Social Team Lead / Person in Charge
Social Team Leader / Person in Charge (PIC) – Children’s Services – Co. Mayo
Medforce are currently recruiting for a Person in Charge (PIC) to join an established children’s care service based in Co. Mayo.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced care professional looking to take on a senior leadership role, overseeing the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care and supporting a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provide overall leadership and management of the service.
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Ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe and person-centred care.
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Lead, support and develop a team of care and social care professionals.
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Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies and standards.
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Oversee care planning, risk management and safeguarding procedures.
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Work closely with children, young people, families and relevant professionals.
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Manage staff performance, supervision, training and development.
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Maintain accurate records and ensure all required documentation is completed.
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Participate in audits, inspections and service improvement initiatives.
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Manage staffing, rostering and operational requirements.
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Promote a positive, supportive and therapeutic environment for those in care.
REQUIREMENTS
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Relevant qualification in Social Care, Social Work, Nursing or another related discipline.
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Previous experience in a senior management or leadership position within children’s residential care, disability services or a similar setting.
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Strong knowledge of safeguarding, care planning and regulatory requirements.
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Experience managing and developing a multidisciplinary or care team.
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Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
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Strong understanding of person-centred and trauma-informed approaches.
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Ability to work effectively with children, young people, families and external professionals.
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Full driving licence and access to own transport.
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Right to work in Ireland.
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Garda vetting and satisfactory references.
WHAT’S ON OFFER
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Senior leadership position within an established care organisation.
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Competitive salary.
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Full-time permanent opportunity.
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Supportive management structure.
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Ongoing training and professional development.
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Opportunities for career progression.
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Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.
Please send your up to date CV in confidence to bfreeney@medforce.ie to be considered for this opportunity
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