Person In Charge - Mountbellew

TN Ireland; Mountbellew; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ireland is seeking a Person in Charge (PIC) to oversee the effective provision of services to adults with disabilities. The role involves managing a residential service, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have significant management experience and a relevant health qualification. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a management role in health or social care.
• Proven experience managing a residential service meeting quality and legislative standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the general running of the designated centre.
• Manage and monitor the centre's budget, including staffing and expenditure.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulations.

Skills

Management

Supervision

Budget Management

Communication

Education

Level 7 health-related qualification

Job description

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Client:

Ability West

Location:

Mountbellew, Ireland

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Ability West provides a wide range of high-quality services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism across Galway City and County. Services include day services, residential care, short breaks, community support, rehabilitative training, and multi-disciplinary support. Our ethos is grounded in our Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Strategic Plan, aiming to empower people with disabilities to live self-directed lives in an inclusive society. Each individual is supported and valued in an environment that promotes autonomy, health, and well-being, enabling them to reach their potential.

Overview of Role

• The Person in Charge (PIC) is responsible for the effective provision and operation of services to adults within a designated Ability West service, including residential and short break respite services.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, national legislation including the Health Act 2007, and HIQA regulations.
• The role includes duties of the Person in Charge for the designated centre.
• Manage and monitor the annual budget, including staffing and expenditure, ensuring operation within approved budgets.

Purpose of Role

The purpose of this role is to ensure that the group home/respite service operates in accordance with Ability West's Strategic Plan, policies, procedures, national legislation, and regulations, providing a home-like environment and reporting regularly to the Area Service Manager.

Key Duties

• Oversee the general running of the designated centre.
• Ensure residents are provided with a homely atmosphere, and their health and recreational needs are met.
• Build respectful and equal relationships with individuals, promoting independence.
• Manage and monitor the centre's budget, including staffing and expenditure.
• Collaborate with the Finance Department on budget development supporting operational plans.
• Ensure proper management of residents' personal finances with safeguards in place.
• Create an environment encouraging personal development and independence.
• Use person-first language in all communication.
• Ensure full compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Develop and implement person-centred programmes tailored to individual needs and aspirations.
• Liaise with staff, professionals, and visitors, ensuring respectful and tactful interactions.
• Maintain a safe environment through adherence to health and safety policies and risk management systems.
• Encourage community participation and awareness of the service.
• Keep records and submit reports as required.
• Complete HR tasks weekly, log incidents promptly, and handle correspondence and reports.
• Undertake driving duties if qualified.
• Oversee medication management in line with policies.
• Prepare rosters and manage staffing within budget and support needs.
• Supervise staff, ensuring professional standards, training, and development.

The list of key duties is not exhaustive.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a management or supervisory role in health or social care.
• Possess a Level 7 or higher health-related qualification on the QQI framework in nursing, social care, or health science.
• NMBI registration.
• Proven experience managing a residential service meeting quality and legislative standards.
• Proven track record in budget management.
• Experience in report writing, personal support plans, and staff roster management.
• Full current driving license.
• Excellent knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements.