We are seeking an experienced Social Care Manager to join us in our new mainstream residential centre. You will work with us to provide a therapeutic model of care to the young people in our centre.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a brand new service focused on providing care to young people aged 13 – 17.
Key Responsibilities
· Create a safe and secure environment for the young people in our care.
· Ensure care and placement plans are in place for each young person and being followed by the team.
· Liaise with the young people, their families, centre staff and external professionals as required.
· Promote the rights of each young person and be attentive to their primary care needs.
· Ensure the centre is clean and well maintained, all vehicles are fully serviced and any hazards are identified and removed.
· Assist with the recruitment and training of all staff.
· Ensure all paperwork is completed and stored correctly.
· Oversee the budget for your centre to ensure it is being used effectively.
· Ensure all policies are being followed and help to develop new policies and procedures as required.
· Ensure adherence to all ACIM's and HIQA standards.
· Adhere to and follow relevant legislation, Childcare Act 1991, Children's Act 2001, Health and Safety Act 2005.
· Governance and oversight to ensure centre is fully compliant.
· Provide supervision to team as required.
Requirements
· Recognised qualification in Social Care or equivalent.
· Minimum of 5 years experience within childrens residential services with at least 2 of those years in a senior role.
· Be eligible to register with CORU
· Training in child protection, trauma-informed care, or therapeutic interventions.
· Experience using care planning and risk assessment tools.
· Full clean Irish driving licence
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €55,000.00-€59,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
* Irish Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person