KERRY PARENTS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATION is a voluntary organisation committed to the delivery of life enhancing services and supports, responding to needs, wishes, and choices of people with an intellectual disability, connected to support networks in their communities.
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale.
Applications are invited for the following position:
Post: Centre Manager/ Person in Charge - Cahersiveen Day Service
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (20 hours per week)
Location: Cahersiveen, Co Kerry.
Roster: Mon: 09:00 - 16:30 / Tues & Thurs: 09:00 - 16:00
Rosters may be subject to change due to the operational requirements of the service.
The Role
Cahersiveen community programme supports eight adults with Intellectual disabilities and Autism.
The primary function of this role is to lead, manage and develop high quality day services focusing on capacity building, training and employment options in line with the Association's values and standards.
The Day Services Manager, working in collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders, will ensure that the services and supports being delivered by the Association are developed in response to the needs of the people using the services and their families.
Responsibilities include:
Manage and develop high quality day services focusing on the principles of Person Centred Supports, Social Inclusion, Advocacy and Rights.
Implementation of the HSE New Directions Policy across the Cahersiveen Day Service through the development of new opportunities as part of a change management plan.
Responsibility for the delivery of assessed support needs for all people accessing the Cahersiveen Day Services.
Ensure that the overall staffing needs of the day services are met within budget.
Lead recruitment and interview procedures of new employees.
Lead and support staff teams including staff supervision, rotas, team meetings, debriefing, and training.
Ensure the ongoing training and development of all staff in the day service and be willing to give training wherever suitable and relevant.
Liaise and actively participate with management and staff to foster and develop a consistent standard across the Cahersiveen day service location.
Ensure appropriate liaison between people supported, their network of support, family members and other professionals where applicable.
Ensure consistent planning and high standards of service provision for the people supported.
Ensure the service objectives are set and reviewed regularly with a view to improving and developing the service.
Establish, maintain and monitor standards of performance for all aspects of the service appointed, including the involvement and consultation of the people receiving support.
Manage risk in a systematic way that is embedded in a culture of promoting the dignity of risk while ensuring the safety, welfare and quality of life for those supported by the service.
Ensure compliance with Association policies and procedures, National legislation, New Directions.
Co-ordination of multidisciplinary supports such as psychology, behaviour support, sensory integration, and ensure implementation of recommendations.
Manage the smooth operation of the transport for the day services.
Ensure appropriate resources are available for quality service provision.
Maintain regular communication with the individual’s family or network of support through formal and informal means.
Process and follow up on referrals to the service from HSE, other services and families.
Engage with other external stakeholders to promote and develop opportunities for people we support to engage in valued roles in their community.
Essential requirements we are looking for:
Be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU and hold a minimum Level 7 degree in Social Care (Level 8 desirable).
Hold a CORU approved Social Care Worker qualification and have applied for CORU registration (evidence of application will be necessary) minimum Level 7 degree (Level 8 desirable).
Be registered as a nurse in the General, Intellectual Disability or Psychiatric Division of the Register of Nurses kept by Bord Altranais agus Cnaimhseachais na hEireann (Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland).
Hold a formal management qualification in health or social care (minimum Level 6, e.g., Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Leadership or Management).
At least three years’ management or supervisory experience in the sector, which must include the supervision of staff and volunteers.
Demonstrate evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.
Have a suitable standard of professional attainments.
Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and ability for the proper discharge of the duties of the office).
Be computer literate including proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge and proficiency of using information systems.
An excellent knowledge of statutory regulations, standards, the role of a person in charge and Health Act 2007.
Good understanding of HR processes including grievances, disciplinaries, people management, communication and engagement.
Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a high level of flexibility.
A proven ability to lead and support teams.
Experience of commitment to promoting community presence and ability to demonstrate problem solving skills.
Must have experience of using alternative communication methods.
Other
Hold a full driver’s licence, have proven driving experience and be willing to drive Association vehicles. When using own vehicle for work purposes, the successful applicant must have access to a roadworthy vehicle with valid business insurance, or be able to obtain insurance for business use.
Applicants must have the necessary authorisation to work in Ireland and will be asked to provide supporting documentation during the recruitment process.
Highly desirable requirements
Post-Graduate Diploma or Masters Degree in a relevant discipline.
Previous experience and understanding of how to support individuals with very specific and clinical support requirements and a clear understanding of the importance of working in line with written protocols and guidelines is desirable.
In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in your CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.
Your CV must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted.
Canvassing
Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position.
Employee Benefits
Sick Pay Scheme
Paid Maternity Leave
Flexible Working
Employee Assistance Programme
Pension Scheme
Parking (Site Dependent)
Generous Annual Leave
Access to income continuance scheme
Discounted Health Insurance
Access to training
For informal queries, please contact the Assistant Director of Services at 064-6632742 or by email to sheila.doyle@kpfa.ie.
(A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for the Cahersiveen Services may be filled up to the 31st of December 2026)
Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer.
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