Person In Charge (PIC)

Cpl Healthcare in partnership with our client Western Care Association are seeking experienced social care leaders for two Person In Charge positions within organization.We are seeking a Person in Charge for posts in;Castlebar (Residential Services)Ballyhaunis (Residential Services)Western Care Association is committed to providing Person Centred Services using Personal Outcome Measures as its quality measurement. The primary role of staff working with individual service users is to support each person in achieving their priorities as identified through the Individual Planning ProcessThe PIC’s role is to lead and be responsible for a service, which includes the following:·Ensuring a person-centred approach to service delivery based on the priorities for each individual·Ensuring each person supported receives a high quality, safe service, based on each person’s assessed needs·Developing and building relationships with services users, families, advocates and the wider community·Maintaining registration with HIQA·The management, supervision, coaching and development of the staff team·The implementation of policies and procedures·Budget management·Day to day management of health and safety within the servicesCandidate RequirementsKnowledge of HIQA requirements essentialProven experience of working with people on the Autistic spectrum is desirableResilience in working in the communityExcellent communications skillsAbility to work on own initiativeCreative in problem solvingHighly motivatedSuccessful candidate will have experience in the area of facilitating and supporting people who have high and/or complex needsA genuine understanding and interest in working alongside people in effecting positive opportunities and change in their lives in a meaningful wayThe ability to listen, to see and respectfully advocate for and on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs, preferences, rights and dreamsHave excellent communication skills and a clear understanding of team work with motivation to deliver high quality facilitation, working alongside individuals, their families and other disciplinesA strong belief in people’s rights, inclusion and equalityQualification DetailsA minimum level 7 degree qualification in Social Care, or equivalent-please note your qualification must be eligible for CORU registrationMinimum of 3 years managerial or supervisory experience in the social care sector is requiredRelevant management qualificationFor further information on requirements and posts, please contact KelleyWalsh at Cpl Healthcare Ph: or