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.
Assistant Manager (Social Care Worker Grade)
Cheile Creidim & St.Francis Residential Service
Castlebar, Co. Mayo
* Permanent 20 hours per week
* Reference Number 2025-153
* Further information available from, Dannielle O'Donnell Service Manager Tel: 087-4593526 or Email: dodonnell@westerncare.com
Application Details
* Please apply by current C.V.
* Closing date July 4th, 2025
* Please note Panels may be formed as a result of this competition for similar posts within the Organisation
Job Brief
The Assistant Manager will be required to deliver on the vision for people they are supporting through their daily lives. This will include working with a number of people and their families. It will involve supporting people in their respective homes and in their own local community, while also having responsibility for staff rosters and day to day operational management. They will be required to build and develop capacity within staff teams linked to the individuals and other supports to ensure the delivery and implementation of the supports. They will develop a circle of support around the individuals.
We are looking for a highly capable people with an ability to listen, respond and have an emphatic nature. Applicants should have excellent communication skills, good leadership skills and ability to work on own initiative. We believe that being creative, imaginative and highly motivated is key to this role. You will be required to participate in the Management of the Service as per HIQA requirements.
Candidate Requirements
* A genuine understanding and interest in working alongside people in effecting positive opportunities and change in their lives in a meaningful way
* The ability to listen, to see, and respectfully advocate for and on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs, preferences, rights, and dreams
* Have excellent communication skills and a clear understanding of teamwork with the motivation to deliver high-quality facilitation, working alongside individuals, their families, and other disciplines
* Self-motivated and able to manage their time effectively
* Ability to lead a team of staff, including compiling rosters
* Experience working in an Autism Informed Manner
* Experience working in a person and family centered manner
* Interest in connecting someone to their community and supporting development of socially valued roles
* Flexibility will be required from time to time to respond to service demands
* Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations is essential
* Good knowledge of IT skills is preferable
Other duties involved (Duties include 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 in line with Organisational practice.
Qualification Details
* An appropriate 3rd level qualification in Social Care, or equivalent (minimum level 7)
please note your qualification must be eligible for CORU registration
* Qualification in people management an advantage
Other Requirements
* Full driver's license is essential
* All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting & Reference checks
* All 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 years
Employment 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 scheme
Salary Scale
Social Care Worker Pay Scale (Scale Range €33,863 - €50,954 per annum)
this is based on full time working hours i.e. 39 per week
Health
Applicants 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
full job description available by emailing hr@westerncare.com
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