Team Leader
Service: STA Services (TEP & McGarry House)
Location: Limerick
Duration: Fixed-term contract until 31st December 2026
Hours: 40 hours
Post Reference No: HR260203
Published: 9th January 2026
Application Closing Date: 23rd February 2026
Interview Date: 3rd March 2026
NOVAS is a not for profit organisation and Approved Housing Body. We work with single adults, couples and families who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. We provide a range of support services and accommodation. We have over 300 staff, and more than 30 services in Limerick, Dublin, Clare, Kerry, Cork and Tipperary including residential homeless services, social housing and community based services for tenancy sustainment, homelessness prevention, mental health and recovery.
NOVAS Limerick STA services work in collaboration with the Limerick Homeless Action Team in response to the increasing number of adults seeking homeless accommodation in Limerick city. The service provides temporary accommodation for single adults. Clients who present to the service are often at risk of rough sleeping. It provides a safe, warm and dry place for people to sleep on a nightly basis, while longer term accommodation is secured.
NOVAS is a Trauma Informed practice organisation and the principles of collaboration, diversity, respect and trust are embedded in our way of working together. Our services are provided through support of our partners in local government through the Local Authorities, HSE, and other donors and funders
Desirable Skills and Knowledge (Please see Job Description for complete Person Specification)
- Professional Qualification in Social Care or related allied health professions, minimum level 7 (full major award) or eligibility to register with CORU as a Social Care Worker.
- One-year experience in working with people who are homeless or other social care groups.
- Strong administration skills for record keeping and report writing and computer literacy.
- Ability to provide services that foster and enhance the dignity, development, and independence of the individual.
- Have an understanding of care and case management protocols including care planning, needs assessment, risk management & assessment, incident management & prevention and key working.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
- Understanding of the needs of vulnerable people who are homeless, with focus on the specific needs of people with complex needs.
- Knowledge of and a commitment to equal opportunities.
- Full drivers’ licence and use of own car.
We offer a competitive benefit package including 26 days annual leave pro rata, access to further education supports and contributory pension.
If you would like to work for NOVAS, an application form and job description can be found on the careers section of our website https://novas.ie/careers-with-novas/. If you require any further information or wish to submit a completed application form, please email tracey.mccarthy@novas.ie
