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Location: Dunboyne Nursing Home, Waynestown
Evergreen Care is a healthcare organisation providing long‑ and short‑term residential care and services. Though our primary focus is older person care, we also attend to other individuals who need residential care. Since the new management structure was introduced in December 2020, Evergreen Care operates 12 nursing homes nationwide, all dedicated to creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident.
About The Role
We seek motivated, energetic and highly committed individuals who want to enrich the lives of residents through thoughtful, diverse activities. The role involves planning, organizing, and delivering a broad range of activities that meet the spiritual, recreational and leisure needs of residents.
Role & Responsibilities
* Promote high standards of care by focusing on and managing residents’ individual spiritual, recreational and leisure needs.
* Plan and arrange a varied activity programme in collaboration with the Nurse Manager, including arts and crafts, baking, flower arranging, card games, bingo, exercise sessions, hand massage, nail care, sensory rooms and attendance at religious services.
* Initiate and assist in the planning and execution of all events, such as birthday parties, celebrations and seasonal events, and be present during these events.
* Organise and maintain all standard activities on a daily basis, actively promoting a resident‑focused environment and implementing special activities as requested or deemed of interest to residents.
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to deliver activity programmes to a range of people.
* Work well in a team and liaise with other staff, volunteers and residents.
Applicants Must Be
* Energetic and enthusiastic.
* Highly committed to enriching the lives of residents.
* Excellent organisational, communication and time‑management skills.
* Desirable experience working in a health/social care environment.
* Committed to undertaking further training.
* Hold a valid EU/UK or Irish driver’s licence with access to a vehicle.
Why Choose Us
* Competitive hourly rate.
* Flexible work schedule.
* A unique, friendly, and caring work environment.
* Meals provided on shifts of 8 hours or more.
* Free on‑site parking.
* Fantastic training and career development opportunities.
Benefits
* Bike‑to‑work scheme.
Schedule
* 8‑hour shift.
Closing Date: Wednesday 19th November, 2025
Contract Type: Full‑time, Permanent
Salary: Based on Experience
Position is subject to Garda vetting and reference checks. Evergreen Care is an equal‑opportunity employer.
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