Aurora Enriching Lives, Enriching Communities
Person In Charge – Permanent Contract – Full Time
“Do you have the vision & passion to be a key driver and champion of supporting people to live determined lives”
Aurora provides residential and day services for adults with Intellectual Disabilities in a community-based setting with supports. Aurora has a highly trained and dedicated staff of more than 300 health-care professionals catering to the needs of over 80 adults with Intellectual Disabilities.
We are looking for candidates to be a key driver and champion of supporting people to live self-determined lives and to be a central communicator with all stakeholders including families, multi-disciplinary teams, psychologists, senior management, community, employers, and others. The PIC will lead the house on a day-to-day basis and in consultation with their line manager when key decisions are being made. He/she should be flexible in their approach to service provision and have the ability to work as a team member. He/she will be required to take an active part in ensuring that day-to-day operations of the Services reflect the ethos and vision of Aurora and the needs of the people supported are being met through professional work practices.
Qualifications Required
* Must hold a 3rd level qualification of at least Level 7 in Social Care or Applied Social Care Studies or; A Nursing Qualification – in Intellectual Disability, Psychiatric, General or Children’s.
* A relevant Management qualification is essential.
* Registration with CORU (where applicable)
Essential
* Full clean drivers’ licence and own transportation (Manual)
Essential skills and experience:
* 3 years managerial experience in a health care role.
* Proven practical experience or similar experience in a role of this level.
* Proven knowledge and experience of HIQA standards and Certification.
* Passion for innovative solutions and process improvement.
* Excellent analytical skills.
* Proven organisational and time management skills.
* Evidence of effective resource planning.
* The ability to lead the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals.
* Strong interpersonal and networking skills including strong written communication skills.
Benefits of working with us:
Competitive salary linked to HSE Social Care Leader (depending on skills & experience) €54,157 - €63,245
* Training Opportunities
* Pension Plan
* Fortnightly pay
* Paid leave schemes
* Employee Assistance Program
* Work-life balance
Applications for this post to be submitted with a CV and cover letter outlining suitability to: Human Resource Dept, Aurora, Unit 11/12 Danville Business park, Kilkenny R95 KD32 or by email to Antonia.Coppola@aurorakilkenny.ie. Queries to Antonia at 0860853941. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 25th October 2024.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Aurora is an equal opportunities employer.
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