The homelessness sector in Ireland is still in as critical condition as before, with over 15,580 people, including 4,775 children, relying on emergency accommodation, reported by Simon for April 2025.
With homelessness at an all-time high, the demand for skilled, compassionate, and emotionally resilient professionals has never been greater.
But, approaching recruitment for the sector requires more than just rapidly filling roles with healthcare professionals, it requires the assistance of a recruitment team with the knowledge, experience, humanity and care to deliver the best outcomes for those facing some of their most challenging times.
Why Recruitment in This Sector is Different
In our experience, as a long-standing healthcare recruitment supplier within the sector, we’ve seen firsthand the power of the right person in the right role.
It calls for more than a CV match. It requires recruiters who understand the nuanced emotional landscape of the sector. That means having the knowledge, experience, and empathy to identify individuals who can truly make a difference.
Finding The Right Professionals
Direct service providers are the sector’s backbone, becoming a lifeline for those who need it most.
Their work within the sector extends far beyond assisting with basic needs. They are listeners, advocates, protectors, and stabilising forces for those navigating the most vulnerable periods of their lives.
Our focus is on sourcing professionals who can manage extensive duties & responsibilities, including, but not limited to:
- Practical & Emotional Assistance
- Advocacy
- Supervision
- Case Management
But also, finding those with skills that go beyond a CV:
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Patience
- Empathy
- Emotional Resilience
For us, it’s about discovering professionals with tactical, hands-on experience but also empathy, understanding and a well-practised set of soft skills that we know can make a difference to the lives of those in crisis.
Partnership with a Difference
Our goal is to continue collaborating with the services that voice, support and advocate for Social Housing and the Homeless Sector, providing reliable, trustworthy and most importantly, empathetic recruitment solutions.
We don’t just know recruitment — we know this sector intimately. We understand:
- The urgency of filling roles without compromising on quality
- The burnout risk in frontline homelessness services
- The human impact of getting it wrong — or right
As your dedicated recruitment partner with a deep-rooted understanding of the sector and its growing demands, we are on hand to provide you with the staffing you need to facilitate your organisation’s mission.
Whether you need emergency temporary staff, consistent long-term professionals, or ongoing agency support, we’re here to support you as your strategic partner.
The homelessness sector is made up of extraordinary people doing extraordinary work. Our mission is to support yours by delivering recruitment solutions that match your standards, your culture, and your urgency.
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