_As part of Saint John of God Community Services, Dublin South East
provides a network of education, training, employment, respite and
community living supports to children and adults with intellectual
disabilities in South Dublin._
STAFF NURSE
CHILDREN?S RESPITE SERVICE
PERMANENT FULL TIME
We are recruiting for the above position providing support to children
with intellectual disabilities in our Children?s Respite Services,
Angel?s Quest.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who?s passionate about
young children and interested in providing opportunities for children
with ID to develop their full potential in a compassionate and child
centred environment.
Sometimes families need a break and sometimes children need a chance
to play with their friends and have a sleepover or a holiday. We have
a purpose built children?s respite centre on our campus in
Glenageary, providing a welcome break for families, and fun and
development for children. This is a hugely rewarding role for someone
interested in working in a dynamic yet hospitable service.
This post provides therapeutic interventions, practical support, and
nursing support where appropriate to meet the needs of the individual
children/young people.
This post provides day and evening respite Monday to Thursday and
**Apply on the website** hour respite Friday, Saturday and Sundays.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:
* Be on the current register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of
Ireland and preferably RNID trained
* Assessments for non-nursing personnel may be part of this role
* Have a strong interest and /or experience in working with children
with an intellectual disability and their families.
* Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal, organisational
and initiative skills.
* Understanding of POMS, Advocacy, Human Rights and Risk Management
concepts.
* Have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of National Standards
for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities and
relevant legislation pertinent to support of children.
* Demonstrate sound knowledge and social model practice in support
of children;
* Full clean driving licence and willingness to drive as part of
role is essential; allowances may be made if candidates agree to
achieve this within 6 months of employment
If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, competencies and
experience to bring to this role, please forward your letter of
application along with your Curriculum Vitae by email only to **Apply
on the website** quoting REF:AQNURSEMAY**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
INFORMAL ENQUIRIES TO SHARON MACKESSY ? TEL: **Apply on the
website** **Apply on the website**
CLOSING DATE: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**ST MAY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Shortlisting will apply.
_SAINT JOHN OF GOD COMMUNITY SERVICES LIMITED IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER._
_WE OPERATE HSE (HEALTH SERVICE EXECUTIVE) FUNDED SERVICES ACROSS
INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY, ADULT MENTAL HEALTH AND CHILD AND ADOLESCENT
PSYCHIATRY._
_HOSPITALITY COMPASSION EXCELLENCE JUSTICE RESPECT_
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
