{"id":221879,"date":"2026-01-05T16:18:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T16:18:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/221879\/"},"modified":"2026-01-05T16:18:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T16:18:10","slug":"new-year-jobs-boost-for-limerick-as-home-care-provider-announces-expansion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/221879\/","title":{"rendered":"New Year jobs boost for Limerick as Home Care provider announces expansion"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.live95fm.ie\/news\/live95-news\/\" class=\"c-btn c-btn--small c-btn--secondary-fill\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>        All Live95 News<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aiir-c-news-figure__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/634e4ae05e7e0.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><br \/>\n                                    Getty Images<\/p>\n<p class=\"aiir-c-news-article__abstract\">\n            The provider currently employs over 4,000 caregivers nationwide.\n        <\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">Limerick\u2019s home care sector is set for a significant boost this January as home care provider Dovida has announced a major recruitment drive for 2026.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Following a period of substantial growth over the last twelve months, the company is looking to expand its Limerick team to meet the surging demand for home-based support services across the city and county.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">The provider, which currently employs over 4,000 caregivers nationwide, says the move comes as more people opt for personalised home support over traditional residential care.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">According to Dovida, the new roles are aimed at both experienced healthcare professionals and those looking to transition into the sector from industries like retail or hospitality.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\">Local Impact<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\">Brian O\u2019Sullivan, General Manager for Dovida Limerick, highlighted that many successful caregivers come from non-medical backgrounds. &#8220;Many of our team joined us from customer service or retail because they wanted work that fits their lifestyle while giving back to the community,&#8221; O\u2019Sullivan said.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\">He also noted that many locals find their way into the profession after caring for family members and realising they have a passion for the work.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\">Flexibility for Staff<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\">In an effort to attract a diverse range of applicants, the company is offering flexible scheduling, including part-time, full-time, and fixed-hour contracts of at least 25 hours per week.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\">The roles are also open to those on social welfare seeking specific hours or individuals on General Work Permits.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\">Shane Jennings, Dovida Ireland CEO, emphasised the importance of local care: &#8220;We are proud to offer local jobs that empower people to live in their homes, connected to their families, friends, and communities here in Limerick.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\">Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the Dovida careers portal or contact their local office to explore the training and progression pathways available for the 2026 intake.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/onic-player\/id6747436925?ppid=49bb71e2-4823-448e-b0e8-311158962de3\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/68da98f76f434.png\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\n  \u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"All Live95 News Getty Images The provider currently employs over 4,000 caregivers nationwide. 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