Lead Home Services Officer

JOB SUMMARY The Lead HSO supports the Home Services Manager (HSM) with operational functions associated with the set-up, review and risk assessment of Service User’s calls.The role also includes the completion of annual Supervision and Competency Assessments for Home Care Workers.In addition, they will provide clinical guidance to the HSM and training to Home Care Workers for specific home care skills, as may be required for the delivery of a Service User Home Care Plan. As part of the Family Carers Ireland Home Support Services Clinical Advisory Group, they will participate in regular meetings and provide input to policies associated with the clinical, quality and safety aspects of the delivery of the Home Support Services.

ROLE CRITERIA The Lead Home Services Officer must possess the following qualifications, skills and experience:

Qualified Nurse with active registration. A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a similar role in the Home Support Services sector. Competence in IT desirable. Adaptable, motivated self-starter with the ability to get the job done with a positive “can do” attitude Outgoing, energetic and enthusiastic person who enjoys a challenging environment. Excellent people skills Some experience of managing / supervising staff is desirable. Strong organisational skills with a close attention to detail Administrative experience – knowledge of record keeping is important. Fluency in the English language is essential. Full driving licence and access to own transport.

Terms & Conditions: Permanent, part-time role (25 hours per week across Monday to Thursday). The successful candidate will work hybrid model of work at our offices at Barrack Street, Loughrea, Co Galway H62 PY63 and travel to meetings and to other locations as required is essential. The remuneration for this role is €25 per hour. The annual leave entitlement is pro rata to days worked. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.