The company We are a family run company with over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of care and support. Quality is at the heart of everything that we do. We place immense value in our staff and support them through ongoing training, development, and routes for progression. Children’s Care Ireland aim to become innovators in the field of children’s residential care, setting higher standards to enhance and improve the lives of each and every child in our care. Our homes are modern and homely and provide the optimum environment for the delivery of empathetic care and support. Join us as we establish our Children’s Care Service and raise the bar in the provision of children’s care. Up to an additional €8000 per year for sleep ins. We are seeking to build a team of professionals who are passionate and committed. We offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing routes for progression and development. The role Children’s Care Ireland are seeking dedicated and compassionate Social Care Leaders to be part of the team at their new children’s residential facility in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. Working in a supervisory role and in collaboration with the Home Manager, you will help guide the team in the delivery of high-quality social care in a safe and therapeutic environment in accordance with regulatory requirements and our policies and procedures. Principal responsibilities To work directly with the young people in a home-like setting, developing a therapeutic, professional, and caring relationship to ensure that their physical, psychological, social, and emotional needs are met. To assist the management team in creating and maintaining a caring, safe, stable, and professional environment for both the young people to live in and the staff to work in. To assist in the development of educational plans and support participation in recreational activities. To keep accurate and up-to-date records and reports in respect of individual young people and the daily activities of the home. Oversee budgets for young people including clothing budgets, holiday budgets, school budgets, and family access budgets. Attend and contribute at meetings such as Child in Care Reviews / Looked After Reviews, Placement Planning Meetings, and other relevant multi-disciplinary meetings. Oversee, write, and edit all reports when submitted for meetings and reviews. Take responsibility for the effective and efficient running of shifts. Oversee, supervise, and develop the skills of staff in their daily working practice. Support management with the in-house induction of new staff and complete supervision both formal and informal with new staff. Promote and actively encourage the delivery of a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Complete identified pieces of monitoring work as directed by management. Complete internal audits on key work files to ensure all is in line with National Standards and company policy and procedures. Undertake the role of Designated Liaison Person (DLP) for Child Protection within the home. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team both within the home and with external agencies. Ensure and undertake supervisory responsibilities, including the written supervision of care team support workers, within legislative time scales. To comply with relevant Health and Safety including Fire Safety policy and procedures. Participate in training and continued professional development undertaking all relevant training as required. Ensure the delivery of all key worker areas and responsibilities. Participate in shift patterns which will include evenings, weekends, and sleepovers. There may be occasions where there may have to be waking nights depending on the needs and risks presented by the young people. Participate in the on-call rota as and when required. Qualifications Required Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the following: Social Care Social Work Health and Social Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy Youth & Community Teaching Nursing Social Science Addiction Counselling Counselling / Psychotherapy Family Support Disability Studies Applied Behavioural Analysis Level 8 qualification (Honours degree) or above in one of the following: Psychology Other qualifications: Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) Experience Required: 2 years relevant experience working with children/young people from challenging backgrounds. Successfully completed Key working roles (or equivalent) for a minimum of 6 months. Up-to-date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding. Experience of multi-disciplinary working with a range of professionals in the industry. Ability to deliver reports and meet deadlines. Full driving licence. Flexible approach to meet business needs. We reserve the right to enhance the criteria at shortlisting stage. Childrens Care Ireland are an Equal Opportunities Employer. IND008 Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to €45,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Application question(s): Do you have a minimum of 2 years relevant experience working with children/young people from challenging backgrounds? Do you have up-to-date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding? What qualifications do you hold, that you believe would make you suited to this role? Please note, this must be to a level 7 or above. Are you able to travel to Co. Donegal? Please note this role is not suitable for sponsorship. Licence/Certification: Driving licence (required) Work authorisation: Ireland (required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr
