Person In Charge

Embrace Community Services Ltd.; Newbridge; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Travel allowances

Laptop & phone

Incremental pay scale

Lifelong learning

Refer-a-Friend €150

Job summary

Embrace Community Services Ltd. in Newbridge, Co. Kildare, invites applications for a Person in Charge (PIC) to lead our new adults residential home.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality care, ensuring regulatory compliance and strong team leadership. We are seeking an experienced PIC or a seasoned Team Leader / Social Care Worker ready to advance. You will oversee daily operations, champion our values, and develop staff through training and reflective practice.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 7 Degree in Social Care with CORU registration or a Nursing Degree registered with the NMBI.
• Minimum of three years' managerial experience in Health or Social Care.
• Recognised managerial qualification (NFQ Level 6).
• Evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excited by the opportunity to lead a new residential service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall management of the adults residential house.
• Provide leadership and direction to the care team.
• Ensure high standards of service quality and regulatory compliance.
• Support service development and operational planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Education

Level 7 Degree in Social Care (CORU)

Nursing Degree (NMBI)

Managerial Qualification (NFQ Level 6)

Job description

Job description:

Embrace currently have an exciting opportunity for a Person in Charge (PIC) for our new Adults Residential Home in Newbridge, Co. Kildare

Embrace provides residential support services for adults and children with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and acquired brain injuries. The successful candidate will join a growing company and be overseen by a supportive management team. We are seeking applications from existing Persons in Charge (PICs) or experienced Team Leaders / Social Care Workers ready to take the next step in their career; the successful candidate should have a passion for supporting adults and children in the community and helping them to develop in their new homes.

As a Person in Charge, you will be responsible for the overall management of our adults residential house in Dundalk, Co. Louth.

The overall objective of the role is to ensure that the quality of service and quality of care is always to the highest possible standard whilst adhering to regulatory requirements. You will also be responsible for providing leadership and management to the team ensuring that our vision and values are understood and acted upon.

Requirements

• Must hold a Level 7 Degree in Social Care (be registered with CORU) OR a Nursing Degree (be registered in the relevant Division of the Live Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)).
• Must have a minimum of three years of Managerial Experience within the Health or Social Care Sector.
• Must hold a recognized Managerial Qualification (minimum level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications).
• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excited by the opportunity to work with a team and develop a new, leading residential support service.

Benefits

The successful applicant will be offered:

• Base salary of €55,000 - €65,000 (Depending on Experience)
• Performance related bonus
• Travel and other allowances
• . Laptop and mobile phone
• Incremental pay scale
• Long Service Pay Increments
• Learning and development pathway for internal career progression
• Join a growing team with a range of career development opportunities
• Refer-a-Friend Program - €150 per referral
• Employment Assistance Programme, an independent support service for staff
• Bike-to-Work Scheme covering bicycles, ebikes and pedelecs
• Monthly Reflective Practice Support with an independent professional clinician
• Career development / progression plan & guidance
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Personal Retirement Savings Account