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Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time (36 Hours per week) Location: The successful applicant may be required to work in any of the Colleges buildings, as necessary. The Lecturer in IT Services will carry out the duties of a Lecturer as set out in the Contract for Lecturers.
Learning & Development Administrator
Summary of Responsibilities: 1. To work with the HR Advisor, Learning & Development Business Support to support the effective and efficient delivery and implementation of all Learning & Development (L&D) interventions, to support NIFRS’ organisational need. 2. To work in partnership with the L&D Team, Departmental Heads, Subject Matter Experts (SME), Course Directors, Faculty Instructors and other relevant staff to design, create and produce professional L&D course materials and relevant supporting documentation. Learning & Development 1. To provide guidance, support & training for L&D activities and the application of L&D Policies and Procedures 2. To work with subject matter experts in reviewing training materials and to support the development of new materials in line with National Operational Guidance/ National Occupational Standards and other legislative requirements. Finding innovative ways to translate these ideas into the LMS system. 3. To act as a first point of contact for all internal and external enquiries relating to operational Learning & Development support and ensure necessary communication is maintained with the Area Commander, Senior Managers and other professionals. 4. To provide support and guidance to the L&D function in the development of digital learning content and effective use of learning technologies such as blended learning, eLearning E-portfolios, video publications and other training material. 5. To be instrumental in the creation, collation and production of web-based and online training materials, using complex software. 6. To ensure continued and effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, such as Area Commanders, Group Commanders, Area Business Managers and training providers. 7. First point of contact for L&D contract providers, dealing with queries, recording contract expenditure, initiating purchase orders, and dealing with invoices and credits. Administration 1. To provide a high level of customer service to internal and external contacts through effective and professional communication, taking ownership of customer queries, complaints and issues, from the start through to completion. 2. To ensure the accurate and timely production of relevant management information and reports for the L&D Team, LDC Senior Management, Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and the NIFRS Board, as appropriate. 3. To provide professional administrative support for facilitation of meetings and events, setting up and tracking the issue and return of IT and audio visual equipment, course commissioning activities, design and development of training materials. 4. To assist in the preparation of responses to complaints, Freedom of Information requests, Data protection requests, Ministerial, Parliamentary or NI Assembly questions 5. To ensure that all activities in support of L&D Interventions are completed to the highest professional standard in a timely and cost effective way, e.g. contract administration, course commissioning, subsistence, travel and accommodation provision. 6. To create and update resources to train and support learners i.e. user documentation, instructions and procedures. To maintain version control index of training materials and ensure compliance with Good Management, Good Records retention and disposal guidelines. 7. To undertake a helpdesk function dealing directly with and resolving L&D queries. Escalating queries which cannot be resolved, ensuring the taking and passing on of information is clear, concise and accurate. Learning Management System 1. Responsible for ensuring data held within LMS is accurate and up to date. Managing the security and use of training records in line with GDPR regulations. 2. Acting as the point of contact to ensure that problems and actions taken to resolve problems during planning and testing are clearly documented in a timely manner. To provide a Helpdesk function for operational L&D. To provide troubleshooting assistance for users regarding LMS and system functionality. 3. To ensure a partnering approach by collaborating and networking with other colleagues, stakeholders (internal/external) to promote partnership working, share learning and progress Learning and Development projects and initiatives all relating to LMS. 4. With regard to LMS provide the main support network for Learning and Development to support NIFRS organisational need. To engage and liaise as necessary with internal stakeholders to ensure that the LMS takes advantage of any emerging technology that will streamline and improve processes. 5. To take a lead role in the design and development of training programs to promote the development of new learning solutions. To provide training for staff on LMS implementation, develop support documentation and associated materials in line with end users’ requirements. 6. Taking a lead role in the effective scheduling of NIFRS’s operational training plans to support L&D Business Manager 7. Act as a point of contact with the software supplier to ensure any day to day issues (including support issues) are identified, resolved and escalated as required. 8. Take a lead role in monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of learning solutions to ensure continuous improvement. Manage and support all areas the LMS including functionality, appearance, tabs, and settings. Build and maintain dashboards and landing pages; assign courses and programs. 9. Take a proactive role in dealing with the operation, use and configuration of the LMS. 10. To assist with the development of LMS and integration with existing and new systems. 