Responsible for: Provision of Psychiatric Nursing Services in MQI Riverbank, Open Access Service
Objective:
To promote mental health recovery and enhance the quality of life for service users.
To work as part of the team in delivering a quality mental health service for individuals living in homelessness.
Overview:
This is a wonderful opportunity for a mental health nurse to be part of an established clinical team developing a unique service aimed at improving the lives and mental health of people experiencing homelessness and addiction. It is an opportunity to work alongside the wider Merchants Quay team, both clinical and non-clinical, and other professionals working within the sector to develop much-needed recovery-focused support programs for this vulnerable group of people in Irish society.
This role offers flexible working hours.
Main Responsibilities:
* Work as part of the Merchants Quay Ireland team to develop and implement mental health services and programs for clients within this unique service.
* Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized client, person centred care programs
* Act as an advocate for clients, provide information to empower them in decision making, goal setting and problem solving to optimize their chance of recovery.
* Develop and implement a recovery-based program to support clients into long term mental health
* recovery and out of homelessness (WRAP – Wellness, Recovery Action Plan)
* Participate in the development of protocols and guidelines, and the setting of professional nursing
* standards.
* Contribute to, implement, monitor and review the development of risk assessments for clients
* Have a working knowledge of The Mental Health Act as it applies to the role as well as an understanding of The National Drug Strategy.
* Provide education and information to clients and their families as required.
* Developing, in consultation with clients, flexible and achievable care plans which are person centred and adhere to agreed guidelines.
* Onward referral for service users as required and relevant to their identified goals
* Relevant administrative work such as up-to-date case notes, and monthly reporting.
Note: 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 of Registered Psychiatric Nurse.
Qualifications:
* Required: The candidate must be registered in the Psychiatric Division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board Ireland (NMBI).
* Desirable:
o Understanding of the issues faced by clients living in homelessness with mental health and/or addiction issues.
o Experience managing a caseload of service users with complex needs.
Compensation:
* Salary: €39105 to 43565 depending on relevant experience.
* Hours: 37.5 hours full-time.
* Days: Monday to Sunday.
* Location: Merchants Quay Ireland Riverbank, Open Access Service.
Employer Benefits:
* Fulfilling and Challenging Work
* Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity, Adoptive, Force Majeure, and Compassionate Leave)
* Competitive Salaries
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Sick Pay Scheme
* Educational Assistance (Study and Examination Leave, Scholarship Foundation)
* Death In Service (from commencement of employment)
* Minimum 23 Days Annual Leave
* Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (after 6 months)
* Flexible Working Arrangements
Application Process:
If you are interested in this exciting role, please click the link below to apply by the 31/10/2025 :
Additional Information:
* Management reserves the right to amend or change this job description as required.
* This position is subject to Garda Clearance and background checks.
* Merchants Quay Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI):
Merchants Quay Ireland is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that values and respects all individuals.
We believe in the strength that diversity brings to our team and are dedicated to promoting equality of opportunity and fostering a culture of inclusion.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and strive to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and free from bias.
Our commitment to EDI is reflected in our policies and practices, ensuring a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.