Youth Residential Care Leader & Team Mentor

Rainbows Community Services; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Driving Licence

Job summary

Rainbow Community Services is seeking a Social Care Leader to oversee residential centres for young people, guiding a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and ensure safety and stability. The role requires a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or related fields, a Bachelor's degree, CORU registration, and at least three years of full-time experience working with children and young people.

A driving licence is desired, and there are opportunities for professional growth within a supportive

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years full-time relevant experience in social care, working with children and young people in mainstream care.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring Care and Placement Plans are effectively implemented and regularly monitored.
• Promoting the rights and responsibilities of each young person, acting as their advocate.
• Applying your working knowledge of the National Standards for Children's Residential Centres to guarantee compliance and best practice.
• Leading, mentoring, and supporting your team to deliver exceptional care.

Skills

Leading Teams

Mentoring & Coaching

Regulatory Compliance

Team Management

Motivation

Verbal and Written Skills

Building Relationships

Legislation Compliance

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Planning and Organising

Self Management

Providing Care

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree

QQI Level 7 in Social Science / Social Studies / Social Care

CORU registration or in progress

Job description

Rainbow Community Services is seeking a Social Care Leader to oversee residential centres for young people, guiding a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and ensure safety and stability. The role requires a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or related fields, a Bachelor's degree, CORU registration, and at least three years of full-time experience working with children and young people.

A driving licence is desired, and there are opportunities for professional growth within a supportive