Job Description Role Purpose The role encompasses management of all aspects of the Designated Centre to include provision of a high quality, person-centred service to residents and effective management of the staff team and resources. Key Responsibilities Effectively discharge your role as Person in Charge, in line with the requirements of The Health Act (2007) and associated Regulations. Ensure that allocated resources are effectively managed and deployed. mplement management systems, which ensure that the service provided is safe, appropriate to service user needs, of a high quality and effectively monitored. Effectively discharge your role as Person in Charge, in line with the requirements of HIQA, the Health Act (2007) and associated Regulations. Ensure that all Stewart Care policies and procedures are in place, up to date and effectively implemented in your areas of responsibility. Ensure that Stewarts Care Safeguarding systems and processes are implemented effectively in your areas of responsibility. Maintain an up-to-date Risk Register in line with the policy requirements. Ensure the Risk and Incident Management policies and procedures are implemented effectively in your service area. Ensure all necessary risks are escalated to your Divisional Lead, through your line manager, in a timely manner. Educate all staff and students on the standards and regulation (S.I.367) and their role in adhering to these. Continually monitor and improve the quality of the service, through observation and audit. The Person Be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) or have completed a Social Care Degree (Level 8 desirable) and be registered wtih CORU or near completion of registration with CORU. Meet the requirements of the Health Act (2007) Regulations (2013) with regard to the requirements of a Person in Charge. Have a strong working knowledge of HIQA Standards, the Health Act (2007) and associated Regulations and Guidance, and knowledge of national policies in the disability sector. Minimum 3 years experience in a management or supervisory role in the area of health or social care. 3-5 years' experience in the disability sector would be an advantage. A management qualification would be an advantage. Have excellent computer literacy and information technology skills. Possess excellent report writing skills. Have an up-to-date, valid Irish Driving Licence. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Applications are invited for the above full-time permanent positions. The Organisation: Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation providing comprehensive community-based services to people with intellectual disabilities in West Dublin, North Kildare and Meath. We support people with a wide range of support needs across residential settings, day services, supported independent living, job advocacy and vocational training. The successful candidate will Operate from two main sites at Palmerstown, and Balgaddy in Southwest Dublin, and several satellite day service centres throughout West Dublin and North Kildare with an initial assignment will be in Kilcloon, Co Meath. Purpose of the Post: The Creative Art Teacher will be responsible for teaching and inspiring individuals in a variety of art-related subjects. The role involves delivering high-quality lessons, fostering creativity, and encouraging learners to explore various mediums and techniques in visual arts. Candidates must meet the following criteria relevant to the role: Recognised qualification in art education or a relevant art degree (e.g., BA in Fine Art, BEd in Art Education). Registration with the Teaching Council of Ireland or eligibility for registration. Experience in teaching art is essential. Experience of working with people with intellectual disabilities is desirable. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Experience in using technology for teaching art (e.g., digital tools, graphic design software). Salary and qualifications are in accordance with Department of Health consolidated pay scales. Salary Scale is €40,521- €54,705 incl LSI per annum. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Applications are invited for the above position. The Organisation: Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation providing comprehensive community-based services to people with intellectual disabilities in the West Dublin area. We support people with a wide range of support needs across residential settings, day services, supported independent living, job advocacy and vocational training. Purpose of the Post: To provide a person-centered, evidence-based speech and language therapy service to Service Users in Stewarts Care. This incorporates the provision of Feeding, Eating, Drinking and Swallowing (FEDS) management and the provision of supports for Service Users' communication skills, using a variety of approaches. The post holder will work in conjunction with members of the multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of life of the Service Users of Stewarts Care. Candidates must meet the following criteria relevant to the role: Bachelor of Science in Clinical Speech and Language Studies from the University of Dublin or equivalent qualification. Professional Qualifications received outside the Republic of Ireland including the U.K must be validated by the Validation unit of CORU prior to commencement of employment. Registered with CORU as a Speech and Language Therapist Membership or eligibility for membership of the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists (IASLT). Minimum of three years satisfactory post qualification experience Excellent communication skills Evidence of the ability to achieve results through effective collaboration in a complex environment. Salary and qualifications are in accordance with Department of Health consolidated pay scales. Salary Scale is Speech and Language Therapist, Senior: €63,912-€75,254 per annum. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Applications are invited for the above part -time permanent position (18.75 hrs p/wk) The Organisation: Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation providing comprehensive community-based services to people with intellectual disability in the West Dublin area. We support people with a wide range of support needs across residential settings, day services, supported independent living, job advocacy and vocational training. Purpose of the Post: To effectively manage Designated Centres out of hours in Residential & Community homes. The role encompasses management of the provision of a high quality, person-centred service to residents and effective management of the staff team and resources. Candidates must meet the following criteria relevant to the role: Be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). Meet the requirements of the Health Act (2007) Regulations (2013) with regard to the requirements of a Person in Charge. Have a strong working knowledge of the HIQA Standards and Health Act (2007) and associated Regulations and Guidance, and knowledge of national policies in the disability sector. Have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a management or supervisory role in health or social care. Have excellent computer literacy and information technology skills. Possess excellent report writing skills. Have an up-to-date, valid Irish Driving Licence. Salary and qualifications are in accordance with Department of Health consolidated pay scales. CNM II scale €61,463 to €77,666 incl LSI per annum. