TEAM LEADER RESIDENTIAL/RESPITE

The Team Leader will assist the Respite Services Manager in the delivery of a quality client focused Respite service. They will have a role in the management and planning of the entry and exiting of service, while supporting the clients in a person centred residential service. Implementing and ensuring HIQA regulations and RehabCare standards while overseeing the delivery of a quality, customer focused service. The Team Leader will be predominantly administratively based with a requirement to support and work frontline in consultation with the Respite Manager. Minimum Education & Skills required A third level graduate, Health & Social Care or equivalent. Ability to develop and maintain support /care plans and provide required support and care to clients on an individual person centered basis, in line with the client’s requests and wishes in a respectful and dignified manner to ensure that clients are leading their service of care. Candidates should have an understanding, knowledge and experience of working with clients who have physical and sensory disabilities. Should be able to maintain a high standard of care in line with RehabCare’s policy and procedures, while ensuring that HIQA standards and regulations are maintained within the residential service. 2 years’ experience of management and supervising both individuals and teams Job Duties & Responsibilities To manage the day to day delivery of a truly person centred service for all clients Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, logistical and IT skills To manage and provide support to staff team within the service maintaining staff rotas, training, leadership, supervision, support/care plans and communication across various staff shifts. To document information and complete paperwork as deemed necessary for delivery of service to the clients To liaise with families, and other personnel as directed by the Service Manager. Additional requirements Hold a full, clean driving license. Be flexible in terms of working hours and days. Staff Benefits Company Pension Scheme Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave 27 days annual leave Bike to work scheme Tax saver travel scheme Income protection Health and Wellbeing programme Financial support for studying and study leave.