ST. CATHERINE?S ASSOCIATION, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow
We have an exciting opportunity for a:
CHILDREN / ADULT SERVICES MANAGER
in a residential cluster setting supporting children/young adults
POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
Permanent Full-time Monday ? Friday (**Apply on the website** hrs
per month)
YOU ARE:
A dynamic and energetic team player with excellent leadership skills
and management experience.
YOU HAVE:
* the necessary skills to lead and support teams in carrying out the
day to day management of our designated centres.
* the ability to work under pressure and handle changing priorities.
* a proven track record in planning, developing and improving
services.
* a commitment to continually improving the lives of the people we
support.
WE ARE:
Catherine?s Association is a non-profit organisation and registered
charity funded by the HSE that provides health related supports to
children and young adults with intellectual disabilities and autism in
the Wicklow area. These services include Respite and Short Break
Support Services, Adult Day Services and Residential Services and
access to clinical supports through referral to Children?s
Disability Network Team.
JOB ROLE:
* To act as a designated Person in Charge in line with the
requirements of regulation **Apply on the website** of the Health Act
**Apply on the website** regulations **Apply on the website**.
* To support the Head of Operations in delivering quality, person
centred and HIQA regulatory compliant care.
* Responsible for providing clear direction and overall day to day
management of designated centres, resolving operational issues as they
arise.
* To lead and manage circa **Apply on the website** staff across
three houses.
* To monitor and review the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of
services provided.
* Providing 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.
* Management of budget allocation (circa 2.1?M) in a manner that
is responsive to the needs of the individuals we support and offers
best value.
* To develop and maintain effective relationships with families and
other agencies involved in service provision.
* Reporting to: Head of Operations
ESSENTIAL:
* QQI LEVEL 7 BA IN APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES, SOCIAL CARE OR EQUIVALENT
* 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.
CAREER ADVANCEMENT:
Support our team members to grow and develop in their careers,
offering many opportunities for professional development as part of
this exciting and highly-varied role.
TO APPLY:
Send your CV to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Call Debbie Carr on **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** for details.
Date: 5pm Thursday 1st December **Apply on the website**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
