CHRYSALIS COMMUNITY DRUG PROJECT CLG WISHES TO RECRUIT FOR THE
FOLLOWING POSITION:
TEAM LEADER
FULL-TIME POSITION
**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** HOURS PER WEEK
Under the guidance of the Operations Manager and CEO, the role of the
team leader is to support the Services Team by providing leadership
and guidance, and to ensure the delivery of quality and evidence-based
interventions. The team leader will be responsible for the effective
day-to-day running of the full range of services on offer. The team
leader will also have a small active caseload of service users.
The position will be based in Dublin City Centre.
The position is a permanent position – after completing a minimum
6-month probation period and verification of references and may be
subject to Garda clearances.
OVERALL DUTIES:
* Play a key role in the development and implementation of a
high-quality professional service, in conjunction with the CEO, the
Operations Manager, the other team leader, the Board of Management and
the team members of Chrysalis.
* In the absence of the Operations Manager make day-to-day decisions
in relation to both service users and staff issues – with guidance
from the CEO if required.
* Develop professional working relationships with key stakeholders
and represent Chrysalis at relevant local networks/committees as
agreed.
* Lead team members in the implementation of Chrysalis’s Strategic
Plan and SLA.
* Participate in ongoing planning and evaluation of the work of the
service.
* Assist in the development and implementation of ongoing evaluation
processes which uses an outcome monitoring system.
* Keep records and information on all aspects of service delivery.
* Ensure that all records are relevant, up to date, accurate and
recorded in line with best practice and legislation (GDPR, Charity
Regulations, etc.)
* Oversee and monitor all aspects of service delivery including
one-to-one work and groupwork.
KEY DUTIES
LEADERSHIP
* Conduct monthly record reviews, ensuring that all records are
relevant, up to date and accurate (eCASS, HRBs etc.).
* Lead team members in the implementation of Chrysalis Strategic
Plan, Chrysalis SLA and Chrysalis Employee Engagement Strategy.
* Monitor that staff members/volunteers are working within the ethos
of Chrysalis
* Ensure the project is meeting the needs of the presenting service
user group and the community.
* Ensure that quality standards are maintained in all service
delivery.
* Ensure all aspects of the service are delivered in a
non-judgmental manner, and is respectful of service user choice
CLIENT WORK
* Establish effective working relationships with service users
* Carry out assessments
* Provide crisis intervention, keyworking and case management
* Make referrals to internal and external services
* Provide one-to-one and group interventions
* Work from a person-centred and harm-reduction approach
NETWORKING
* Ensure that the project is represented on local networks/interest
groups
* Develop and maintain working relationships with key stakeholders
in Dublin North Inner City
STAFF SUPPORT
* Facilitate fortnightly Staff Meeting
* Assist in developing and delivering relevant and in-depth
induction programmes for new staff.
* Provide monthly supervision to all case managers (and fortnightly
for new members of staff)
* Assess the training and development needs of staff and develop
training opportunities for them in line with quality standards.
ADMINISTRATION
* Provide a Team Leader Report for each Board Meeting (approx. every
6 weeks)
* Meet with Operations Manager fortnightly to review and plan the
work of the project
* Engage in internal line management supervision monthly with the
Operations Manager
* Carry out annual staff appraisals with the Operations Manager in
accordance with Chrysalis’ policy.
* Maintain appropriate staff records
* Liaise with the Administrator and Operations Manager around the
updating and monitoring of the HRB and eCASS systems.
* Prepare written reports, statistics and other information as
required by the organisation.
TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
* Attend line management supervision monthly, and external
supervision every 6 weeks.
* Undertake ongoing professional development
* Engage in reflective and evidence-based practice.
To undertake any other tasks, duties or projects that may arise from
time to time as directed by the Operations Manager or CEO.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
EXPERIENCE
* Minimum of 5 years experience of working in an addiction service
or similar service
* Minimum of 3 years experience of leading a team in an addiction or
similar service
* Minimum of 3 years experience of staff supervision and line
management
* Minimum of 5 years experience as a keyworker/case manager in an
addiction service or similar service
* Substantial experience of working with external agencies
QUALIFICATIONS
* A relevant third level qualification
* A qualification in addiction studies
* A recognised supervision qualification
* Evidence of continuous professional development
KNOWLEDGE
* Substantial knowledge of the theories and interventions available
to support people with lived experience of addiction
* Good understanding of drug related issues impacting people with
lived experience of addiction
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies
* Knowledge of relevant network and voluntary, community and
statutory services
SKILLS
* Strong leadership skills
* Interagency skills
* Competence in the use of IT systems
* Clear and effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong administrative and reporting skills
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
* Strong Facilitation skills
* Committed to the ethos, mission and values of Chrysalis CDP
* Committed to the needs of excluded and marginalized people
* Team player
* Collaborative and coaching leadership style
* Positive and solution-focused approach
* High degree of personal resilience and self-care
BENEFITS OFFERED:
* Salary Range - € *,**Apply on the
website** - € *, *
* * days annual leave
* EAP accessibility
* Continuing Professional Development
* Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
* Paid Sick Leave
* Paid Study Leave subject to terms
* Optional Unpaid Leave and Career Breaks subject to terms
All interested candidates should forward by email -with the subject
matter title “TEAM LEADER”- a short cover letter and an up to date
CV for the attention of the CEO to the following email address **APPLY
ON THE WEBSITE** BY CLOSING DAY OF FRIDAY 6TH OF SEPTEMBER **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE**. The interviews will take place on the **Apply on the
website**th and *th September **Apply on the
website**.
The Board of Management may review this position from time to time.
_Chrysalis Community Drug Project CLG is an Equal Opportunities
Employer. The organisation provides equal employment opportunities
regardless of ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, physical
ability, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, or
medical history_
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Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
