Social Care Worker - Team Leader

FRS Recruitment ·www.frsrecruitment.com

Location Kilkenny, Kilkenny, Ireland
Work type Hybrid
Salary EUR 41,260 - 56,717 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Healthcare & Medical
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Aurora Enriching Lives, Enriching Communities

Social Care Worker Team Leader – Permanent Contract – Full Time

“Do you have the vision & passion to be a key driver and champion of supporting people to live determined lives”

Aurora provides residential and day services for adults with Intellectual Disabilities in a community-based setting with supports. Aurora has a highly trained and dedicated staff of more than 300 health-care professionals catering to the needs of over 80 adults with Intellectual Disabilities.

We are looking for candidates to be a key driver and champion of supporting people to live self-determined lives and to be a central communicator with all stakeholders including families, multi-disciplinary teams, psychologist, senior management, community, employers and others. The PIC will lead the house on a day-to-day basis and in consultation with their line manager when key decisions are being made. He/she should be flexible in their approach to service provision and have the ability to work as a team member. He/she will be required to take an active part in ensuring that day-to-day operations of the Services reflect the ethos and vision of Aurora and the needs of the people supported are being met through professional work practices.

Candidates must have

  • 3rd Level Qualification in Social Care Level 7 or
  • 3rd Level Qualification in Applied Social Care Studies Level 7 or
  • Nursing Qualification – in Intellectual Disability, Psychiatric, General, or Children’s or
  • Meet the criteria of an Unqualified Social Care Worker and also have relevant similar experience in a role of this level
  • A suitable Management Qualification essential
  • Full clean Irish driving licence and use of own vehicle is essential
  • Registered with CORU (If applicable)

Experience

  • Essential 1+ years demonstrable management experience Experience of working in a management role in health care or other care area relevant to the role
  • Experience of managing and working collaboratively with multiple internal and external stakeholders, as relevant to this role
  • Experience in supervising and leading others Experience working and supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities
  • Experience of working with persons with behaviours that challenge
  • Relevant experience in providing care in a community setting
  • Excellent experience of report writing

Benefits of working with us:

Competitive salary linked to HSE Social Care Leader (depending on skills & experience) €41,260 - €56,717

  • Training Opportunities
  • Pension Plan
  • Fortnightly pay
  • Paid leave schemes
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Work-life balance

*Due to the high volume of applications, only those who meet the above criteria will be contacted

We look forward to hearing from you!

Aurora is an equal opportunities employer.

FRSHCA

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Who is hiring for the Social Care Worker - Team Leader role?
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Where is the Social Care Worker - Team Leader job located?
The Social Care Worker - Team Leader role with FRS Recruitment is based in Kilkenny, IE. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Social Care Worker - Team Leader role remote?
Yes — the Social Care Worker - Team Leader position at FRS Recruitment is hybrid. Candidates based in IE are preferred.
What does the Social Care Worker - Team Leader role pay?
FRS Recruitment lists the Social Care Worker - Team Leader role at EUR 41,260–56,717 per year.
Is the Social Care Worker - Team Leader role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at FRS Recruitment.
What experience level is the Social Care Worker - Team Leader role?
The Social Care Worker - Team Leader position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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