Safeguarding, Risk and Compliance Manager
Camphill Communities of Ireland
Location: On site / Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland
Job Type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and Subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Management / Senior Appointments
Annual Salary Range: from €51,342.00 to €66,742.00
Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) are recruiting for:
Safeguarding, Risk and Compliance Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen within CCoI for a Safeguarding, Risk and Compliance Manager. Joining a well-established Executive Management Team, they will ensure optimum quality is provided and will play a strategic role in the overall vision and direction for CCoI, underpinned by the ethos and core values of our service. The post holder will be responsible for the strategic management of projects on behalf of CCoI, as assigned by the Senior Management Team.
CCoI is a Day and Residential service provider for people with disabilities for over 50 years. CCoI provides a safe and comfortable living environment in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We are committed to providing quality person-centered opportunities for people of various abilities. This position emphasizes governance and delivery of safe, person-focused services, relationship building, strategic implementation, and leadership.
The Safeguarding, Risk and Compliance Manager will oversee the Quality management systems in CCoI and lead the compliance function in line with regulatory requirements, legislation, and internal quality improvement initiatives. Working closely with the Senior Management and Operational Management Staff Teams, the Safeguarding, Risk and Compliance Manager will provide key support to CCoI’s operational activities.
1 Duties & Responsibilities
The principal duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Safeguarding
* Lead, manage, and review organization-wide processes for auditing, safeguarding, HIQA compliance, quality improvement, and risk management.
* Act as a support function to the organization in ensuring all Community Members with Support Needs are safeguarded and protected from all forms of abuse.
* Monitor safeguarding referral trends and outcomes across CCoI, collating data in quarterly and annual reports.
* Support administrative and professional staff in their liaison and collaborative relationships with safeguarding stakeholders.
Risk
* Coordinate and provide advice on the review of critical and adverse accidents, incidents, safeguarding, and/or Root Cause Analysis.
* Provide clear leadership and direction on the implementation of CCoI’s accountability and governance structure for quality, risk, and safety.
* Monitor key performance indicators for risk management to measure the effectiveness of the risk management system.
Compliance/Auditing
* Lead and be responsible for the development and implementation of CCoI’s Quality Management Framework.
* Develop an annual plan for audits in liaison with the Senior Management team and senior operations managers.
* Carry out audits and inspections, setting and reviewing action plans for improvement.
* Provide ongoing monitoring and coordinate action plans to address areas of non-compliance.
* Utilize data from self-assessments against HIQA Standards and recommendations from HIQA inspections.
* Provide strategic and operational leadership on all aspects of quality, risk, and safety.
* Raise all concerns or serious non-compliance and risk issues to the Senior Management team.
* Collaborate and coordinate with other support functions on compliance issues.
General
* Provide leadership and ongoing support to employees.
* Coordinate the work of the quality and compliance team, providing support and supervision.
* Lead, participate in, and support quality improvement initiatives.
* Maintain relevant electronic filing systems, ensuring accurate data is recorded.
* Develop collaborative working in the area of quality, risk, and safety with all stakeholders.
* Drive the culture of safety, service excellence, and quality improvement in CCoI.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
* Hold a minimum of a Level 7 Degree on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies, Social Care Work, Health, ID Nursing or equivalent relevant qualification.
* Post-graduate qualification in Quality Management is an advantage.
* 3-5 years proven experience in a compliance management role.
* Comprehensive experience of Risk Management & Health and Safety in a social care setting.
* Demonstrative experience in auditing using quality systems.
* Significant relevant experience in quality and safety & service development in a social care setting.
* Robust knowledge of HIQA regulations and legislative compliance requirements.
* Detailed understanding of current policy and developments in relation to Social Care within disability services.
* Experience in management of regulated residential services for people with disabilities.
* Experience and ability to use and analyze data to support effective decision-making.
* Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, including Microsoft Office and knowledge of specialist quality systems.
* Must have the requisite knowledge and ability for the proper discharge of the duties of the post.
* A full driver’s license and availability of own car is essential.
What we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Pay scales
* Career progression opportunities
* Paid annual leave
* Refer a friend scheme
* Employee Assist Programme offering advice and counselling
* Death in Service Benefit
* Paid mandatory training
* Paid travel expenses
Details of the Role:
Salary Scale: Grade VII €51,342 - €66,742 (salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Location: National Office, Dunshane Community, Brannockstown, Naas, Co Kildare W91 XV5T, attendance at other locations as appropriate.
Duration: Full-time 40 hours - Permanent
Candidates shortlisted will be contacted for immediate interviews.
Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting and reference checking.
Camphill is an equal opportunities employer.
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