About the Role
The Social Care Leader will work closely with the Centre Management Team to ensure the day-to-day management of the residential Centre. They will maintain an integral practice role and deliver a high-quality, integrated approach that enables young people at Orchard Residential Care to achieve positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Work in collaboration with the Centre Manager and Deputy Manager to create a warm, accepting, and secure environment for young people.
* Provide frontline care to young people and develop professional relationships with care staff, young people, and their families.
* Assist the manager in maintaining a caring, safe, stable, and professional environment.
* Oversee the centre's therapeutic approach and coordinate appointments.
* Liaise with professionals regarding care plans, referrals, monitoring, and inspection.
* Take a lead role in key working and report progress/issues to the manager.
Requirements
* Hold a qualification at Level 7 or above registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
* Have 2 years' full-time relevant experience working with children/young persons.
* Possess a full manual driving license eligible to drive in Ireland.
Benefits
* Comprehensive induction process
* Extensive training programme
* On-going mentoring and support
* Continuous Professional Development support
* Career progression opportunities
* Competitive salary with increments
* Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays
* Flexible work schedule
* 4 weeks annual leave