We are hiring!! Receptionist for the Cork Deaf Association Community Employment Programme 19.5 hrs A Community Employment Participant is needed by Cork Deaf Association to caretake their premises in McCurtain Street. Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department. You can register your interest by selecting the ‘Register your interest’ button or you can contact a case ..read more

WE ARE HIRING! Receptionist for the Cork Deaf Association Community Employment Programme 19.5 hrs LEARN IRISH SIGN LANGUAGE AS PART OF THE ROLE! Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department. Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form. Job Description Duties: This is a developmental opport ..read more

4-5 October 2024     “CODA culture and identity” We are delighted to hear that a CODA Festival is coming to Cork to celebrate the culture and identity of children of deaf adults, 4-5 Oct 2024. The exciting event is being run by the Institute of Social Sciences in the 21st Century (ISS21) at University College Cork, who are currently inviting CODA artists and performers to submit their work for consideration. Artists, performers, readers, poets, storytellers and workshop facilitators from Ireland, the United Kingdom and all other countries are welcome to submit their work. The call is ..read more

The Cork Deaf Association launched its Strategic Plan 2023-2028 during one of the most significant weeks of the year for the global Deaf Community. The launch was just one of the many events taking place throughout Ireland and the rest of the world during International Week of Deaf People from 18th – 24th September. This annual initiative aims to recognise and celebrate the Deaf Community and Deaf Culture. CDA chose this special week for its Strategic Plan launch to underline its commitment to people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing in Cork. The desperate need for increased supports and servi ..read more

About Cork Deaf Association: Cork Deaf Association provides specialist services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing people and advocates for an inclusive society with equality of opportunity and full participation for all. Role: Executive Officer Location: Cork Deaf Association, 5 MacCurtain Street Cork. Contract: Permanent Hours per week: 14 hours a week Salary: Commensurate with experience in line with HSE Clerical Grade IV Awareness of deaf issues and Irish Sign Language is an advantage Please send completed application form to Elaine Hopkins, Finance Manager, Cork Deaf Association, 5, M ..read more

The Two Norries are linking up with the Cork Deaf Association for a very special podcast on Saturday 10th December in acknowledgement of National Irish Sign Language Day.  The Two Norries, who have emerged as one of Ireland’s premier sources of insightful information on a broad range of social issues, will be speaking to Dr. John Bosco Conama.  Dr. Conama is a member of the Deaf Community and the director for the Centre for Deaf Studies at Trinity College, Dublin.  The video of the podcast, complete with Irish Sign Language interpretation, will be aired on December 14th, which i ..read more

The Cork Deaf Association is offering free hearing tests on Monday 17th October as part of Cork Hard of Hearing Awareness Week, which takes place between 17th and 21st October.  Other activities taking place during the week include a lipreading taster class, an assistive technology demonstration evening and an outreach information stand at Wilton shopping centre. Hard of Hearing Awareness Week aims to promote awareness of the impact of hearing loss and encourage Hard of Hearing people to seek support.  Approximately 250,000 people in Ireland have a significant hearing loss.  Sad ..read more

The Cork Deaf Association is currently developing a new Strategic Plan.  This will help us to set goals for the future and make sure we are providing the supports and services that are most needed.  We would very much welcome your input. Please fill out the survey before Friday 19th August to give your comments and feedback.  Your input can help us to shape CDA’s future.   Cork Deaf Association Strategic Planning Service Users & Members Survey   The post STRATEGIC PLAN SERVICE USER FEEDBACK WANTED! appeared first on Cork Deaf ..read more

Living with COVID 19 WE ARE OPEN!! May 2022 Service user and staff safety is our priority in Cork Deaf Association.  In line with the current Government Guidelines on living and working with Covid-19, we have made some changes to our building and staff rotas as part of creating a safer environment. We are delighted to be returning to supporting the community through our various services. Our Office opening hours are as follows: Monday 9am – 5pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) Tuesday 9am – 5pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) Wednesday 9am – 5pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) Thursday 9am – 5pm (closed for lu ..read more

Part Time Receptionist/Clerical Officer (14 hours a week) Closing date for applications:   January 9th 2021. About Cork Deaf Association: Cork Deaf Association provides specialist services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing people and advocates for an inclusive society with equality of opportunity and full participation for all. Role: Receptionist/Clerical Officer Location: Cork Deaf Association, 5 MacCurtain Street Cork (the successful candidate may be required to work from home on occasion in line with Covid-19 guidelines.) Contract Duration: Permanent Hours per week:  ..read more