Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Respite Service Manager, managing a service supporting children and young adults. This is a full-time role with responsibilities for day-to-day management of the designated centre and leadership within the team. Position: Respite Service Manager – 169 hours per month.
Responsibilities
* Act as a designated Person in Charge in line with regulation 14 of the Health Act 2007 regulations 2013.
* Support the Head of Operations in delivering quality, person-centred and HIQA-regulatory compliant care.
* Manage a Respite service supporting children and young adults.
* Provide clear direction and day-to-day management of the designated centre, resolving operational issues as they arise.
* Monitor and review the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of services provided.
* Provide emergency management support in an on-call capacity as required.
* Promote the ethos and culture of quality assurance within your location in line with regulations.
* Manage the budget allocation (circa €1.9M) in a manner that meets the needs of the individuals supported and offers best value.
* Develop and maintain effective relationships with families and other agencies involved in service provision.
* Report to the Head of Operations.
Essential qualifications and requirements
* QQI Level 7 BA in Applied Social Studies, Social Care or equivalent, or RNID, RGN, or RCN qualification with NMBI registration.
* A management qualification in Health/Social Care or be in the process of obtaining it.
* CORU Registered or currently in the process of obtaining registration.
* A minimum of 3 years supervisory or management experience.
* Strong communication, leadership and influencing skills.
* Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on current legislation, best practice and individual circumstances.
* Ability to assess situations and act appropriately using analytical and problem-solving processes to meet service needs.
* Strong knowledge of HIQA regulations and standards and relevant legislation.
* Experience in strategic and local change management.
* Competent IT and presentation skills.
* Hold a full clean driving license and have access to a car.
Benefits
* HSE Consolidated Pay Scales
* National Federation Voluntary Bodies Pension Scheme
* Employee Wellbeing Initiatives
* Refer a Friend Scheme
* Christmas Savings Club
* Excellent training opportunities
* Staff Education Loans and Paid Study Leave
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Enhanced Annual Leave
* Paid Maternity and Adoptive Leave, eligibility criteria
* Sick Pay Scheme, eligibility criteria
Salary
As per HSE Social Care Manager pay scale
Closing Date
5pm Thursday 16th October 2025
Job function
* Other
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Industries
* Administrative and Support Services
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