Children Services. #J-18808-Ljbffr
St. Joseph's Foundation is a voluntary organisation providing comprehensive services for people with intellectual disabilities. Founded in 1968 the Foundation has grown through continuously responding to the needs of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The Foundation provides services to children and adults, through day services, residential, respite care, and home support in the North Cork and South West Limerick region. We have day and residential services in various locations in the North Cork and South Limerick area; such as Charleville, Dromina, Newtownshandrum, Buttevant, Newmarket, Mitchelstown and Mallow, in Limerick; Ballylanders, Ballyagran, Bruree, Bruff Croom Dromcollogher, Granagh Kilmallock, and Liskennett. St. Joseph's Foundation is a lead agency in Cork Kerry Community Healthcare for the North West Cork and the North East Cork Children's Disability Network Teams. These teams have been formed under the National Progressing Disability Services Scheme and will be based in Mallow and Fermoy. Permanent Posts Full-time, Part-time & Relief (Residential Services) The ideal candidates will have: A qualification in Nursing and Registered with An Bord Altranais (R.N.I.D. qualification desirable). The ability to work on his/her own initiative and supervise service users/staff. Experience in managing behaviour which challenges. Informal enquiries to the Catherine O' Connell (Head of Client Services) on 063 89252 Notes: A full Irish/EU Driving Licence and indemnification of the Foundation on your car insurance policy is a requirement of the posts. JOB TITLE: Staff Nurse REPORTING RELATIONSHIP TO: CNM1, CNM2, Person In Charge (PIC), Area Manager ACCEPTS REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS FROM: Volunteers, staff as assigned. LIAISE WITH: All staff in Adult /Children's Services and Multidisciplinary Team. INITIAL HOURLY As per contract COMMITMENT: Residential Services (up to 37.5 hours per week). INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: Rostered duty including 7/14 duty in accordance with the rosters and mobility programme operated by the service. LOCATION: South Limerick JOB GOAL: To listen to, learn from, support and work to achieve the priorities of the service users and to monitor and meet their physical/mental/social/emotional and behavioural needs and in compliance with the Health Care Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults) with disabilities) regulations 2013 and the Provision of the Childcare Act 1991 and all relevant regulations and standards that apply to Children in care. Main Duties Responsible for the general well-being of service users in care To provide care of a physical, psychological and social nature for service users Recognize and report physical/social/emotional problems and assist in the implementation of programmes to counter act same. To deliver care in a professional manner and in line with HIQA requirements if working a residential setting. Setting care for the day to day needs of the residents in compliance with the Health Care Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults) with disabilities) regulations 2013 and the Provision of the Childcare Act 1991 and all relevant regulations and standards that apply to Children in care. To foster parental/family involvement and to support and liaise with parents/guardians/family members as required. Ensure that parents, relatives and other visitors are welcomed to day / residential services and treated with courtesy. To create and maintain a therapeutic environment within your area ensuring that Programme activities and environment relate to the strengths and needs of the individual and adhere to the principal of normalization. To incorporate the expertise of any persons who may enhance the variety/quality of care for the service users. To design, implement and co-ordinate programmes in education, training, and work. To liaise with Line Manager/PIC with regards to providing work opportunities for service users where required To foster integration and provide social/ leisure opportunities for service users within the local community in line with the Foundation's philosophy To maintain all records and reports as are required e.g.- Drug administration, Daily progress reports, Nursing notes and Psychiatry Review Reports etc. To be familiar with the other nursing programmes within adult/children's services and provide support/relief as requested by the PIC/Area Manager/Head of Client Services of day and residential services Responsible for purchasing and budgeting household monies and making purchases locally where possible To establish and maintain relationships with the residents which are based on respect and equality and promote their independence. Leadership Manage, develop and support staff individually and as a team including induction, Supervisory support and training in line with Foundation's practices and in compliancewith the Health Care Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for Persons (Children and Adults) with disabilities) regulations 2013. Lead and develop team members in the support of Person Centred Plans, problem solveand seek solutions to outcomes and barriers raised in the delivery of PCP's. To carry out goal setting and development with support staff. