The post holder will support and advise the Hospital Manager on the implementation of the Assisted Decision-making (Capacity) Act 2015 (ADMCA) and the HSE National Consent Policy. The Post holder will support the Hospital Manager to promote a strong ADMCA working culture and work closely with the HSE National Office for Human Rights and Equality Policy in the roll out of the new legislation and the development of guidance and promotion of ADMCA in a wider context. Their role is to lead out on education and training developments in the area of ADMCA and the HSE National Consent Policy in the Hospital and the context of the implementation of an education programme for the existing ADMCA and structures. Taking the lead on quality and practice matters and other related service developments/initiatives in the area of ADMCA and the HSE National Consent Policy Audit and measurement for improvement will be an integral component of this role. Participation and contribution to the governance structures established at Hospital Group level to support ADMCA and implementation of the National Consent Policy is essential. They are integral to developing guidance, support materials, tools, acute to community care pathways at local level that comply with standards, legislation and guidelines from the National. They will be responsible for overseeing all Hospital DMR applications and support and guide completion of family DMR applications at local level that aid to promote best practice and care for those accessing Connolly Hospital services. Auditing practice and implementing new structures to aid quality improvement initiatives will be a focus of this role to optimise patient centred care and a rights based culture so that people are treated with fairness, respect, dignity, equality and participate as fully as possible in decisions about their care and support.

The Salary scale for the post is as at: 01/02/2026

€81,102 €83,451 €87,118 €90,783 €94,447 €99,491

Location of the post:

The current vacancy is a permanent, whole-time post.   

HSE Dublin North and East Region

Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15

A panel may be created from this campaign for Assisted Decision-Making Lead Principal Social Worker, Connolly Hospital from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled.

Informal Enquiries
We welcome enquires for the role:
Ailbhe Kelly, Interim COO – coo.chb@hse.ie

Recruitment Queries:
For any queries relating to the recruitment process, please email hr.connolly@hse.ie

Candidates must have at the latest date of application:

Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc.

1. i) Be registered on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU.

                                                        And

1. ii) Have 5 years full time (or an aggregate of 5 years full time) relevant post qualification experience.

                                                        And

iii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.

1. iv) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued.

Annual Registration

1. i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU.

                                                And

1. ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).

Health

A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Character

The candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.

The following point may be used for the purpose of shortlisting, therefore, it is important that your application clearly demonstrates how your knowledge and experience meets both the eligibility and post specific points.

• Demonstrate your depth and breadth of social work experience as relevant to the role
• Demonstrate your knowledge of ADMCA and application to acute care practices

Additional Documentation:

CHB Principal Social Worker ADM lead job spec

CHB Additional Campaign Information Booklet