Homeless Service Manager (maternity leave contract), Limerick
Client:
Respond Housing Association
Location:
Limerick, Ireland
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
8c706f505093
Job Views:
5
Posted:
06.02.2025
Expiry Date:
23.03.2025
Job Description:
Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply.
Role: Homeless Service Manager (maternity leave cover)
Location: Suaimhneas Homeless Service, Limerick
Reporting to: Coordinator of Homeless Services
Salary: €56,675 - €73,344 ( Please note that offers are typically made at the beginning to mid-range of the advertised salary, based on skills and experience)
Terms: Fixed Term Maternity Leave Contract - 39 hours (Monday to Friday)
Job Purpose: To lead, manage and deliver the homeless service which Respond provides at Suaimhneas ensuring the efficient operation and provision of support to service users residing at the service.
Core duties and responsibilities:
* Day-to-day management of Respond Homeless Service project at Suaimhneas.
* Develop a positive relationship with Respond Stakeholders and act as a Respond ambassador.
* Monitor and proactively manage rent payments and minimise arrears issues.
* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team liaising on a daily basis with internal and external clients and agencies.
* Build relationships and represent Respond to various external bodies, groups and agencies including community, statutory and private bodies.
* Develop the services policies and procedures.
* Adhere to professional boundaries and work in a professional manner at all times.
* Complete accurate written records and/or reports where necessary.
* Handle enquiries, liaising with outside agencies where necessary with a view to further development of the service.
* Responsible for the general upkeep of the service.
* Coordinate attend and participate in staff meetings and staff training.
* Identify and pursue initiatives that support the activities in the service.
* The development of staff management and support systems including:
o Staff recruitment, induction, training and development
o Day to day management and supervision
o Staff appraisals
o Report writing and file maintenance
o Implementation of disciplinary procedures as required
o Ensure understanding, and compliance with NQSF in the service.
o Ensure staff run in-house programmes including: time management, money management, cookery classes, nutrition, employment support, personal development, health and beauty, child development.
Please note: the list of tasks is not an exclusive one and duties may vary from time to time.
Children:
* Work within the services' Code of Behaviour with Children.
Safety and Security:
* Ensure the safety and security of all residents, co-workers and the service.
* Respond to all safety and security related incidents, ensuring correct service procedures are followed, and record and report such incidents as appropriate.
* Carry out and report security checks, including property checks, occupancy checks and room checks.
Person specification:
* A degree in Social Skills or equivalent.
* Experience of performing in a management role.
* Be outgoing, self-motivated, relaxed, enthusiastic & flexible.
* Ability to demonstrate leadership and organisational skills.
* Experience of working with budgets and targets.
* Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
* Excellent report writing and administration skills.
* Garda Vetting will be conducted.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 14th February 2025.
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