Residential Service Manager
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and energetic team player with excellent leadership skills and management experience to manage two residential services supporting children/young adults.
Job Role:
* Act as a designated Person in Charge in line with the requirements of regulation 14 of the Health Act 2007 regulations 2013.
* Support the Head of Operations in delivering quality, person-centred and HIQA regulatory compliant care.
* Provide clear direction and overall day-to-day management of designated centres, resolving operational issues as they arise.
* Monitor and review the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of services provided.
* Provide emergency management support in an on-call capacity as required.
* Promote the ethos and culture of quality assurance within your locations in line with regulations.
* Manage resources to deliver high-quality care and support.
About Us:
We are St. Catherine's Association, a non-profit organisation and registered charity funded by the HSE that provides health-related supports to children and young adults with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities and autism in the Wicklow area.
Requirements:
* QQI Level 7 BA in Applied Social Studies, Social Care or equivalent or RNID, RGN or RCN qualification along with NMBI registration.
* A management qualification in Health/Social Care or be in the process of obtaining this qualification.
* A minimum of 3 years Supervisory or Management experience.
* Strong communication, leadership and influencing skills.
* An ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on current legislation, best practice and individual circumstances.
* An ability to assess situations and act appropriately and use analytical and problem-solving processes that best meet the needs of the service and those we support.
* A strong knowledge of the HIQA regulations and standards and all relevant legislation.
* Experience in strategic and local change management.
* Competent IT and presentation skills.
* Hold a full clean driving license and have access to a car.
Benefits:
* HSE Consolidated Pay Scales.
* National Federation Voluntary Bodies Pension Scheme.
* Employee Wellbeing Initiatives.
* Refer a Friend Scheme.
* Christmas Savings Club.
* Excellent training opportunities.
* Staff Education Loans and Paid Study Leave.
* Bike to Work Scheme.
* Enhanced Annual Leave.
* Paid Maternity and Adoptive Leave (eligibility criteria).
* Sick Pay Scheme (eligibility criteria).