Clinical Nurse Specialist in Mental Health Intellectual Disability 37.50 hours per week,Permanent Contract Location: The provision of a person-centred service require the post holder to be flexible in terms of work location and provide supports that may be clinic based, domiciliary, day service-based, or other setting depending on the needs of the particular case. Role Description: The CNS MHID is a member of Cheeverstown MDT team providing direct specialist nursing care to individuals with dual diagnosis of Intellectual Disability and mental health diagnosis. Eligibility criteria Qualifications: Be a registered RNID or RPN on the NMBI register of Nurses and Midwives in which the application is being made or in exceptional circumstances, which will be assessed on a case-by-case basis be registered in another Division of the register of Nurses and Midwives. A minimum of three years post registration (of which two must be in the specialised MHID area) Have undertaken formal recognised post registration education in the specialist area of Mental Health, Positive behaviour support or a related area at Higher Diploma level or equivalent (level 8) on the NQAI framework. Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development. Possess an in-depth knowledge and understanding of mental health and the various healthcare needs of people with Intellectual Disability. Full clean driving licence and access to a car. Desirable: Experience of working as part of a team and commitment to building on their role in a community and social based model. Have the ability to enable and support people to achieve their goals through quality person centred services. Good organisational skills. Strong interest and ability in providing social supports to maximise each persons quality of life and enable them to have a meaningful day every day. Salary will be reflective of qualifications and level of experience as partof the HSE consolidated salary scales. For a detailed job description:Please email The closing date for receipt of applications is:Monday 24th March 2025 CHEEVERSTOWN HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Skills: Clinical Nurse Specialist Negotiable Permanent