Community Care Team Lead

Corlann; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Corlann – West Region provides community-based, person-centred services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, focusing on opportunities for ordinary life experiences and family connections.

The role of CMN1/Social Care Leader involves day-to-day management of the integrated service, ensuring HIQA standards and Personal Outcome Measures are met, while developing staff and supporting individuals toward valued life outcomes.

Qualifications

• A relevant 3rd level qualification in the Social Care or Health Sector e.g. Nursing qualification and current Live Register Certificate from NMBI or Social Care qualification and be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by CORU Or Be eligible under Section 91 route for registration in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by CORU (evidence of application status necessary)
• An appropriate Health Management qualification is desirable (QQI Level 6). On appointment, if not held, must undertake to complete an appropriate management course within a specified time-frame.
• Previous experience of effectively managing a staff team and demonstrating proven ability to pro-actively lead, motivate, empower and achieve results through people is an advantage.
• A minimum of three 3 years’ post qualification experience, working with people with an Intellectual Disability is essential.
• Demonstrate a clear commitment to community integration and active citizenship for all people with disabilities with experience in the area of human rights and advocacy.
• Experience of working in the area of autism and behaviours of concern would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• The CMN1/Social Care Leader will manage the day-to-day organisation of an integrated service providing day service support.
• Provide leadership in the development of the service in line with Personal Outcomes Measures, HIQA standards, new directions and future service requirements.
• Ensure the life of each individual reflects the Organisation's core values and supports development in dignity, independence, relationships and community integration.
• Lead, motivate and support staff to deliver person-centred services and protect the wellbeing of those supported.

Skills

Excellent leadership skills

Public Sector

CORU or NMBI registered

Excellent communication &Interpers

Social Care Leader/CNMI

Education

3rd level qualification in Social Care/Health

Health Management qualification (QQI Level 6) desirable

Job description

Corlann – West Region provides community-based, person-centred services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, focusing on opportunities for ordinary life experiences and family connections.

The role of CMN1/Social Care Leader involves day-to-day management of the integrated service, ensuring HIQA standards and Personal Outcome Measures are met, while developing staff and supporting individuals toward valued life outcomes.