Day Service Manager, Ballina, Co. Mayo Ref 2024-177

At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.Why not be part of a progressive team, that’s delivering for its community.Western Care - Supporting People To Live Their Lives.Day Services Manager (Social Care Leader grade) Residential Ballina, Co. Mayo·      Permanent 37.5 hours per week·      Reference Number: 2024-177·      Closing Date: August 30th, 2024Job BriefThe successful applicant will be required to deliver on the vision for people they are supporting. You will work directly with a number of adults, supporting them to gain valued social roles in their lives and participate in meaningful creative activities through developing appropriate supports. You will also advocate on behalf of the individuals with regard to their individual needs and preferences and support the development of Individual Plans.The manager will lead and manage the service and be responsible for:·      Implementation and monitoring of New Directions standards·      Ensuring a person-centred approach to service delivery·      Delivering change to better meet the needs of persons who use the service·      Developing relationships with services users, families, advocates and the wider community·      Management, supervision, coaching and development of the staff team·      Day to day management of the services·      Budget management·      Driving an inclusion, equality and right-based agenda  Candidate RequirementsExperience of implementation and monitoring of the standards of New Directions or similar standards. Knowledge of HIQA requirements desirableHave excellent communication skills and a clear understanding of team work with motivation to deliver high quality facilitation, working alongside individuals, their families and other disciplinesProven experience of working with people on the Autistic spectrum is desirableSuccessful candidate will have experience in the area of facilitating and supporting people who have high and/or complex needsA genuine understanding and interest in working alongside people in effecting positive opportunities and change in their lives in a meaningful wayThe ability to listen, to see and respectfully advocate for and on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs, preferences, rights and wishesRelevant experience working in a management capacity including management of staff in a setting for people with disabilities, or other relevant management experiencePractical IT skills, including word and excelQualification Details ·      An appropriate 3rd level qualification in Social Care, or equivalent.-please note your qualification must be eligible for CORU registration ·      Relevant management qualification ·      Previous experience in a similar position in the social care sector is desirable Other duties involved - (duties included but are not limited to the following)Contribute to and participate in the local service planning process and the creative development and ongoing changing needs of the service.Ensure a safe place of work, incorporating Western Care Association’s Dignity at Work Policy and Health & Safety requirement.To promote safety in all environments, in line with the Association’s practices.Use positive approaches to support people who may have behaviours of concern in line with Organisational practice.Other RequirementsFull driver’s license is essentialAll applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting & Reference checksAll applicants from Countries outside the E.U. will be required to provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in Republic of Ireland. This must be submitted along with Application.All applicants will be required to access Overseas Police Clearance if they have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland more than 6 months since the age of 18 yearsEmployment Benefits·      Competitive salary·      Pension and Life Insurance Scheme ·      Annual leave in excess of statutory entitlement·      Premiums including anti-social payments on residential rosters·      Dedicated learning and development·      Flexible working opportunities ·      Staff initiatives e.g. Employee Assistance Programme, Bike-to-Work Scheme·      Sick pay schemeSalary ScaleSocial Care Leader Pay Scale (Scale Range €50,670 to €59,546 per annum)                                            -this is based on full time working hours i.e 37.5HealthApplicants must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to this post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service Application DetailPlease apply by current C.VFurther information available from Ciara Duggan, Area Manager Tel: 087-7908023  full job description available by emailing hr@westerncare.com