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team and attend meetings, Case conferences, in-service training etc. as required. In consultation with the Line Manager/PIC to convene and attend review meetings of Individual's progress. To contribute to the overall nursing input within the Foundation. Ensure that staff are aware of and adhere to Foundations Policies and Procedures. To develop and maintain effective communication systems both formal and informal with residents, colleagues, families and stakeholders. Promote dignity at work and show respect to residents, colleagues, families and stakeholders in course of duty. Hold supervision meetings with support staff as directed by the PIC. To ensure that staff establish and maintain relationships with the residents which are based on respect and equality and promote their independence. General To promote a positive and respectful awareness of learning disability in the community. Be familiar with new developments in the field of Intellectual disabilities/HIQA standards and any other relevant guidelines/policies pertaining to the role. To act as a Key Worker for service users as required. You are required to drive Foundations Transport (mini-bus) and instruction for same will be provided and have a full clean driving licence and indemnify the Foundation on your motor insurance policy. Evidence of same will have to be produced to the HR Department on a yearly basis. Confidentiality. In the course of your employment, you may have access to or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of clients or staff or other centres business. Such records and information are strictly confidential. In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorized persons can obtain access to them. Staff Nurse (37.5 Hrs PW) #J-18808-Ljbffr
St. Joseph's Foundation is a voluntary organisation providing comprehensive services for adults with intellectual disabilities and children with complex needs. Founded in 1968 the Foundation has grown through continuously responding to the needs of people with disabilities and complex needs. We are currently seeking full-time and part-time Social Care Workers to join our dynamic team supporting Residential Services at our following locations: Charleville, Co.Cork Buttevant Co.Cork Newtownshandrum, Co Cork Ideal candidates should possess: A HETAC-accredited Diploma/Degree in Social Care, or a qualification in Nursing (RNID), or eligibility for CORU registration under the standards of proficiency (www.coru.ie/social-care-workers) Experience working with adults or children with intellectual disabilities A full driver's license Benefits: Incremented Section 39 pay scales / Successful candidates can expect premium rates on top of the section 39 pay scales Paid company Sick leave Paid company Maternity Leave Pension - organisation contribution of 6.35% Generous annual leave Access to the Employee Assistance Programme Bike to work scheme Employee referral scheme Death - in - service Career development opportunities For more information and to view a full job description, call Siobhan on 0862035543 or click APPLY with your most recent CV today and await a confidential call back. #J-18808-Ljbffr
St. Joseph's Foundation is a voluntary organisation providing comprehensive services for adults with intellectual disabilities and children with complex needs. Founded in 1968 the Foundation has grown through continuously responding to the needs of people with disabilities and complex needs. We are currently seeking full-time and part-time Social Care Workers to join our dynamic team supporting Residential Services at our following locations: Granagh, Limerick Kilmallock, Limerick Ballyagran, Limerick Ballylanders, Limerick Ideal candidates should possess: A HETAC-accredited Diploma/Degree in Social Care, or a qualification in Nursing (RNID), or eligibility for CORU registration under the standards of proficiency (www.coru.ie/social-care-workers) Experience working with adults or children with intellectual disabilities A full driver's license Benefits: Incremented Section 39 pay scales / Successful candidates can expect premium rates on top of the section 39 pay scales Paid company Sick leave Paid company Maternity Leave Pension - organisation contribution of 6.35% Generous annual leave Access to the Employee Assistance Programme Bike to work scheme Employee referral scheme Death - in - service Career development opportunities For more information and to view a full job description, call Siobhan on 0862035543 or click APPLY with your most recent CV today and await a confidential call back. #J-18808-Ljbffr
St. Joseph's Foundation is a voluntary organisation providing comprehensive services for adults with intellectual disabilities and children with complex needs. Founded in 1968, the Foundation has grown through continuously responding to the needs of people with disabilities and complex needs. We are currently looking to recruit highly motivated Psychologists to work within our dynamic & well-established Children's Teams in North Cork, in our bespoke & newly appointed buildings. Overview of the Post: To work as a member of the interdisciplinary Children's Disability Network Team providing quality services in a Family Centred Practice model to children aged 0-18 years and their families within the region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of psychology services to include assessment and universal, targeted, and direct intervention in an interdisciplinary model. The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings including the clinic, schools, preschools, special schools, children's homes, and community settings. Vacancies Available: 1 WTE role in Fermoy Basic Grade 0.6 WTE role in Charleville Basic Grade 1 WTE role in Mallow Basic Grade Contact: Barry Coughlan (Principal Psychologist, 063-21680) SENIOR/ BASIC GRADE PSYCHOLOGIST The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: Have a university degree or diploma (QQI level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject. Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology. Or an equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health. Demonstrate competence in the Care Group/s applied for. For Senior Posts: Applicants must have at least five years satisfactory post-graduate experience in the area of professional psychology, no more than three years of which was spent in gaining the postgraduate professional qualification and no less than two years full-time spent in post-qualification experience as a professional psychologist. Years in excess of the permitted three years for completion of the post-graduate training or time not worked will not be taken into consideration when assessing the five years' experience requirement. Applicants with a clinical, counselling, or educational psychology qualification must demonstrate that they have acquired in appropriate health settings, for the area of Child Disability - either at least 60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements