Care Leader

We are seeking an experienced and skilled leader to take on the role of Centre Manager/Person in Charge, Listowel Respite Service. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and development of the service, supporting adults with intellectual disabilities.

The Centre Manager/PIC will lead a team of staff, ensuring that they have the necessary resources and support to deliver high-quality care. They will also be responsible for the effective implementation of policies and procedures, as well as managing day-to-day operations.

• Lead and manage a team of staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the smooth running of the service.
• Manage day-to-day operations, including allocating resources and managing budgets.
• Support staff to train and upskill in models appropriate to ID/Autism Services.
• Ensure the provision of a person-centred service to those supported by the service.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including staff, residents, management, family, and other service providers.
• Develop relationships and linkages with community groups and other disability agencies.
• Act as the key communicator to all stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Level 7 or higher qualification in Social Care, Nursing (RNID preferred), or another relevant health/social care discipline.
• Formal management qualification in health or social care.
• At least three years' management or supervisory experience in the sector.
• Demonstrate evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Have the clinical, managerial, and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.

The successful candidate will enjoy:

• A competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Employee benefits, including sick pay scheme, paid maternity leave, flexible working, employee assistance programme, pension scheme, parking, generous annual leave, access to income continuance scheme, discounted health insurance, and access to training.

The candidate must have:

• A full driver's licence with access to a road-worthy car insured for business purposes.
• The necessary authorisation to work in Ireland.

The following qualifications would be highly desirable:

• Post-Graduate Diploma or Masters Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Senior management experience in Disability Services or a related sector.

Candidates should not attempt to canvass or influence staff members involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants.

The organisation offers a range of benefits to its employees, including:

• Sick Pay Scheme.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• Flexible Working.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Pension Scheme.
• Parking (site-dependent).
• Generous Annual Leave.
• Access to Income Continuance Scheme.
• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Access to Training.