Job Opportunity Service Coordinator 39 Hours per week Permanent Contract Waterford Cheshire Service We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position.
Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily.
About Cheshire Ireland Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need.
More information on our organisation can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/ What we do We provide individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and well-being.
Our services provide a friendly, cooperative, and positive working environment within busy residential and community services.
The right candidate will share our values and will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people we support.
How we work Our services are based on clear principles of supporting people "one person at a time".
As a member of the team, you will be committed to high quality rights-based, person-centred service delivery, be willing to embrace change and help foster a culture of continuous improvement.
What you will do The purpose of this role is to effectively manage services delivered to individuals in their own homes.
To lead a team who support individuals in all aspects of their daily lives and activities as per their individual needs and care plans to enable them to live a life of their own choosing.
It is critical that when undertaking your work that you do so in a manner that is consistent with Cheshire Ireland's values and operating ethos.
Who we are looking for. A minimum of 2 years' previous experience in a similar focused role.
A QQI Level 5 Healthcare Major Award or an equivalent care related qualification.
A Management Qualification.
Previous experience in leading and managing a team.
Previous experience in operational resource planning and management.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Computer & IT literate (has strong computer skills, Microsoft word/excel/PowerPoint etc.).
Ability to overcome personal and professional challenges and to reflect and learn from mistakes and feedback as a tool for personal development.
Ability to maintain composure in difficult or challenging situations.
Ability to keep abreast of current developments in inclusion and individualisation issues in Ireland and internationally.
Ability to keep aware of good practices in the provision of person-centred services and be sensitive to the issues experienced by people with physical disabilities and neurological conditions.
In possession of the necessary documentation to work and live in the Republic of Ireland.
Hold full a (clean) driver licence and is willing to travel for work on a regular basis and outside of normal working hours when required.
Ability to speak and write English fluently.
Personal integrity and trustworthiness.
Willing to embrace change and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning throughout the service.
Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services.
Why work for us Flexibility in working hours.
Salary €38,107.87 to €49.953.81 21 Days Annual Leave
Career opportunities.
Induction and ongoing training.
Free Parking.
Benefit Sick pay benefit.
Company Pension Scheme.
Maternity benefit.
Bike/Cycle to work scheme.
Employee assistance programme.
Death in Service benefit for pension members.
Employee Referral bonus.
For Further information please contact Colleen Doyle at 087 1895883 A Panel may be formed for upcoming positions from this recruitment. Closing Date: - 9th of March 2025 Click on QR Code to Apply: Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau www.cheshire.ie Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321