Social Care Leader Job Description
The role of the Social Care Leader (SCL) is to work directly with the Centre Management Team to assist in ensuring the day‑to‑day management of the residential centre. The SCL will retain an integral practice role and ensure that the highest quality of care is provided to young people. The role will encompass administrative duties as well as responsibilities pertaining to the progression and practice of the staff team and the implementation of Placement Plan objectives for young people; ensuring that they are receiving the agreed quality and quantity services.
Job Type: Full Time
Qualifications
QQI Level 8 in Psychology
QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling / Psychotherapy
QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
QQI Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
QQI Level 7 in Social Science / Social Studies
QQI Level 7 in Family Support
Professional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)
Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
QQI Level 7 in Disability Studies
QQI Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
QQI Level 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 years.
BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
Holder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent
Requirements
A full, clean drivers’ licence, valid in Ireland.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Knowledge of the National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres and Children’s First.
Ability to work with young people and challenging behaviour.
Passion to support young people who have experienced trauma in their lives.
Essential Experience
Minimum 2 years’ experience of working at social care grade with young people/children in residential settings.
What we offer
Attractive Salary
Incremental Salary Scale
Support & Development through supervision
Educational Assistance Grants
Career progression within the company
Cycle to Work Scheme
Paid to attend professional training
Team building days.
Caring, Friendly and Positive Workplace Environment
Application Process
Please submit your CV and Cover Letter naming the position you are applying for to jobs@clovercare.ie
www.clovercare.ie
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