Support Worker
Service: Knocklee House
Location: Tralee, Kerry
Duration: Indefinite Duration
Hours: 40 hours per week
Post Reference No: HR260505
Published: 13th May 2026
Application Closing Date: 26th May 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.
This is an eight-bed facility supporting clients with varying needs. Situated in a quasi-rural setting, it permits clients time and space to address their issues. The service accepts referrals from various homeless services in Kerry, particularly the Kerry Homeless Information Centre. In Knocklee House there is an emphasis on providing support and accommodation for people who are homeless with mental health issues. .
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 Health Care or related allied health professions, minimum level 5 (full major award).
- Experience in working with people who are vulnerable or marginalised.
- Ability to understand complex needs of vulnerable clients and provide services that foster dignity, respect and independence.
- Administration skills for record keeping and report writing and computer literacy.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
- 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 recruitment@novas.ie
