Horizons recruiting staff for children's and adult respite services in Cork
Horizons, an organization supporting people with intellectual disabilities and additional needs, says it is hiring across a range of respite-care roles to meet growing demand in Cork city and county. The posts cover roles from social care workers to clinical nurse managers. Horizons emphasizes a person-centred approach and partnerships with families and local communities.
What’s happening
Horizons (formerly the Cope Foundation) is recruiting for multiple respite-care roles to expand services for children and adults. The roles include social care workers, care assistants, staff nurses and clinical nurse managers. The organisation says it serves more than 3,000 people across more than 120 locations in Cork city and surrounding areas.
Who is affected
The recruitment targets current and potential staff who will work directly with people who have intellectual disabilities and other needs such as autism. Families and local communities may be supported by these respite services, and the expansion could affect how often and where services are available in Cork city and county.
Practical next steps for job seekers and stakeholders
Job seekers should consider roles ranging from frontline care to management and nursing leadership. Interested applicants can review the organisation’s listings and apply to join Horizons’ respite teams. For families and service users, expect continued access to respite options as capacity grows; check with local Horizons locations for availability and scheduling changes.
Limits and questions to consider
The available information confirms recruitment activity and the scale of Horizons’ service footprint in Cork, but does not specify locations, salary bands, or qualification requirements for each role. If you need precise details (e.g., entry requirements, shifts, or application timelines), contact Horizons directly or visit the linked source.
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