**Job Title:** Family Support Manager
About the Role:
The successful candidate will manage all referrals for a care group that provides fostering and supported lodging services to children and young people who are referred by the relevant authorities.
Main Responsibilities:
* Manage the placement of children/young people by following childcare legislation and regulations, child protection procedures, and the requirements of the relevant acts.
* Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders such as the relevant authorities at various levels, through a business development approach.
* Provide strong leadership through effective management and supervision of all referrals.
* Source pathways to achieve placements by building and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
About You:
You will hold a recognised third level qualification in Social Work or a related field within the Children's Services sector. You will have at least three year's post graduate experience of working directly with children, young people, and families, in a busy environment with a proven track record of achieving positive outcomes and results.
Requirements:
* A recognised third level qualification in Social Work or a related field within the Children's Services sector.
* At least three year's post graduate experience of working directly with children, young people, and families, in a busy environment with a proven track record of achieving positive outcomes and results.
* Valid Garda Clearance and valid Overseas Clearance if you have lived abroad for more than six months.
* A full driver's license with full eligibility to drive in Ireland and access to your own vehicle, as travel will be required for this post.
We are looking for someone who is:
* Pro-active and dynamic with a 'can do' attitude.
* Able to work on your own initiative in a creative and flexible manner.
* Able to work under pressure and handle changing priorities.