Posted Date: October 9, ****
Clare, Galway, Limerick | Permanent
What is the position?
The Community Service Coordinator will be responsible for leading a dedicated team in delivering quality standards of care and support to children and adults with physical and sensory support needs, ID, and Autism with a person-centred approach.
Responsible for the operational management and ongoing development of Outreach and New Directions Day services.
This is in line with best practice, and National Policy.
Location: Cappahard, Ennis, Co.
Clare
Type of contract: Permanent full-time
Hours of work: 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday, with occasional evening/weekends
About Resilience
Since **** high-growth Irish company Resilience has continued to lead the way in transforming health and social care in Ireland.
Our essence is to help build resilience in the people we support to bring the possible to life.
Our Disabilities Services provides progressive Residential, Day and Outreach Services for people with Disabilities and Autism – Helping people to realise their potential.
We're looking for passionate people to join our Permanent Team and build a future in rewarding work that truly changes lives.
You'll enjoy a supportive environment that helps you realise your own potential, and with access to upskilling and best practice training you'll grow and develop your career.
Qualifications & Experience
QQI Level 5 Major Award essential, QQI Level 7 desirable (in Health and Social Care or Childcare or pre-Nursing or Youth and Community.)
A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience working in social care or other relevant sector.
Possess a full clean driving licence and access to own vehicle.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A knowledge of New Directions Interim Standards for Day Services.
Key Function
To develop and manage individualised programmes and activities for service users in the areas of personal development, community inclusion health, education, recreation, volunteering, and job opportunities.
Support the day-to-day management of the service location(s).
Responsible for effectively leading, motivating, training and supervising a staff team.
Managing available resources in line with allocated budgets.
To develop and maintain positive relationships with community groups and relevant stakeholders.
Responsible for ensuring the provision of person-centred services in line with the 'National Framework for Person – Centred Planning in Services for Persons with a Disability'.
Benefits
Develop and progress your career through fully funded additional training and development.
Mileage and expenses provided
Discounted health insurance with our healthcare provider.
Earn from our paid Refer-a-Friend scheme.
Fuel discount scheme
Resilience is proud to be an equal opportunity employer