Post: Home Manager Location: County Donegal Salary: €60k The company We are a family run company with over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of care and support. Quality is at the heart of everything that we do. We place great value in our staff and support them through ongoing training, development, and routes for progression. The role Childrens Care Ireland is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, organised and professional Home Manager to be part of the team at their new children’s residential facility in Co. Donegal. As Home Manager, you will manage the home in accordance with its Statement of Purpose and ensure the maintenance of a safe and caring environment in accordance with relevant childcare legislation, national standards and Children’s Care Ireland Policies and Procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: To ensure that all care practices comply with relevant childcare legislation, National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres and best practice. To actively promote, participate in and ensure the provision of high standards of physical care, hygiene and safety for all children resident in the Home. To manage the home to meet the expressed needs of the individual children and promote positive outcomes for them. To participate in the pre-admission and admission processes to ensure that the placement needs of the child are fully identified and individual care plans are in place to meet these needs. To ensure that individual care plans are developed, implemented and monitored in accordance with agreed standards. To attend and contribute to planning meetings, statutory reviews, management team meetings and other meetings as required, representing the Home positively and acting as an advocate for the child and their family where necessary. To contribute to the development and maintenance of good working relationships with parents, social workers, teachers, doctors, and all other relevant professionals and agencies. To ensure that the young people’s views and wishes are sought and acted upon where appropriate. To ensure that the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) model is fully integrated within the home’s care practices and to monitor and evaluate their application. To ensure monthly summary reports/weekly reports on Children’s placements are provided to the Social Worker. To attend court and furnish the court with updated court reports. To ensure that regular statistics are provided in updating the census held on young people. To carry out regular audits of care standards and practices within the home and develop creative ways of engaging young people in this process. To contribute to the development and implementation of governance systems within the company to ensure continuous improvement in the quality of service provided. To help create and develop links between the home and the local community. (2) STAFF MANAGEMENT: To provide leadership and guidance. To organize and manage staff on a day-to-day basis to maintain 24-hour staff cover and consistent care. To assist in the induction of new staff to acquire an understanding of their roles and responsibilities. To provide professional supervision to staff and participate in staff appraisal in accordance with Children’s Care Ireland policies and procedures. To ensure effective communication within the staff team regarding operational practice, including systematic handovers between relevant staff, accurate and detailed recording by all staff, and regular staff meetings. To assist and support staff with the production of written reports. To implement Children’s Care human resource policies when required including participating in the staff selection process, appraisal process, management of absence etc. To promote a positive culture of learning and development within the staff team. To develop an annual team training and development plan based on an analysis of individual training needs, the needs of residents and any external factors. (3) MANAGEMENT OF FINANCES: To assist with budgetary control in terms of verifying monthly returns, mileage sheets and accounts for payment where required. To ensure that financial procedures regarding children’s allowances, pocket money, clothing etc. are adhered to by staff within the home. To ensure petty cash policy is adhered to by staff within the home and the completion of monthly petty cash returns to Finance. (4) MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES: To create a homely setting with which children can identify. To ensure the maintenance and promotion of a safe environment that complies with health and safety and other legal requirements. To ensure the outside of the building, the grounds, equipment, and vehicles are maintained in good condition, encouraging staff and children to care for their surroundings and make best use of available resources. (5) PERSONAL: To promote high standards of child care practice. To take appropriate action to deal immediately with poor practice and report to the Directors when aware of such practice in any circumstances. To continually develop own professional knowledge and skills by participating in supervision, attending courses and study days to develop and broaden awareness and skills in accordance with the Home’s staff development and training plan. To participate with on-call and undertake sleeping-in duties if required. To supervise students where appropriate (subject to completion of practice teacher or similar training). This job description is not definitive or restrictive and should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the post holder will work. It will be subject to periodic review to ensure it continues to meet the future needs of Childrens Care Ireland. Essential Criteria: Minimum Level 8 degree in Social Care/Work. 4 years’ experience of working in a social care environment with children. A full driving licence with access to a car and business insurance. Experience Required: Previous management experience preferred. Up to date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding. Experience of multi-disciplinary working with a range of professionals in the industry. Ability to deliver reports and meet deadlines. Full driving licence. Flexible approach to meet business needs. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: €60,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension. Schedule: Monday to Friday. Weekend availability. Application question(s): Do you have a minimum of 4 years experience working in children's residential? Do you have a driving licence and access to a car that holds business insurance? Are you able to travel and work in Co. Donegal? Work authorisation: Ireland (required). Work Location: In person Reference ID: Home Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr
