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St John Of God Services in Monavalley
ST John of God Kerry Services are currently recruiting for new positions to meet the increasing needs of people across the county.
Saint John of God Kerry Services provides a range of programmes and services for adults and children with an intellectual disability throughout the Kerry region.
A person-centred approach to service delivery is promoted in accordance with the Organisation’s values and ethos and in keeping with its commitment to the continuing development of community based services.
If you are looking for a new exciting challenge and share best practice, the following roles might be of interest. Applications are invited for the following posts within our Services supporting adults and children with an intellectual disability.
Care Assistants
(Full Time/ Part Time Permanent /6 Month Relief / & Specified purpose Contracts)
The successful candidate requires:
• Certificate in Healthcare Support at FETAC Level 5.
• He/She supports and assists in all activities of daily living in line with the needs and wishes of the individual as outlined in an agreed care plan.
• Acting as an advocate for residents and promoting social interaction with the community.
• Demonstrate excellent communication (both verbal and written), organisational skills, flexibility and commitment.
• Must have a full clean driver’s licence for a manual vehicle, D licence would be an advantage.
Informal enquiries to Rose Kelliher, 064-6644133
Staff Nurses
(Full Time/Part Time Permanent & Specified Purpose Contracts)
The successful candidate requires:
• RGN/RNMH/RNID qualifications or other suitable nursing qualifications and to be a Staff Nurse on the current register as maintained by An Bord Altranais.
• 1 – 2 years relevant experience of supporting people with an intellectual disability is an advantage.
• Relevant experience of working with people who have behaviours that challenge is an advantage.
• Demonstrate excellent communication (both verbal and written), organisational skills, flexibility and commitment.
• Must have a full clean driver’s licence for a manual vehicle, D licence would be an advantage.
Informal enquiries to Catherine Hunt, 064-6644133
Social Care Workers
(Full Time/Part Time Permanent/ Specified Purpose Contracts)
The successful candidate requires:
• Diploma in Social Care/Diploma in Applied Social Studies/Social Care
• 1- 2 years’ experience working with individuals with an Intellectual Disability (Desirable)
• Flexible and excellent communication skills
• Initiative, motivation and enthusiasm
• Commitment to the development and delivery of a person centred programme.
• Experience of supporting people presenting with challenging behaviour.
• Must have a full clean driver’s licence for a manual vehicle, D licence would be an advantage.
Informal enquiries to Michael Costello, 064-6644133
Please note that salaries are paid in line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales.
If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, competencies and experience for any of the above roles, please forward a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae (explaining any gaps) to the Human Resources department by email to sjogkerry.recruitment@sjog.ie.
Please state the role that you are applying for in the subject line.
Interviewing Immediately for all positions
Applicants may be shortlisted based on the information supplied in the Curriculum Vitae.
A panel may be formed from this campaign from which further vacancies which may arise during the lifetime of the panel will be filled.
Saint John of God Community Services CLG is an equal opportunities employer.
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