SERVICE MANAGER

Job title:

SERVICE MANAGER

Company

St. Michael’s House

Job description

Who We Are:St. Michael’s House provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to men, women, and children with disabilities and their families in 170 locations in the greater Dublin Area. It supports 1,953 people and this has an impact on thousands of family members. St. Michael’s House is a company funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE), TUSLA and the Department of Education and Skills. (Figures from 1st May 2021).St. Michael’s House supports include;

• Residential supports and Independent living
• Clinical supports
• Day supports
• Schools
• Respite supports and
• Vocational training services.

Description:SERVICE MANAGER, SPECIFIC PURPOSE CONTRACTService Manager Service Area 3:A temporary Specific Purpose vacancy exists within Service Area 3, Children and Young Persons Services and Support Services, for a Service Manager. Reporting to the Director of Children & Young Persons Services and working closely with the Administration Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for managing and ensuring very high standards of quality care, to both nursing and social care led units in a cluster that consists of a variety of residential, respite and support services for both children and adults. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence service quality and to work with the Children’s Directorate Management team, a motivated and positive group of frontline managers and teams of dedicated and committed staff.The successful candidate will have responsibility for a number of key areas including, human resource management, health, safety and quality assurance, budgets and the implementation of national policies and standards. They will assist the Director of Service in managing the overall service and developing services and supports provided to children and adults in St. Michael’s House. They will also be involved in project work assigned by the Director.Essential RequirementsQualifications:Essential Criteria

• Level 8 qualification in social care, nursing, or other relevant discipline.
• A management qualification.

ExperienceEssential Experience

• At least five years-experience in the disability field.
• Have demonstrated experience of working in Children’s Disability Services.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Will have a proven track record in building and maintaining relationships and strong communication skills at all levels, the ability to foster excellent teamwork and trust in a changing environment, have demonstrated leadership characteristics.
• Have experience in developing and delivering services as they relate to adults and children with disability or complex needs.
• Have an in-depth knowledge and experience of working in a regulated environment and of implementing HIQA standards.
• Experience of managing front line staff and being an effective team player to effect real change in the lives of the people we support, and their families is an integral part of the position.
• This role is both diverse and challenging and will provide the right candidate with excellent opportunities to be part of a team that delivers innovative supports for children and adults with disabilities or complex needs who use our services.

How to Apply: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/74572/?source=intranet&color=undefinedAll the below must be received before the application is deemed complete:

• A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience.
• A detailed cover letter outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position of Service Manager for St. Michael’s House.
• If you have informal requires, please contract by email to Hazel Mulligan – Admin Manager Hazel.Mulligan@smh.ie

Closing Date: 5 pm, 24th January 2025Selection Process:The Selection Process may include:

• Short listing of candidates, based on the information contained in their application and assessment of competencies detailed in respect of the role.
• Competency based interview (face to face interview).
• A presentation on a related topic may form the basis of a second stage interview process.

St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.Skills and attributes:

• At least five years-experience in the disability field
• Level 8 qualification
• Have demonstrated experience of working in Children’s Disability Services

Expected salary

Location

Dublin

Job date

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 03:57:08 GMT

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