Head of Residential Disability Services

INOU; Prosperous; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction process

Extensive training programme

Ongoing mentoring and support

Continuous Professional Development

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary with increments

40 hour week

27 days Annual Leave

Sick Leave benefit

Maternity Leave benefit

Christmas Gift Card

HIQA Inspection Gift Card

Service based recognition awards

€500 refer a friend initiative

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike-to-Work Scheme

Free onsite Car Parking

Job summary

Talbot Group in Prosperous, County Kildare is seeking a Person in Charge (PIC) to lead the residential disability service and ensure the highest standard of care for residents. The role includes management of staff, policy implementation, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will mentor the team, coordinate with a multi-disciplinary group, maintain up-to-date care plans, and promote residents’ independence and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• A QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care or a degree in another relevant Allied Healthcare discipline.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a management or supervisory role in health or social care.
• Qualification in Health or Social Care management (minimum level 6 on the NFQ).
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall management of the service and staff.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA standards and Talbot Group policies.
• Report and respond to complaints per organisational procedures.
• Provide mentorship, supervision, appraisals and team meetings.
• Coordinate appointments with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Maintain high quality of life for residents via person-centred plans and risk assessments.
• Support residents in exercising choice and control and maintaining relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care

Degree in allied healthcare discipline

Job description

Talbot Group in Prosperous, County Kildare is seeking a Person in Charge (PIC) to lead the residential disability service and ensure the highest standard of care for residents. The role includes management of staff, policy implementation, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will mentor the team, coordinate with a multi-disciplinary group, maintain up-to-date care plans, and promote residents’ independence and wellbeing.