Post: Home Manager Location: Co. Louth Salary: €60k The company We are a family run company with over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of care and support. Quality is at the heart of out everything that we do. We place great value in our staff and support them through ongoing training, development, and routes for progression. The role Childrens Care Ireland is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, organised and professional Home Manager to be part of the team at their new children’s residential facility near Co. Louth. As Home Manager, you will manage the home in accordance with it’s Statement of Purpose and to ensure the maintenance of a safe and caring environment in accordance with relevant childcare legislation, national standards and Children’s Care Ireland Policies and Procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - To ensure that all care practices comply with relevant childcare legislation, National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres and best practice. - To actively promote, participate in and ensure the provision of high standards of physical care, hygiene and safety for all children resident in the Home. - To manage the home so as to meet as far as possible the expressed needs of the individual children, and to promote positive outcomes for them. - To participate in the pre-admission and admission processes to ensure that the placement needs of the child are fully identified and individual care plans in place to meet these needs. - To ensure that individual care plans are developed, implemented and monitored in accordance with agreed standards. - To attend and contribute to planning meetings, statutory reviews, management team meetings and other meetings as required, representing the Home in a positive fashion and where necessary, acting as an advocate for the child and their family. - To contribute to the development and maintenance of good working relationships with parents and other family members, social workers, teachers, doctors, and all other relevant professionals and agencies. - To ensure that the young people’s views and wishes are sought and acted upon where appropriate. - To ensure that the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) model is fully integrated within the homes care practices and to monitor and evaluate their application. - To ensure monthly summary reports/weekly reports on Children’s placements are provided to the Social Worker. - To attend court and furnish the court with updated court reports. - To ensure that regular statistics are provided in updating the census held on young in people - To carry out regular audits of care standards and practices within the home and develop creative ways of engaging young people in this process. - To contribute to the development and implementation of governance systems within the company to ensure continuous improvement in the quality of service provided. - To help create and develop links between the home and the local community. (2) STAFF MANAGEMENT: - To provide leadership and guidance. - To organize and manage staff on a day to day basis in order to maintain 24 hours staff cover and consistent care. - To assist in the induction of new staff so that they can acquire an understanding of their role and responsibilities. - To provide professional supervision to staff and participate in staff appraisal in accordance with Children’s Care Ireland policies and procedures. - To ensure effective communication within the staff team regarding operational practice, including systematic handovers between relevant staff, accurate and detailed recording by all staff, and regular staff meetings. - To assist and support staff with the production of written reports. - To implement Children’s Care human resource policies when required including participating in the staff selection process, appraisal process, management of absence etc. - To promote a positive culture of learning and development within the staff team. - To develop on an annual basis a team training and development plan based on an analysis of individual training needs, the needs of residents and any external factors. (3) MANAGEMENT OF FINANCES: - To assist with budgetary control in terms of verifying monthly returns, mileage sheets and accounts for payment where required. - To ensure that financial procedures re: children’s allowances, pocket money, clothing etc are adhered to by staff within the home. - To ensure petty cash policy is adhered to by staff within the home and the completion of monthly petty cash returns to Finance (4) MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES: - To create a homely setting with which children can identify. - To ensure the maintenance and promotion of a safe environment that complies with health and safety and other legal requirements. - To ensure the outside of the building, the grounds, equipment, vehicles are maintained in good condition, encouraging staff and children to care for their surroundings and make best use of available resources. (5) PERSONAL: - To promote high standards of child care practice. - To take appropriate action to deal immediately with poor practice and to report to the Directors when aware of such practice in any circumstances. - To continually develop own professional knowledge and skills, by participating in supervision, attending courses and study days to develop and broaden awareness and skills in accordance with the Homes’ staff development and training plan. - To participate with on call and undertake sleeping-in duties if required - To supervise students where appropriate (subject to completion of practice teacher or similar training). This job description is not definitive or restrictive and should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the post holder will work. It will be subject to periodic review in order to ensure it continues to meet the future needs of Childrens Care Ireland Essential Criteria: Minimum Level 8 degree in Social Care/Work 4 years’ experience of working in a social care environment with children A full driving licence with access to a car and business insurance. Experience Required: Previous management experience preferred Up to date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding Experience of multi-disciplinary working with a range of professionals in the industry Ability to deliver reports and meet deadlines. Full driving licence Flexible approach to meet business needs. IND002 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: €60,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Application question(s): Do you have a minimum of 4 years experience working in children's residential? Do you have a driving licence and access to a car that holds business insurance? Are you able to travel and work in Co. Louth? Work authorisation: Ireland (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Home Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr
