Description
Social Care Manager - Limerick/ Tipperary - Mainstream sector - €55,000 - €65,000 DOE
FRS Recruitment is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Social Care Manager to join a Children's Residential service based in the Limerick/ Tipperary location. This service aims to provide a caring, safe environment for young people by providing the intervention necessary to address the issues that are preventing them from living at home, foster care or other community-based services. Its vision is delivered through its core values of client - centred services, committed to being and doing the best for their service users, staff and organisation.
In your new role you will:
- Manage client care to ensure the highest professional standards using an evidence - based approach to ensure clinical efficiency and effectiveness.
- Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, and care practices in line with HIQA Standards, Children First Act 2015, and relevant legislation.
- Lead in the evaluation, implementation and monitoring of Health and Safety legislation within the service.
- Actively promote the participation of the residents in the planning of the centre.
- Manage the staff team efficiently, address staff developmental needs and monitor performance of staff and provide feedback to staff at regular intervals.
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation in line with data protection requirements.
- A minimum QQI Level 7 in Social Care and CORU registration.
- A recognised Managerial Qualification in Health or Social Care.
- A minimum 3 years' experience working in children's residential care, including management or supervisory experience.
- Strong knowledge of HIQA standards, child protection legislation, and best practice in residential care
In return you will receive:
- Comprehensive induction process
- Extensive training programme
- Continuous Professional Development support
- Career progression opportunities
- Competitive salary with increments
- Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
Application Process:
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