Person in Charge

AA Euro Healthcare is welcoming applications from experienced social care professionals with strong leadership skills.

We are seeking a Person in Charge (PIC) for our well established client based in the Kilkenny area. The suitable candidate will be joining a leading Intellectual Disability residential service.

Role:

• Lead, manage and support staff to deliver a high-quality service that promotes service users safety, well-being, and development.
• Ensure effective day to day running of the Residential facility, within the framework of Care policies and procedures and statutory regulations.
• Develop appropriate relationships with the HSE, external partners and other agencies to promote collaboration, generate opportunities and support the future plans.
• Manage and monitor the annual budgets, including staffing and all aspects of expenditure within the designated centre and be responsible for operating within approved budgets.
• The post holder will ensure that the residential centre is under their remit comply with legislative and regulatory requirements i.e., S.I.367, HIQA National Standards etc.
• Report regularly to the national Senior Management Team on the functioning of, and developments, within the organisation.

Requirements:

• 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
• 3 years of senior supervisory/management experience
• 5 years experience in the health/social care or voluntary sector
• Experience of social enterprise and/or innovation
• Worked with vulnerable adults or children
• Project management skills
• Must have a valid Driving licence and access to a car (Travel to other locations may be required)
• Willing to undergo Garda Vetting

Attractive Salary + Benefits

Full Job Spec on request

If you feel that you have the requirements and skills for this role, please apply with an updated copy of your CV.