The company We are a family run company with over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of care and support. Quality is at the heart of everything that we do. We place immense value in our staff and support them through ongoing training, development, and routes for progression. Children’s Care Ireland aim become to become innovators in the field of children’s residential care, setting higher standards to enhance and improve the lives of each and every child in our care. Our homes are modern and homely and provide the optimum environment for the delivery of empathetic care and support. Join us as we establish our Children’s Care Service and raise the bar in the provision of children’s care. €2000 joining bonus* Up to an additional €8000 per year for sleep ins We are seeking to build a team of professionals who are passionate and committed. We offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing routes for progression and development. The role Children’s Care Ireland are seeking dedicated and compassionate and Social Care Leaders to be part of the team at their new children’s residential facility in Co Dublin. Working in a supervisory role and in collaboration with the Home Manager you will help guide the team in the delivery of high-quality social care in a safe and therapeutic environment in accordance regulatory requirements and our policies and procedures. Principal responsibilities To work directly with the young people in a home like setting, developing a therapeutic, professional, and caring relationship to ensure that their physical, psychological, social, and emotional needs are met. To assist the management team in creating and maintaining a caring, safe, stable, and professional environment for both the young people to live in and the staff to work in. To assist in the development of educational plans and support participation in recreational activities To keep accurate and up to date records and reports in respect of individual young people and the daily activities of the home. Oversee budgets for young people including clothing budgets, holiday budgets, school budgets and family access budgets. Attend and contribute at meetings such as Child in Care Reviews / Looked After Reviews, Placement Planning Meetings and other relevant multi-disciplinary meetings. Oversee, write, and edit all reports when submitted for meeting and reviews. Take responsibility for the effective and efficient running of shifts. Oversee, supervise, and develop the skills of staff in their daily working practice. Support management with the in-house induction of new staff and complete supervision both formal and informal with new staff Promote and actively encourage the delivery of a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Complete identified pieces of monitoring work as directed by management. Complete internal audits on key work files to ensure all is in line with National Standards and company policy and procedures. Undertake role of Designated Liaison Person (DLP) for Child Protection within the home Work as part of a multidisciplinary team both within the home and with external agencies Ensure and undertake supervisory responsibilities, including the written supervision of care team support workers, within legislative time scales. To comply with relevant Health and Safety including Fire Safety policy and procedures Participate in training and continued professional development undertaking all relevant training as required. Ensure the delivery of all key worker areas and responsibilities. Participate in shift patterns which will include, evenings, weekend, and sleepovers. There may be occasions where there may have to be waking nights depending on the needs and risks presented by the young people. Participate in the on-call rota as and when required. Qualifications Required Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the following: Social Care Social Work Health and Social Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy Youth & Community Teaching Nursing Social Science Addiction Counselling Counselling / Psychotherapy Family Support Disability Studies Applied Behavioural Analysis Level 8 qualification (Honours degree) or above in one of the following: Psychology Other qualifications: Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) Experience Required: 2 years relevant experience working with children/young people from challenging backgrounds. Successfully completed Key working roles (or equivalent) for a minimum of 6 months Up to date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding Experience of multi-disciplinary working with a range of professionals in the industry Ability to deliver reports and meet deadlines. Full driving licence Flexible approach to meet business needs. We reserve the right to enhance the criteria at shortlisting stage Childrens Care Ireland are an Equal Opportunities Employer IND011 Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to €45,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Application question(s): Do you have a minimum of 2 years relevant experience working with children/young people from challenging backgrounds. Do you have up to date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding What qualifications do you hold, that you believe would make you suited to this role? Please note, this must be to a level 7 or above. Are you able to travel to Co. Dublin? please note this role is not suitable for sponsorship. Licence/Certification: driving licence (required) Work authorisation: Ireland (required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr
