Job Title
CE Drugs Rehabilitation Supervisor, CAMDAS (Cavan and Monaghan Drug and Alcohol Service)
Responsible to
Community Employment Sponsoring Committee
Responsible for
Ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of the CE Drug Rehabilitation scheme in relation to the management and coordination of the CE participants, and the financial and material resources of the CE Scheme.
Report to
Service Coordinator and Sponsoring Committee
Objective
The overall objective of the Drug Rehabilitation Community Employment Scheme is to provide training and development opportunities for people working towards recovery from substance use to re-engage them in active community and working life.
MQI CAMDAS Drug Rehabilitation Community Employment (CE) Scheme is dedicated to providing rehabilitation, training, and personal development opportunities to individuals in recovery or working towards recovery from drug and alcohol issues. The scheme is currently funded by two CE Supervisors, who play a vital role in supporting and managing the participants. The scheme accommodates 14 Drug Rehabilitation Participants places and 7 Mainstream Participants please, with the team comprising 4 Support Workers, 2 Administrators, and 1 Grounds/Maintenance person. These roles contribute to the holistic approach of the scheme, working closely with the therapeutic team in CAMDAS as part of a multidisciplinary effort to foster recovery and reintegration into community and working life.
Administration
Ensure the provision of an efficient financial and accounting system in line with CE corporate governance requirements as directed by the Service Coordinator/Finance Department/Sponsoring Organisation
Ensure that financial returns i.e. wage claims, materials claims, and participant development grant claims meet the standard as laid down by DSP
Ensure the implementation of systems controlling the operation of all finances e.g. cheque payments book, petty cash system, debtors, creditors and participant’s payroll, bank account and PRSI returns as directed by the Service Coordinator/Finance Department/Sponsoring Organisation
Ensure payment of participants allowances
Liaise with the local DSP Office as required
Ensure the security of equipment on the scheme as directed by the Service Coordinator/Sponsoring Organisation
Install and manage an effective time keeping record system for participants in the scheme
Liaise with the North East Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force (NERDATF)
Liaise with relevant treatment and recovery support services as required
To work in collaboration with the service supports to maintain participant stability and reduce potential relapse
Liaise with local businesses to secure and maintain positive work experience placements
To be responsible for the preparation of reports, statistics and other information that is required by the Service Coordinator/Sponsor Organisation and Executive Team
Training & Development of CE Participants
Carry out an identification of learner needs including compensatory education, with each participant as part of the Individual Learner Plan (ILP) process
Liaise with related support services to ensure alignment of the ILP with the participant’s care plan for training and development purposes
Identify appropriate training providers by sourcing and co-ordinating cost‑effective training/development opportunities to meet the training needs identified in participants Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and Support Plans, in line with DSP procurement guidelines (Reference CE Procedures Manual)
Prepare an Individual Learner Plan for each participant for submission to DSP for approval in accordance with CE procedures
Provide access to vocational training and recognised qualifications including working towards a Major Award on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or an industry related equivalent
Maintain and update training records for each participant on the scheme as part of their Individual Learner Plans
Monitor and review training inputs with all participants
Plan and organise work placements – internal and external as required
Implement job search and employment related activities with participants
Report on ILP developments to the Service Coordinator/Sponsoring Organisation
Ensure the participant outcomes contained in the approved CE Application are achieved
Fully participate in training provided by the Sponsor Organisation and the DSP
Establish and deliver structured group-work and activity‑based sessions
Human Resources
Implement the CE Recruitment process as put in place by DSP/Sponsoring Organisation
Ensure the DSP referral procedures are in place for each participant
Plan and coordinate the induction process and ensure contracts of employment are in place for all participants
Communicate effectively with all participants on the scheme using one-to-one, group sessions, and team meetings
Develop a mutual understanding with participants in relation to their needs for rehabilitation and recovery, including their ongoing treatment interventions from MQI CAMDAS and other support services
Work with participants to develop long‑term career and progression plans
Address disciplinary matters in relation to participants in accordance with the CE Procedures Manual/MQI and Sponsoring Organisations policies and procedures
Develop an exit plan with each participant identifying follow-up and after‑care supports as required
Manage the staff resources of the scheme as required
Follow‑up and report on participants for up to 4 months on exit from CE
Report to Services Coordinator for individual support, supervisions, performance appraisals, working within the parameters of the MQI/Sponsoring Organisations Policies and Procedures.
Report to the Sponsoring Organisation
Work in accordance with DSP/Sponsoring Organisations Garda Vetting policies and procedure
Financial Monitoringand Programme and Training Monitoring
Ensure the CE scheme is compliant with financial, programme and training monitoring requirements as detailed in the CE Procedures Manual
Scheme Management
Ensure a safe and healthy environment for participants, both in terms of facilities and work practices
Work within the MQI/Sponsoring Organisations policies and procedures
Work within the National Drugs Rehabilitation Framework
Ensure Health and Safety legislation is fully implemented and work with MQI/Sponsoring Health and Safety Policies and Procedures
Ensure the work experience placements approved are in line with the CE application and participant’s ILP
Supervise, schedule and management of the CE participants
Fully participate in all training and development opportunities provided by the Sponsor Organisation and DSP as required for the post
Carry out any other function relevant to the position of a Community Employment Supervisor as indicated by Service Coordinator and Sponsor Organisation
CE Participants Support/Progression
Ensure that the progression targets approved in the CE Scheme Application Form are met
Provide participants with training and education options which support their personal and vocational development
Implement progression options as identified in the ILP, including job search activities and develop an exit plan for participants
Work with local employers to place people in work experience/employment
Develop a database of employers
Person Specification
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
A solid understanding of the role of the Community Employment Supervisor as it pertains to project management and programme delivery to participants in rehabilitation and who present as long‑term unemployed or vulnerable adults
Display responsibility, commitment, and motivation to implement the objectives of the Community Employment Drug Rehabilitation Programme
Demonstrate knowledge of addiction and rehabilitation support services
Demonstrate an understanding of the range of programmes and courses available to unemployed and vulnerable adults
Be familiar with the DSP Referral procedures for CE participants
Have an overview of the National Drug Rehabilitation Framework and the role of CE in supporting recovery from substance use
Desired previous supervisory and people management experience relevant to the post
Previous experience in Business, Financial, Administration, Training, Human Resources, Project Management or a related discipline.
Experience with addiction issues and working with clients towards rehabilitation/recovery
Competent report writing skills
Experience of working with vulnerable individuals and jobseekers
Capable of directing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring jobseekers
Ability to work under the direction of the Service Coordinator/Sponsoring Organisation for the effective implementation of the CE Programme in line with the CE Procedures Manual
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent time management, planning and organisational skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Be able to work part of a multi-disciplinary team
Have a good knowledge of community activities and work
Location
Cavan Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 12 months, this is a DSP funded project.
Hours
39 hours per week
Salary
CE Supervisor will commence at Point 1 of the DSP scale.
Application
If you are interested in applying for this role please click the link below: /merchants-quay-ireland/jobs/28153/ce-supervisor-cavan
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