1,500 home care jobs for Ireland as Dovida announces expansion plans

What jobs are available?

The roles will be a combination of full and part-time positions, offering competitive rates of pay, flexible schedules, and comprehensive, sector-leading training through the Home Care Professionals Academy.

A positive development in communites

Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke, welcomed the announcement at the launch of Dovida’s Midlands hub in Westmeath, saying, “This is a very positive development for communities across the country, particularly here in the Midlands. Carers play an essential role in society, supporting people to live independently and with dignity in their own homes. Dovida’s commitment to high-quality care and the creation of up to 1,500 jobs is a real boost – not only in terms of employment but also in the standard of support available to individuals and families. “I’d also like to welcome the launch of Dovida’s new branding, which marks an exciting new chapter for the company, and it’s great to see their continued investment in care, in people, and in local jobs.”

Speaking at the launch, Shane Jennings, CEO of Dovida Ireland, said: “This is an exciting time to join Dovida, and I am delighted to be able to make this announcement today. Our caregivers provide a vital service and make a tangible difference in the lives of people in communities all over Ireland.

“The need for care and support in the home is growing as our society ages and personalised home support services for people of all ages and abilities are preferred to residential care. With 20 years’ experience in Ireland, Dovida is uniquely positioned to meet the needs of an ever-diverse group of people. We are proud to be able to offer local jobs that empower people to live in their homes, connected to their families, friends, and communities.”

Expanding services

Dovida currently provides person-centred home care services to almost 8,000 people across Ireland. Historically, the majority of the organisation’s client base consisted of people in the over-65 age group. However, Dovida now cares for clients of all ages, with 10 per cent under 65, while children under 18 make up one per cent of people cared for.

Dovida’s services have adapted to the varied needs of its clients, and the company now provides services to support people living with an acquired brain injury, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and Motor Neurone Disease, as well as helping children and young adults with additional needs.

Danette Connolly, Director of Client Experience and Clinical Governance at Dovida, explains: “We continue to assist thousands of people every day with essentials such as helping people wash and dress, but we also support family carers with home-based respite, as well as helping people to get out and about, exercise, and take part in activities and hobbies.

“Our services have evolved to help people face emotional, physical and psychological challenges, whether from ageing, having experienced a life-changing accident or from living with a complex condition.

“People who need support from Dovida want to maintain autonomy over their life, to experience belonging, pursue happiness and find purpose. Our caregivers are key to ensuring that we can empower as many people as possible to do just that.”

Is care a rewarding career?

“We welcome applications from people from all walks of life and are committed to supporting them every step of the way. Caregiving is a rewarding career, and we look forward to growing our workforce so we can expand our services and empower more people to live fuller, more independent lives at home,” Shane Jennings concluded.