The company Children's Care Ireland is a family run company with over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of care and support. Quality is at the heart of everything that we do. We place immense value in our staff and support them through ongoing training, development, and routes for progression. Children’s Care Ireland aim become to become innovators in the field of children’s residential care, setting higher standards to enhance and improve the lives of each and every child in our care. Our homes are modern and homely and provide the optimum environment for the delivery of empathetic care and support. Join us as we establish our Children’s Care Service and raise the bar in the provision of children’s care. We are seeking to build a team of professionals who are passionate and committed. We offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing routes for progression and development. A HIGHER RATE FOR SUNDAYS - T&C apply Up to an additional €8000 per year for sleep ins. The role Children’s Care Ireland are seeking dedicated and compassionate and social care workers to be part of the team at their new children’s residential facility in Co, Dublin. Working as part of a team you will be responsible for providing high quality social care in a safe and therapeutic environment in accordance regulatory requirements and Ann’s policies and procedures. Principal responsibilities To work directly with the young people in a home like setting, developing a therapeutic, professional, and caring relationship to ensure that their physical, psychological, social, and emotional needs are met. Accompany the young people to appointments, meetings, holidays and outings where appropriate. To work in partnership with the young people and their families/ significant others to build, maintain and support relationships where appropriate. To assist in the development of educational plans and support participation in recreational activities. To participate in daily handovers , team meetings, Care planning meetings/ Looked After Review meetings and other meetings as required. Ensure any relevant information pertaining to the young people is appropriately handed over to colleagues / management during handovers and before the end of your shift. Undertake key worker responsibilities ensuring that young person’s files are kept up to date, appropriate information is in place, be a key contact for that young person’s network such as their Social Workers, Teachers, Guardian ad Litems and family where appropriate. Managing and overseeing daily petty cash ensuring proper recording of receipts, safe keeping of monies and any other valuables within the home. To comply with relevant Health and Safety including Fire Safety policy and procedures Participate in training and continued professional development through probation and appraisals. To foster good working relationships with professionals from other disciplines and agencies. To keep accurate and up to date records and reports in respect of individual young people and the daily activities of the home. Inform line management of any concerns you may have in relation to the welfare of the young people and any safeguarding concerns you may have in relation to the young people. Report any concerns in relation to the behaviours or conduct of other staff to line management. Participate in formal supervision with line management in accordance with Ann’s Children’s Care policy and procedures and in line with the National Standards. To carry out general housework and preparation of meals, involving the children as appropriate. Participate in shift patterns which will include, evenings, weekend, and sleepovers. There may be occasions where there may have to be waking nights depending on the needs and risks presented by the young people.. Qualifications Required Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the following: Social Care Social Work Health and Social Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy Youth & Community Teaching Nursing Social Science Addiction Counselling Counselling / Psychotherapy Family Support Disability Studies Applied Behavioural Analysis Level 8 qualification (Honours degree) or above in one of the following: Psychology Other qualifications: Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) Experience Required: Full clean driving licence Experience of working with children and young people in care and /or experience of working with children and young people in a residential setting desirable but not essential Ability to work in regulated activity, care for and supervise young persons Flexible – willing and able to adapt to changing circumstances, shift patterns and expectation We reserve the right to enhance the criteria at shortlisting stage Children's Care Ireland are an Equal Opportunities Employer IND011 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: €35,000.00-€41,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Application question(s): Do you have experience working with children and young people in care and /or experience of working with children and young people in a residential setting What qualifications do you hold, that you believe would make you suited to this role? Please note, this must be to a level 7 or above. Are you able to travel to the Co. Dublin area? please note this role is not suitable for sponsorship. Licence/Certification: driving licence (required) Work authorisation: Ireland (required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr
