QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

Candidates must have -

• A relevant 3rd level qualification in the Social Care or Health Sector e.g. Nursing qualification and current Live Register Certificate from NMBI or Social Care qualification registered with or eligible to register with CORU by November 2025.

View Social Care approved qualifications on https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/

• An appropriate qualification in Health and Social Care Management is a necessary requirement of the post. If the successful applicant does not hold such a qualification a commitment to obtaining the qualification prior to taking up the post will be required.
• Proven operational experience in the provision of Services for people with an Intellectual Disability is essential.
• Experience of working in a person-centred service supporting people with intellectual disabilities, complex health needs, and experience of supporting individuals with challenging behaviour is essential.
• Practical working knowledge of, and experience of working within, the 2007 Health Act and subsequent HIQA regulations and Standards is highly desirable.
• Candidates should be able to demonstrate a high degree of practical leadership, communication and team working skills.
• The successful candidates must be flexible and dynamic individuals who can relate to people in a range of situations, as well as demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, the principles of public accountability as they apply in the health service.
• Candidates must have a full clean manual Irish driving licence.
• Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post.
• Proficiency in computer skills and on line data management systems are also essential.

The Team Manager will provide leadership and direction for the team, actively coordinating the team to ensure the development of person-centred services as agreed on the Service Plan for each Service Area.
The Team Manager will support the Team Leader and staff teams and be responsible for the overall operational management of specified locations of the service. With Person in Charge responsibilities, the Team Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the service meets the regulations as laid out in the Health Act 2007. The successful candidates will work closely with the Service Coordinator/ Area Manager to ensure that services are delivered in an efficient and effective manner within the agreed budget, and will be proactive members of the Deerpark Services management team.