Person in Charge – Intellectual Disability Sector

Cpl Healthcare; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Wellness initiatives

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive induction and ongoing PD

Job summary

Cpl Healthcare is seeking a talented Person in Charge (PIC) to lead a residential service in Ireland. You will oversee operational management, governance, and quality of care, ensuring HIQA compliance while guiding a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

You will drive person-centred care, manage budgets and resources, and foster a culture of excellence. Relevant nursing qualification and minimum 3 years of managerial experience are required. Access to transport is preferred.

Qualifications

• Nursing qualification and registration are required.
• Proven leadership, governance and management experience in health or social care.
• Strong knowledge of HIQA regulations and safeguarding requirements.
• Demonstrated communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership and management of the residential service.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA regulations and company policies.
• Promote and deliver person-centred care and support for residents.
• Manage staffing, supervision, and development of team members.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and risk management.
• Oversee service budgets and resource allocation.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and external stakeholders.
• Drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Nursing Qualification

Job description

Person in Charge (PIC), Intellectual Disability Sector Jobs Ireland

Position 1 – Mayo

Position 2 – Athlone

Position 3 – Roscommon

Position 4 – Rosslare, Wexford

Cpl in partnership with our client, are seeking an experienced, passionate, and motivated Person in Charge (PIC) to lead a residential service.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who is committed to delivering person-centred care and supporting individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives.

About the Role

As Person in Charge, you will have overall responsibility for the operational management, governance, and quality of care within the designated service. You will ensure compliance with HIQA standards and relevant legislation while leading and supporting a committed team of healthcare professionals.

The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering a culture of excellence, ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership and management of the service.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Promote and deliver person-centred care and support.
• Manage staffing, supervision, performance, and development of team members.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and risk management.
• Oversee service budgets and resource allocation.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, multidisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders.
• Drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Nursing Qualification.
• Minimum 3 years’ management experience within health or social care services.
• Strong knowledge of HIQA regulations and safeguarding requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Experience managing teams and service delivery in a residential setting.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport.

Desirable

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Qualification in management or leadership.
• Proven track record in quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Pension scheme.
• Wellness initiatives and employee benefits.

Our client are dedicated to empowering the individuals we support while creating a positive and rewarding workplace for our employees. If you are a compassionate leader with a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you.