Care Supervisor
Are you an experienced Carer or Healthcare Assistant looking to advance your career? Do you have a passion for making a real difference in people’s lives while taking on a leadership role?
The role of the Home Care Supervisor is to develop the clinical and practice expertise of health and social care assistants within the Bluebird Care organisation. They will have a key role in supporting and managing the performance, practice and functional elements of the care assistant role. This is a full-time role based in our Navan office servicing the County of Meath.
Responsibilities
* Conduct scheduled and unannounced care supervision visits in a wide variety of home care settings across Co.Meath
* Conduct client assessments and develop personalised care plans.
* Oversee the accurate maintenance of supervision records
* Participate in care activities as part of the care supervision process
* Conduct Home Environment Risk Assessments and complete care plans to reflect the same
* Complete care plan reviews and service reviews
* Give care assistants appropriate information and guidance to effectively and safely provide care and support as agreed in the care and support plan.
* Support, supervise and assist with training of care assistants
* Employ a best practice approach in the care of customers
* Work under the direction and supervision of the Area Operations Manager
* Appraise the practice performance of care assistants and comply with allocated practice supervisions
* Build positive relationships with clients, families and colleagues.
* Provide ongoing training and mentorship to Carers.
Qualifications
* QQI/FETAC L5 Major award for Health Care Skills (Full Modules)
* L6 Supervisory Management essential (healthcare industry desirable). Level 6 an advantage but not essential as training can be provided
* Computer literacy/administration is desirable
* Patient Moving and Handling
* Risk Assessment knowledge is desirable
Experience
* Experience as a Carer, Healthcare Assistant, or in a similar supervisory role, preferably within the home care industry.
* Have a relevant health or social care background
* Previous experience of risk assessment and person‑centred care and support planning
* Experience of working in a home care services environment is desirable
* Full Driver’s Licence and access to your own vehicle – essential for this role
Core Skills (Essential)
* Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
* Good understanding of the needs of people who require care and support at home and the principles of good care practice
* Ability to work independently and work as part of a team
* Ability to delegate tasks efficiently
* Ability to teach, mentor and supervise
* Good record‑keeping and report writing
* Ability to respond appropriately in an emergency situation
* Neat professional dress and appearance
* Punctuality
* Customer advocate
* Attention to detail and a high standard of work performance
Employment Type
* Full‑time role based in our Navan office servicing County Meath.
* Office/Client homes in Co. Meath
* Monday to Friday (9am – 5.30pm)
* Annual leave: 21 days per annum including Good Friday
* Tax‑free bonus up to €1,500 per year (€500 in summer, €1,000 in December); fully discretionary
* Yearly salary review and percentage increase based on performance appraisal
* Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme
Employee Perks
* Employee Wellness Programme
* 24/7 support from our local Care Management Team
* Positive team culture with regular staff events and celebrations
* Employee of the Month – €50 voucher
* Annual Loyalty Bonus – €250 (Part Time) / €500 (Full time), tax‑free
* Christmas gifts & festive raffle
* Employee of the Year Awards
* Refer a Friend Bonus – €500 for you + €500 for your referral
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Free uniforms and PPE
* Clear opportunities for career growth and promotion
Closing Date for applications: Friday 28th November
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