as part of the professional qualification; or at least 60 days or equivalent post-qualification supervised work experience as a psychologist. Note: Combinations of supervised clinical placement experience as part of the qualification and supervised work experience within a single care group area to give a total of 60 days are not acceptable. Duties & Responsibilities: To provide psychological assessments individually and as part of a team to children with, or at risk of, complex needs and complete appropriate reports. To design appropriate interventions for children with behaviours of concern in response to child and family needs and goals, and where indicated in collaboration with staff in mainstream or special education settings. To participate in the development of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs). To undertake relevant psychological interventions/therapies in relation to children with complex needs. To support parents and family members through the provision of counselling, advice, and guidance as required. To provide family support in the implementation of programmes in the home. To establish and maintain working relationships with professional colleagues from other disciplines in the interdisciplinary team. To maintain good relationships with other statutory and non-statutory agencies. To participate in the organisation and development of psychological services of the Children's Disability Network Team. To adhere to St. Joseph's Foundation's and National and local Progressing Disability Services policies. To lead and/or participate in research programmes relevant to Disability Services. To keep up to date with current research, innovative approaches and recommended clinical practice in the areas of Children's Disability. Aim for the highest possible professional ethics and expertise. Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service to their allocated caseload. The above Job Specification 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
St. Joseph's Foundation is a voluntary organisation providing comprehensive services for adults with intellectual disabilities and children with complex needs. Founded in 1968, the Foundation has grown through continuously responding to the needs of people with disabilities and complex needs. We are currently looking to recruit highly motivated Psychologists to work within our dynamic & well-established Children's Teams in North Cork, in our bespoke & newly appointed buildings. Overview of the Post: To work as a member of the interdisciplinary Children's Disability Network Team providing quality services in a Family Centred Practice model to children aged 0-18 years and their families within the region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of psychology services to include assessment and universal, targeted and direct intervention in an interdisciplinary model. The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings including the clinic, schools, preschools and special schools, children's homes and community settings. Vacancy Available: 1 WTE role in Mallow Senior Grade Contact: Barry Coughlan (Principal Psychologist - 063-21680) SENIOR/ BASIC GRADE PSYCHOLOGIST The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: Have a university degree or diploma (QQI level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject. Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology, or an equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health. Demonstrate competence in the Care Group/s applied for. For Senior Posts: Applicants must have at least five years satisfactory post-graduate experience in the area of professional psychology, no more than three years of which was spent in gaining the postgraduate professional qualification and no less than two years full-time spent in post qualification experience as a professional psychologist. Years in excess of the permitted three years for completion of the post-graduate training or time not worked will not be taken into consideration when assessing the five years' experience requirement. Applicants with a clinical, counselling, or educational psychology qualification must demonstrate that they have acquired in appropriate health settings, for the area of Child Disability - either at least 60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements as part of the professional qualification; or at least 60 days or equivalent post-qualification supervised work experience as a psychologist. Duties & Responsibilities: To provide psychological assessments individually and as part of a team to children with, or at risk of, complex needs and complete appropriate reports. To design appropriate interventions for children with behaviours of concern in response to child and family needs and goals, and where indicated in collaboration with staff in mainstream or special education settings. To participate in the development of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs). To undertake relevant psychological interventions/therapies in relation to children with complex needs. To support parents and family members through the provision of counselling, advice and guidance as required. To provide family support in the implementation of programmes in the home. To establish and maintain working relationships with professional colleagues from other disciplines in the interdisciplinary team. To maintain good relationships with other statutory and non-statutory agencies. To participate in the organisation and development of psychological services of the Children's Disability Network Team. To adhere to St. Joseph's Foundation's and National and local Progressing Disability Services policies. To lead and/or participate in research programmes relevant to Disability Services. To keep up to date with current research, innovative approaches and recommended clinical practice in the areas of Children's Disability. Aim for the highest possible professional ethics and expertise. Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service to their allocated caseload. The above Job Specification 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
