Person in Charge Greenacres Co Dublin

at  Camphill Communities of Ireland

PERSON IN CHARGE : CAMPHILL COMMUNITY OF IRELAND

A Social Care Manager (Person in Charge) is required to fill this full-time post. To fill this post, you will need a strong management and leadership background, experience of working with people with intellectual disability offering person centered support. You will require a sound understanding of regulatory requirements; have skills to lead the safe support to residents within a complex residential environment. You will have strong business skills and be qualified in social care. You will need to be committed to personal development and working as part of a team.
The post provides the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, a competitive salary and access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation. This is a fulltime salaried position which will average around 40 hours per week and may include being on call at evenings and at weekends. All appointments will be subject to Garda Vetting.
The community provides Residential Life sharing Services, Day Opportunities and Support Services, for adults with support needs. Camphill is an organisation with a strong voluntary ethos and includes many voluntary and vocational coworkers some of whom also live in the community.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

A minimum of a Level 7 on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies, Social Care Management or equivalent relevant qualification in Health or Social Care.
Post graduate qualification ideally in Social Care Management or Management Qualification.
At least 3 years of senior management experience at a similar level of responsibility including demonstrative experience strategic planning
At least 5 years’ experience in the health/social care or voluntary sector

PURPOSE OF POST

To uphold Camphill Community of Ireland ethos and values in the role of principle person responsible for the day to day management of the Community. Ensuring the Community provides residential and person-centered support where individuals supported by the Community enjoy an environment that is safe and provides an excellent quality of life where individuals achieve their ambitions.
Working with staff and coworkers to develop and plan all aspects of the service that promote quality for both services users and coworkers meeting Health Information & Quality Authority standards.
Providing leadership to the Community and line management to those working within the Community.
Ensuring the Community operates effectively and sustainably, building on Camphill’s ethos to offer an inspiring model of social enterprise and community building involving adults with support needs.