Job Title: Person In Charge
This is an exciting opportunity for a Person in Charge to take on a new challenge in a well-established, fully Irish-owned leading disability provider.
Location:
Mayo
Job Type:
Permanent, full-time, 40 hour working week
About the Role
The ideal candidate would be deeply committed to working with people with disabilities and ready to progress in their career.
Responsibilities
* Deliver exceptional support to individuals utilizing the disability service, ensuring it aligns with relevant Government and Health Service Executive policies.
* Manage a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and support to residents while ensuring services are fully compliant with Government and HSE policies.
* Lead and participate in the On-Call support system.
* Coordinate and prioritise appointments in liaison with multi-disciplinary team.
* Ensure a high quality of life for residents through person-centred care plans, health promotion, reviews and personal risk assessments, as appropriate.
* Enable and support residents to have choice and control in their lives, develop citizenship, maintain relationships with family and friends including accessing advocates and other professional supports as may be appropriate.
* Ensure care plans are regularly reviewed and updated as per regulations.
* Be aware of current developments within relevant profession and maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development.
* Assist in training and orienting new care team members, ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their roles effectively.
* Assist in organising and facilitating training programs and workshops for the team to enhance their knowledge and skills.
* Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of care plans, assessments, and other relevant records.
* Monitor and ensure the completion of required documentation by team members in a timely manner.
* Assist in implementing quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall quality of care services provided.
* Conduct regular audits and checks to ensure adherence to quality standards and identify areas for improvement.
* Foster a positive and collaborative work environment within the team, promoting effective communication and teamwork.
Requirements
* A QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care or a degree in another relevant Allied Healthcare related discipline.
* Hold an appropriate qualification in Health or Social Care management (minimum level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications).
* A minimum of 3 years in a management or supervisory role in the area of health or social care which preferably would include the supervision of staff/volunteers and financial management.
* A proven track record of managing a residential service which meets quality, regulatory/legislative requirements.
* Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Experience of report writing, personal support plans, people and roster management.
* Full current driving license with access to your own vehicle.
* Excellent working knowledge of legislative/regulatory requirements and responsibilities.
Benefits
* Competitive salary, with increments based on qualifications and experience.
* Comprehensive induction and training program.
* Ongoing mentoring, support, and professional development.
* Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.