Assistant Manager Residential Service, Ballina, Co.
Mayo
Location:
On site / Ballina, Co.
Mayo, Ireland
Job Type:
Permanent / Full-time
Sector and Subsector:
Voluntary/Charity | Fundraising
Salary:
Competitive salary
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)
Greenlands Residential Service
Ballina Co.
Mayo
Permanent 39 hours per week
Reference Number: ********A
Application Process
Apply with a current C.V.
For further enquiries, please contact: Susan Lavelle, Service Manager Tel: ***********
Job Brief
We are seeking dedicated, motivated, and reliable Social Care Workers to join our organisation.
In this role, you will support individuals to live meaningful and fulfilling lives in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.
You will work alongside individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, equality, and achieve their personal goals.
This role also involves advocating for individuals' needs, preferences, and rights, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of Individual Plans.
Social Care Worker applicants must meet the following criteria:
Have Coru Registration to practice as a Social Care Worker
Hold a qualification recognised by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU (as listed on the CORU website: ).
Eligible qualifications must fall under one of the following categories: Approved Qualifications, Schedule 3 Qualifications, Sufficiently Relevant Qualifications
Provide confirmation of an ongoing application for registration with CORU.
Candidate Requirements
Genuine commitment to supporting individuals in achieving positive opportunities and meaningful change in their lives.
Experience working in a person and family-centered manner.
Strong understanding and appreciation of equality, inclusion, and quality of life for all individuals.
Ability to listen, understand, and respectfully advocate for individuals regarding their needs, preferences, rights, and aspirations.
Enthusiasm and dedication to upholding the ethos and values of the service.
Experience in facilitating and supporting people with high and/or complex needs.
Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative approach to teamwork, and the motivation to deliver high-quality facilitation alongside individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to be innovative and creative in-service responses.
Experience in leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
Experience supporting service development or quality improvement initiatives.
Self-motivated with effective time-management skills.
Understanding of budget awareness and financial accountability in service settings.
Working knowledge of New Directions standards (Day Services).
Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations essential.
Willingness to demonstrate flexibility to meet service demands as required.
Good knowledge of IT systems and applications is preferred.
Other Duties Involved
Contribute to and actively participate in the local service planning process, supporting the creative development and responding to the ongoing and changing needs of the service.
Provide personal care and practical support to individuals as required.
Ensure a safe and respectful workplace, adhering to the organisation's Dignity at Work Policy and all Health & Safety requirements.
Promote safety in all environments in line with the Association's practices and guidelines.
Use positive and proactive approaches to support individuals who may present challenging behaviours, consistent with organisational policies and best practice.
Other Requirements
Full driver's licence is essential.
All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting and Reference checks.
Applicants from countries outside the E.U. must provide relevant work authorisation to take up employment in the Republic of Ireland.
This documentation must be submitted with the application.
Applicants who have lived outside the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for more than six months since the age of 16 will be required to provide Overseas Police Clearance.
Competitive salary in line with Department of Health consolidated scales.
Premium payments, including anti-social hours payments on residential rosters.
Pension and Life Insurance Scheme.
Generous annual leave often exceeding statutory entitlement.
Dedicated learning and opportunities for career progression.
Flexible working arrangements where feasible.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which includes counselling support.
Bike-to-Work Scheme.
Health
Applicants must be fully competent and capable of performing the duties of this role and be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of providing regular, reliable and efficient service.
Full job descriptions available by emailing ******
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