Person in Charge Residential Services

Person in Charge - Residential & Respite Services

Full time Permanent Role

Job Purpose

To effectively manage a Residential & Respite Service.

Scope of the Role

The role encompasses management of all aspects of the Designated Centre to include provision of a high quality, person centred service to individuals attending residential & respite services and effective management of the staff team and resources.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively discharge your role as Person in Charge, in line with the requirements of The Health Act (2007) and associated Regulations.
• Ensure that allocated resources are effectively managed and deployed.
• Implement management systems, which ensure that the service provided is safe, appropriate to service user needs, of a high quality and effectively monitored.

Qualifications

• Meet the requirements of the Health Act (2007) Regulations (2013) with regard to the requirements of a Person in Charge.
• QQI Level 8 (Honours) Degree in Social Care/Social Care Studies or equivalent is required.
• Recognised management course OR currently enrolled in one (desirable).
• A minimum of 3 years post qualification social care experience in the area of intellectual disability is required.
• A minimum of 3 years management/leadership experience within a healthcare setting.
• Have a strong working knowledge of the HIQA Standards and Health Act (2007) and associated Regulations and Guidance, and knowledge of national policies in the disability sector.
• Have excellent computer literacy and information technology skills.
• Possess excellent report writing skills.
• Have an up to date, valid Irish Driving Licence.

For more information contact me at