Applications are invited for the above full-time permanent position.
The Organisation
Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation providing comprehensive community-based services to people with intellectual disabilities.
We support people across a wide range of services within residential settings, day services, supported independent living, job advocacy and vocational training.
Our valued Day Service Manager will in conjunction with the wider multi-disciplinary team have the opportunity to support the implementation of Our Shared Ambition within a positive and fulfilling work environment.
Role Purpose
The post holder will have responsibility for providing managerial and professional leadership in the running of assigned area(s) of responsibility within Day Services and influencing future service delivery and development. This is in line with best practice, using a Person-Centred approach in accordance with New Directions Standards. The post holder will contribute to the future direction of area(s) of responsibility being accountable for the delivery and standards of care provided to day attendees using a person-centred approach.
The Person
- Have successfully completed a Level 8 degree in Health or Social Care qualification (CORU registration required)
- A minimum of five years post healthcare qualification experience working in a management role is essential.
- A management qualification in a business discipline is desirable.
- Leadership skills, ability to influence, motivate, and grow the service.
- Experience and knowledge of the New Directions (Interim) Standards and knowledge of national policies in the disability sector.
- Ability to work strategically ensuring effective planning and delivery of services within budget.
- Experience of building relationships and engaging with key stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Possess a full clean driving licence.
- Strong information technology skills.
Salary and qualifications are in accordance with Department of Health consolidated pay scales Social Care Manager –€ 67,399 -€77,122 per annum.
For more details view the full job description in the Additional Information section below.