Post: Home Manager Location: County Dublin Salary: €60k The company We are a family run company with over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of care and support. Quality is at the heart of out everything that we do. We place great value in our staff and support them through ongoing training, development, and routes for progression. The role Childrens Care Ireland is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, organised and professional Home Manager to be part of the team at their new children’s residential facility in Co. Monaghan. As Home Manager, you will manage the home in accordance with it’s Statement of Purpose and to ensure the maintenance of a safe and caring environment in accordance with relevant childcare legislation, national standards and Children’s Care Ireland Policies and Procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - To ensure that all care practices comply with relevant childcare legislation, National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres and best practice. - To actively promote, participate in and ensure the provision of high standards of physical care, hygiene and safety for all children resident in the Home. - To manage the home so as to meet as far as possible the expressed needs of the individual children, and to promote positive outcomes for them. - To participate in the pre-admission and admission processes to ensure that the placement needs of the child are fully identified and individual care plans in place to meet these needs. - To ensure that individual care plans are developed, implemented and monitored in accordance with agreed standards. - To attend and contribute to planning meetings, statutory reviews, management team meetings and other meetings as required, representing the Home in a positive fashion and where necessary, acting as an advocate for the child and their family. - To contribute to the development and maintenance of good working relationships with parents and other family members, social workers, teachers, doctors, and all other relevant professionals and agencies. - To ensure that the young people’s views and wishes are sought and acted upon where appropriate. - To ensure that the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) model is fully integrated within the homes care practices and to monitor and evaluate their application. - To ensure monthly summary reports/weekly reports on Children’s placements are provided to the Social Worker. - To attend court and furnish the court with updated court reports. - To ensure that regular statistics are provided in updating the census held on young in people - To carry out regular audits of care standards and practices within the home and develop creative ways of engaging young people in this process. - To contribute to the development and implementation of governance systems within the company to ensure continuous improvement in the quality of service provided. - To help create and develop links between the home and the local community. (2) STAFF MANAGEMENT: - To provide leadership and guidance. - To organize and manage staff on a day to day basis in order to maintain 24 hours staff cover and consistent care. - To assist in the induction of new staff so that they can acquire an understanding of their role and responsibilities. - To provide professional supervision to staff and participate in staff appraisal in accordance with Children’s Care Ireland policies and procedures. - To ensure effective communication within the staff team regarding operational practice, including systematic handovers between relevant staff, accurate and detailed recording by all staff, and regular staff meetings. - To assist and support staff with the production of written reports. - To implement Children’s Care human resource policies when required including participating in the staff selection process, appraisal process, management of absence etc. - To promote a positive culture of learning and development within the staff team. - To develop on an annual basis a team training and development plan based on an analysis of individual training needs, the needs of residents and any external factors. (3) MANAGEMENT OF FINANCES: - To assist with budgetary control in terms of verifying monthly returns, mileage sheets and accounts for payment where required. - To ensure that financial procedures re: children’s allowances, pocket money, clothing etc are adhered to by staff within the home. - To ensure petty cash policy is adhered to by staff within the home and the completion of monthly petty cash returns to Finance (4) MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES: - To create a homely setting with which children can identify. - To ensure the maintenance and promotion of a safe environment that complies with health and safety and other legal requirements. - To ensure the outside of the building, the grounds, equipment, vehicles are maintained in good condition, encouraging staff and children to care for their surroundings and make best use of available resources. (5) PERSONAL: - To promote high standards of child care practice. - To take appropriate action to deal immediately with poor practice and to report to the Directors when aware of such practice in any circumstances. - To continually develop own professional knowledge and skills, by participating in supervision, attending courses and study days to develop and broaden awareness and skills in accordance with the Homes’ staff development and training plan. - To participate with on call and undertake sleeping-in duties if required - To supervise students where appropriate (subject to completion of practice teacher or similar training). This job description is not definitive or restrictive and should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the post holder will work. It will be subject to periodic review in order to ensure it continues to meet the future needs of Childrens Care Ireland Essential Criteria: Minimum Level 8 degree in Social Care/Work 4 years’ experience of working in a social care environment with children A full driving licence with access to a car and business insurance. Experience Required: Previous management experience preferred Up to date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding Experience of multi-disciplinary working with a range of professionals in the industry Ability to deliver reports and meet deadlines. Full driving licence Flexible approach to meet business needs. IND011 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: €60,000.00 per year Additional pay: Signing bonus Benefits: Company pension Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Application question(s): Do you have a minimum of 4 years experience working in children's residential? Do you have a driving licence and access to a car that holds business insurance? Are you able to travel and work in Co. Dublin? Work authorisation: Ireland (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Home Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr
