Dovida to create 60 home care jobs in midlands

Expanding their base in the midlands, home care provider Dovida  have launched a new recruitment campaign, and are creating 60 new caregiver roles to help support people to live independently at home and stay connected to their family, friends, and communities.

The new roles will be a mix of flexible and fixed-hour positions; full-time hours are available for those who would like them.

“In our experience, a lot of people like the flexibility the job offers,” Lorraine McLaughlin, general  manager of Dovida Midlands, said.

“These roles are particularly popular with people whose children are returning to school or starting school for the first time and those who have other commitments such as studying,” she added.

The 20-year-old company have more than 4,000 skilled caregivers to provide a wide range of home care and support services. They focus on a person-centred approach, as caregivers build meaningful connections with their clients and empower them to live fuller, more independent lives.

Dovida Midlands are hosting a careers and coffee morning at the Radisson Hotel, Athlone, on Thursday,September 10 (10am-2pm). Anyone interested can visit dovida.ie or call 1800 911 020 to find out more and apply.

“We’re looking forward to meeting people on the day to talk to them about the benefits of joining our team and help them get started with their application if they decide caregiving is a good fit for them,” Lorraine said.

Susan Corkery, a Dovida caregiver for almost 20 years, advised anyone considering a career in caregiving to go for it. “I loved it from the word go. The friendships you make and the relationships you build with clients are incredible. There's nothing like it,” she added.

For Emma McGrath, Dovida’s Caregiver of the Year 2026, being a caregiver is a rewarding experience. “Every day is different, and I love being a caregiver. The first day I started, I just knew it was for me.

"We look after the most vulnerable people in our community, and some days  I’m the only person they have, so it means the world to me to be able to bring some joy and connection to their lives,” she said.