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Applications are invited for the above full time permanent position Applicants for part-time roles will also be considered. The Organisation Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation providing comprehensive community-based services to people with intellectual disabilities in the Dublin area. We support people with a wide range of support needs across residential settings, day services, supported independent living, job advocacy and vocational training. Role Purpose To provide a person-centered, evidence-based speech and language therapy service as part of a multi-disciplinary team to young adults between the ages of 17.5 and 29.5 years across various day services in North Dublin. This incorporates the provision of Feeding, Eating, Drinking and Swallowing (FEDS) management and the provision of supports for communication skills, using a variety of approaches. The post holder will work in conjunction with members of the multidisciplinary young adult team (YAT) to enhance the quality of life of the people within the Young Adult Team service. Role requirements Bachelor of Science in Clinical Speech and Language Studies from the University of Dublin or equivalent qualification. Professional Qualifications received outside the Republic of Ireland including the U.K must be validated by the Validation unit of CORU prior to commencement of employment. Registered with CORU as a Speech and Language Therapist Membership or eligibility for membership of the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists (IASLT). Minimum of three years satisfactory post qualification experience Excellent communication skills Evidence of the ability to achieve results through effective collaboration in a complex environment. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Children's Disability Network Team Lead Agency Stewarts Care Applications are invited for the above position. Part Time Options may be considered. A panel will be formed from which other permanent or temporary posts may be filled. Role Purpose The Senior Psychologist will work as a member of the interdisciplinary team in collaboration with MDT colleagues providing services to children from 0-18 years and families who are accessing the Children's Disability Network Team. The Senior Psychologist will provide a range of psychological services as required in partnership with families and other members of the team including assessment, diagnostics, programme implementation and behavior management. Running parent training courses is included as part of the role. A senior psychologist will lead in key areas of service development, reporting to the CDNT manager. Professional clinical supervision will be provided. The Senior psychologist will be joining an existing team of psychologists within the team. The ability to manage and prioritize a busy caseload, and work in an inter-disciplinary way using a family centered practice approach are also keys requirements of the role. Supervision of staff grade psychologists and trainee psychologists may be required. It is an opportunity for the right candidate to develop their skills and be a positive influence on shaping services within the CDNT. Continuous Professional Development opportunities will be provided. Role requirements Essential Have a university degree or diploma (QQ1 level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1 st or 2 nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject. And 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. Application for this post must be inclusive of letter of validation. And 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. Demonstrate competence in the area of working with children with disabilities. Demonstrate an understanding of interdisciplinary working, family centred practice and a high standard of suitability for the proper discharge of the office. Desirable Experience providing clinical supervision to psychologists (staff grade) and/or the supervision of trainee clinical psychologists. Informal enquires are welcomed by: Mary Feely, Children's Disability Network Manager, (CDNT5) Tel or Salary and qualifications are in accordance with Department of Health consolidated pay scales: Senior Psychologist Scale €97,528-€114,638 incl LSI per annum. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Role Purpose The overall role and responsibility of the Social Care Worker is to enhance the lives of the Residents. To this aim the Social Care Worker must work effectively with all staff directly involved with the residents of Stewarts Care. The role of the Social Care Worker is to support the Person In Charge to ensure high quality care in accordance with HIQA standards as required to support strong governance of Designated Centre(s). Key Responsibilities Establish and maintain relationships with service users based on equality and respect. Ensure that service users receive the highest quality standards of education, training, development and care in accordance with the organisations policies. Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, national policies and legislation, HIQA standards and any other applicable standards/policies/legislation. Reporting to the Person in Charge on a regular basis on the effective operation in their work location. Support the Person in Charge to ensure high quality care in accordance with HIQA standards as required to support strong governance of Designated Centre(s) Act in such a manner as to ensure a safe and effective work and living environment. Ensure that the basic health care needs of the service user are being constantly met. Supervise or support any service user to carry out an activity as required. Encourage active participation of service user's family and friends in social activities both inside and outside of the house. Maintain full and effective communication with families and anyone else involved in supporting and caring for the service user. Develop contacts within the local community based on the interests of the service users that you support, encouraging community integration. Be a proactive advocate on behalf of the service users that you support. The Person CORU approved Level 7 Degree in Social Care or currently in the process of registering with CORU. Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to the values of Stewarts Care to improve the lives of our service. Ability to work on own initiative. Experience of working with people with complex need in a variety of different situations. Excellent organisational and communication skills. High initiative and integrity. Must have knowledge of all relevant legislation and HIQA standards and a proven ability to implement same. Excellent IT skills and report writing skills. Demonstrate a genuine interest in supporting the rights and needs of people with an intellectual disability. Ability to make clear and concise reports regarding service users, either verbally or in writing. High level of flexibility, a willingness and an ability to develop new approaches to their work as service users' needs change. A full clean driving licence is an advantage. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Role Purpose The overall role and responsibility of Care Staff is to enhance the lives of the Residents. To this aim Care Staff must work effectively with all staff directly involved with the residents of Stewarts Care. Care Staff are a member of the Resident Services team and deliver support in conjunction with the wider multidisciplinary team and other relevant stakeholders. Key Responsibilities To Supervise the residents in all aspects of daily life, have due regard for their safety and the safety of others, both on and off sections including outdoor activities in accordance with Stewarts Care Policy. To ensure that all efforts are made to cater for the physical and emotional needs of the residents to ensure the highest quality of care. To assist in the day to day running of sections so that each area is run in a manner that is in keeping with the highest professional standards and care. To assist in the training of residents and to observe and report on residents to nursing staff and other personnel directly involved with residents when requested. To assist in client assessment and programme implementation. To accompany residents to outside clinics, hospitals or other centres where they have been transferred for specialised treatment or care and to give a preliminary verbal report on returning to residence. To assist in the implementation of nursing treatment as directed. To assist in the induction of new Care Staff to the Residents and general routine. To accept delegated responsibility for residents when requested as directed by the Manager/Social Care Worker or Nurse in Charge. To attend In-service Training Programme and lectures educating on the development of service users. Attend Fire Prevention and Emergency Training Sessions and become conversant with them and to implement fire orders as per letter of appointment. Observe strictly the Code of Confidentiality. Maintain Hygiene and tidiness in area assigned to. Undertake training for the safe administration of medication. Administer medication in line with organisational policy. In the course of employment all employees may be required to support residents or day attenders in leisure activities including participating in activities in the swimming pool, cooking, cleaning and driving. The Person Candidates must demonstrate sufficient competency and professional knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. QQI Level 5 (Healthcare Support) or SKILL-VEC Level 5 or equivalent is desirable. One years' experience working in the area of disability is preferable. Excellent Communication Skills. Knowledge of HIQA, the Health Act 2007- 2013, Progressing Disability Services for children and young people, New Directions & Mental Health in Intellectual disability. Flexibility to work in all areas of Resident Services. Creativity (e.g., in using community resources, problem solving, supporting service user needs). Professional, accountable, good planning and time management skills. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Applications are invited for the above position. Part Time Options may be considered. A panel will be formed from which other permanent or temporary posts may be filled. Overview of the Post The Psychologist will join the well-established psychology department in CDNT 5 and work as a member of the interdisciplinary team in collaboration with MDT colleagues providing services to children from 0-18 years and families who are accessing the Children's Disability Network Team . The Psychologist will provide a range of psychological services as required in partnership with families and other members of the team including assessment, diagnostics, programme implementation and behavior management. Running parent training courses is included as part of the role. This is an excellent opportunity for a psychologist to develop their skills and help shape Children's disability services while supported through senior psychologists. The psychologist will report to the CDNT manager. Professional clinical supervision will be provided. The ability to manage and prioritize a busy caseload, and work in an inter-disciplinary way using a family centered practice approach are also keys requirements of the role. Continuous Professional Development opportunities will be provided. Essential Have a university degree or diploma (QQ1 level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1 st or 2 nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject. And 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. Application for this post must be inclusive of letter of validation. And Demonstrate competence in the area of working with children with disabilities. Demonstrate an understanding of interdisciplinary working, family centred practice and a high standard of suitability for the proper discharge of the office. Desirable Experience of working with Children with complex needs and their families. Experience delivering group work and parent training programmes. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Job Description Applications are invited for the above full-time permanent position. The Organisation Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation providing comprehensive community-based services to people with intellectual disabilities in the West Dublin area. We support people with a wide range of support needs across residential settings, day services, supported independent living, job advocacy and vocational training. Purpose of the Post To provide expertise, strategic leadership and operational management of the day services nursing team , through development of health management, wellbeing and health promotion services to individuals accessing day services. The Person Registered Nurse Intellectual Disability (RNID) with current NMBI registration. Possess a 3 rd level qualification at level 8 (Honours) Degree or higher. A minimum of five years post registration (of which two must be in the area of leadership and management area). Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development. A formal post registration qualification in the specialist area of Practice Nursing/Health promotion/Chronic disease management or a related area at Higher Diploma level or equivalent (level 9) on the NQAI framework would be an advantage. Salary and qualifications are in accordance with Department of Health consolidated pay scales. CNMII, scale €60,854 to €76,897 per annum for Nursing candidates To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