The company We are a family run company with over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of care and support. Quality is at the heart of everything that we do. We place immense value in our staff and support them through ongoing training, development, and routes for progression. Children’s Care Ireland aim become to become innovators in the field of children’s residential care, setting higher standards to enhance and improve the lives of each and every child in our care. Our homes are modern and homely and provide the optimum environment for the delivery of empathetic care and support. Join us as we establish our Children’s Care Service and raise the bar in the provision of children’s care. €2000 joining bonus* Up to an additional €8000 per year for sleep ins We are seeking to build a team of professionals who are passionate and committed. We offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing routes for progression and development. The role Children’s Care Ireland are seeking dedicated and compassionate and Social Care Leaders to be part of the team at their new children’s residential facility in Co Monaghan. Working in a supervisory role and in collaboration with the Home Manager you will help guide the team in the delivery of high-quality social care in a safe and therapeutic environment in accordance regulatory requirements and our policies and procedures. Principal responsibilities To work directly with the young people in a home like setting, developing a therapeutic, professional, and caring relationship to ensure that their physical, psychological, social, and emotional needs are met. To assist the management team in creating and maintaining a caring, safe, stable, and professional environment for both the young people to live in and the staff to work in. To assist in the development of educational plans and support participation in recreational activities To keep accurate and up to date records and reports in respect of individual young people and the daily activities of the home. Oversee budgets for young people including clothing budgets, holiday budgets, school budgets and family access budgets. Attend and contribute at meetings such as Child in Care Reviews / Looked After Reviews, Placement Planning Meetings and other relevant multi-disciplinary meetings. Oversee, write, and edit all reports when submitted for meeting and reviews. Take responsibility for the effective and efficient running of shifts. Oversee, supervise, and develop the skills of staff in their daily working practice. Support management with the in-house induction of new staff and complete supervision both formal and informal with new staff Promote and actively encourage the delivery of a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Complete identified pieces of monitoring work as directed by management. Complete internal audits on key work files to ensure all is in line with National Standards and company policy and procedures. Undertake role of Designated Liaison Person (DLP) for Child Protection within the home Work as part of a multidisciplinary team both within the home and with external agencies Ensure and undertake supervisory responsibilities, including the written supervision of care team support workers, within legislative time scales. To comply with relevant Health and Safety including Fire Safety policy and procedures Participate in training and continued professional development undertaking all relevant training as required. Ensure the delivery of all key worker areas and responsibilities. Participate in shift patterns which will include, evenings, weekend, and sleepovers. There may be occasions where there may have to be waking nights depending on the needs and risks presented by the young people. Participate in the on-call rota as and when required. Qualifications Required Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the following: Social Care Social Work Health and Social Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy Youth & Community Teaching Nursing Social Science Addiction Counselling Counselling / Psychotherapy Family Support Disability Studies Applied Behavioural Analysis Level 8 qualification (Honours degree) or above in one of the following: Psychology Other qualifications: Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) Experience Required: 2 years relevant experience working with children/young people from challenging backgrounds. Successfully completed Key working roles (or equivalent) for a minimum of 6 months Up to date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding Experience of multi-disciplinary working with a range of professionals in the industry Ability to deliver reports and meet deadlines. Full driving licence Flexible approach to meet business needs. We reserve the right to enhance the criteria at shortlisting stage Childrens Care Ireland are an Equal Opportunities Employer IND010 Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to €45,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Application question(s): Do you have a minimum of 2 years relevant experience working with children/young people from challenging backgrounds. Do you have up to date knowledge of legislation surrounding Residential Childcare and Safeguarding What qualifications do you hold, that you believe would make you suited to this role? Please note, this must be to a level 7 or above. Do you live in Co. Louth. Are you able to travel to Ardee? please note this role is not suitable for sponsorship. Licence/Certification: driving licence (required) Work authorisation: Ireland (required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr
