Person In Charge (Social Care Leader)

Orchard Care Group; Sligo; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Irish care provider is seeking a Person in Charge for their Orchard Community Care division in County Sligo and Roscommon. This role requires management experience in health or social care and a degree in a relevant field. As the Person in Charge, you will ensure compliance with care standards and lead a team to provide exceptional support to individuals with autism. The position offers a competitive salary, allowances, and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Income protection policy

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a management role in health or social care.
• Proven track record of managing a residential service.
• Full current driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift and provide direct care to individuals.
• Develop individualised care plans and monitor outcomes.
• Assist in training new care team members.

Skills

Experience working with autism

Management skills

Communication and teamwork

Education

Relevant degree in Social or Health Care

Level 6 Management qualification

Job description

Permanent employee,Full-time· Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon

About the Role

As we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we care for, we currently have a number of opportunities within our Orchard Community Care division, in Co. Sligo and Roscommon including this key role of Person in Charge(Social Care Leader).
Purpose of the roleis to provide the highest possible standards of support to those who use Orchard Community Care service. To ensure the service is in line with appropriate Government and Health Service Executive (HSE) Policy. Within that context the Manager will be expected to work autonomously and with initiative.
The ideal candidate would preferably have experience working with autism. The Manager will act as the Person in Charge for existing services ensuring compliance with the Department of Health Regulations and HIQA Standards.
This role

• is Supernumerary
• attracts allowance and bonus option
• an on call allowance per weekend on call
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity allowance
• Income Protection Scheme

Essential Criteria:

• A minimum of 3 years in a management or supervisory role in the area of health or social care
• A relevant degree (minimum level 7) in Social or Health Care.
• Level 6 Management qualification.
• A proven track record of managing a residential service which meets quality, regulatory/legislative requirements.
• Full current driving license with full eligibility to drive in Ireland, and access to a vehicle.

Service Delivery

• Take the lead on shift when on duty in the service.
• Participate in the provision of direct care to individuals, following established care plans, protocols, and procedures.
• Assist in assessing the needs of individuals under care and developing individualised care plans.
• Ensure the implementation of appropriate care interventions and monitor the progress and outcomes of care.

Training & Development

• Assist in training and orienting new care team members, ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their roles effectively.
• Assist in organising and facilitating training programs and workshops for the team to enhance their knowledge and skills.

Compliance & Documentation

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of care plans, assessments, and other relevant records
• Monitor and ensure the completion of required documentation by team members in a timely manner

Quality Assurance

• Assist in implementing quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall quality of care services provided.
• Conduct regular audits and checks to ensure adherence to quality standards and identify areas for improvement.

Communication & Collaboration

• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment within the team, promoting effective communication and teamwork.

Conditions of work

• This post requires a flexible approach to working hours, primarily to ensure the safety and well-being of young people and staff.
• The post holder is required to lead and participate in the On-Call support system.

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Benefits to working with Company

• Excellent training opportunities and clear focus on career progression
• Competitive salary and incremental pay scale
• Supernumerary role
• attracts allowance and bonus option
• Income protection policy
• Orchard Values Champion Awards
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• EAP Scheme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Paid training on commencement
• Dedicated team and access to a knowledgeable Multidisciplinary team.

The Orchard Care Group is a wholly Irish owned company dedicated to providing the best possible care, supports and outcomes for children, young people, and adults in Ireland across a range of settings and locations, in fostering, disability and mainstream residential services.

The Group brings together three leading brands in Irish social care – Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care and Orchard Fostering.