Person in Charge Social Care Leader – Mayo.

Person in Charge (PIC) – Children’s Services – Co. Mayo

Medforce are currently recruiting for a Person in Charge (PIC) to join an established children’s care service based in Co. Mayo.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced care professional looking to take on a senior leadership role, overseeing the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care and supporting a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide overall leadership and management of the service.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe and person-centred care.
• Lead, support and develop a team of care and social care professionals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies and standards.
• Oversee care planning, risk management and safeguarding procedures.
• Work closely with children, young people, families and relevant professionals.
• Manage staff performance, supervision, training and development.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all required documentation is completed.
• Participate in audits, inspections and service improvement initiatives.
• Manage staffing, rostering and operational requirements.
• Promote a positive, supportive and therapeutic environment for those in care.

REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant qualification in Social Care, Social Work, Nursing or another related discipline.
• Previous experience in a senior management or leadership position within children’s residential care, disability services or a similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, care planning and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing and developing a multidisciplinary or care team.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of person-centred and trauma-informed approaches.
• Ability to work effectively with children, young people, families and external professionals.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport.
• Right to work in Ireland.
• Garda vetting and satisfactory references.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Senior leadership position within an established care organisation.
• Competitive salary.
• Full-time permanent opportunity.
• Supportive management structure.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

Please send your up to date CV in confidence to [email protected] to be considered for this opportunity.