11. To keep up to date with developments with regards to work already carried out in relation to LMS transition, to facilitate harmonisation of systems and processes. Customer Experience 12. Provide a high-quality and professional reception and front of house service for LDC, including reception and switchboard duties, dealing with internal and external visitors, phone calls and emails. 13. Apply and restrict access to LDC and its internal and external facilities. 14. Responsible for issuing visitor passes and ensuring the safe return of same on a daily basis. Reporting missing or unreturned passes in line with agreed process. 15. Acting as the main point of contact for all visitors to LDC and ensuring they are fully and accurately informed of directions and sign-in and sign-out processes. 16. Creating engaging content for digital displays and updating student/visitor direction information daily. General Responsibilities: 17. To adhere to NIFRS Procurement Policy and Procedure, ensuring that requisitions are raised and approved in a timely and accurate manner. 18. To assist as directed in NIFRS recruitment and selection procedures. 19. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of organisational policies and procedures impacting on Learning and Development activity at both a corporate and local level. 20. To undertake duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the NIFRS. 21. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments across a broad range of Learning and Development-related activity (continuing professional development). 22. To promote, uphold and implement all NIFRS policies, plans and procedures and those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety, data protection and freedom of information, etc. 23. To direct and signpost managers and officers to the appropriate source for issues outside the remit of this post. This includes providing cover for service areas other than that initially assigned. 24. To undertake any other duties which may be assigned to meet organisational need and the change agenda and which are reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of the post as defined. Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Experience
HR Advisor
MAIN PURPOSE This role is vital to ensure NIFRS complies, across all functions, with its statutory obligations in relation to equality of opportunity and good relations. The HR Advisor will take an active role in the development and delivery of a programme of action to address Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives, consistent with the functions of the Service. The post holder will also provide high level specialist advice and guidance across a broad range of equality related matters. Working with a range of internal and external stakeholders the post holder will be responsible for developing, delivering and managing diverse and complex EDI initiatives and projects. The HR Advisor, functioning in the role of an expert advisor, will provide a dedicated and specialist equality, diversity & inclusion resource with a focus on equality profiling and reporting. The post holder will also design and deliver innovative EDI training initiatives across the service. To contribute as an integral member of the HR team to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive HR service to support the vision and mission of NIFRS as outlined on the next page. Summary of Responsibilities: Equality Diversity & Inclusion 1. To provide first line support on key equality initiatives, in the development and implementation of the NIFRS Equality Scheme, Equality Action Plan and Disability Action Plan in line with relevant legislation and good practice. 2. To provide advice and guidance to managers in relation to equality and Human Rights legislation and compliance with statutory duties. 3. To support the Equality Manager in mainstreaming equality within the organisation including within strategic planning and decision making processes. 4. To undertake benchmarking and research activities to support and guide managers in relation to equality screening. 5. To work with colleagues in the development and implementation of systems to ensure compliance with all duties under the Disability Discrimination Act. 6. Responsible for providing advice and guidance across all NIFRS functions with regards to accessibility, workplace adjustments and practical aids for applicants and employees or service users. 7. To conduct and manage appropriate stakeholder consultation on the equality impact of strategies, policies, plans, decisions and courses of action including regular liaison with lead officers, representative bodies and relevant external parties. 8. Responsible for the co-ordination of rural proofing processes, and collation of data and complete all statutory reports to effectively monitor the implementation of the Rural Needs Act (NI) 2016. 9. To collate accurate and timely evidence and information for statutory returns. Undertake quality assurance of data, audit of systems, practice and procedure and complete detailed reports for statutory returns including Annual Fair Employment Monitoring Return, Section 75 & DDO Annual Progress Report and the Article 55 Triennial Review. 10. To produce accurate and timely information for the purposes of general equality, diversity & inclusion reporting to ELT, the Board, DoH and other agencies. 11. Analyse staff data by gender and other diversity characteristics and produce graphs and trend analysis to present the information for departments. 12. To deliver training related to Equality and Human Rights including training Board Members and Senior Managers. 13. To assist the Equality Manager manage identified work streams within Equality and Human Rights. 14. Liaise with departments to support awards submissions to promote EDI e.g. Diversity Charter Mark, Women in Fire Service Awards, etc. 15. Maintain the ED&I part of the website, ensuring the information is up to date. Post items to the websites, organise the layout and draft content. 16. Keep our webpages under review and make proposals for improving the way the Service presents itself as an employer, and promotes our inclusive policies as family friendly and supportive of staff diversity. 17. Produce internal communications materials for promoting items related to ED&I. 18. To oversee the co-ordination of cases referred to the Reasonable Adjustments Panel and progress agreed actions and reasonable adjustments. 19. Responsible for identifying and continual innovation of appropriate affirmative action measures to ensure the widest attraction for applicants to the NIFRS from the underrepresented groups in the community. 20. To identify opportunities where equality and inclusion can be further strengthened and integrated within NIFRS, including ways to advance intersectionality. 21. Acting as EDI lead, develop key alliances and positively engage with external agencies, networks and local community groups, to ensure NIFRS comprehends EDIrelated issues within the community and the organisation; enabling informed policy decision making. 22. Promote NIFRS as a trusted and valued employer of choice with under-represented communities through maintaining a continued high-profile attendance by NIFRS at key events including within the education sector. 23. Responsible for the development of an EDI calendar of events and internal/ external communications strategy; draft news releases, internal corporate news on events relevant to NIFRS equality strategy to include contentious matters e.g. outreach activity such as Pride Celebrations, positive action events such as Come and Try days for women, female leadership events. 24. Manage the digital content of EDI social media sites, raising external awareness to relevant consultations, events and activities undertaken throughout the organisation in support of S75 responsibilities and good relations. 25. Develop evaluation tools, processes and metrics to assess and measure the effectiveness and impact of policy and strategies upon equality of opportunity. Use data to continuously improve policy and strategy and measure their impact on individuals, Section 75 groups and organisational performance General Responsibilities 1. To provide a high level of internal and external customers service including taking ownership of customer queries and complaints and following issues through to completion. 2. Build relationships, work collaboratively and engage with management, staff, trade unions and external partners to guide and implement change projects and EDI initiatives, participating on assigned corporate working groups or project teams to promote and build best practice 3. To comply with all NIFRS frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. 4. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments across a broad range of HRrelated activity to include changes to regulations, legislation and national/local terms and conditions of employment. (Continuing Professional Development). 5. To direct and signpost managers and officers to the appropriate source for issues outside the remit of this post. This includes providing cover for service areas other than that initially assigned. Criteria Knowledge, Skills and Experience
HR Manager Resourcing And Employee Services
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction. NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: HR Manager Resourcing and Employee Services (Fixed Term) Job Ref: N048/11/2024 HR Manager Resourcing and Employee Services (Fixed Term) will be responsible for the effective and efficient management of the resourcing and employee services teams, including workforce planning, recruitment, selection, appointment, transfers and promotions and the provision of related proactive, specialist support and advice. There is currently one fixed term post for a period of two years, based at NIFRS Headquarters in Lisburn. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). Salary: The salary scale is PO5. The salary range is currently £46,464 - £49,498 per annum (Under Review). Hours of work: Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post. All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 29th November 2024. We value our people and are committed to the principle of equal treatment for all applicants for employment irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, religion or political opinion.
Senior L&D Administrator
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction. NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: Senior L&D Administrator Job Ref: N049/11/2024 The Senior L&D Administrator is an integral member of the Learning and Development function, providing high quality business support accross all L&D functions. They will also manage designated contracts, budget lines and procurement, manage the L&D administrative support team including allocation of work and leave management, and responsible for ensuring deadlines are met in line with organisational and local requirements, and supports the purpose, outcomes and values of NIFRS. There are currently one permanent position, based at NIFRS Learning & Development College, 120 Dungannon Road, Cookstown, BT80 9BD. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). Salary: The salary scale is P01. The salary range is currently £35,745 - £38,223 per annum (Under Review). Hours of work: Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post. All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 29th November 2024. We value our people and are committed to the principle of equal treatment for all applicants for employment irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, religion or political opinion.
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL- AND PART TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKERS CAISLEAN SERVICES, GALWAY CITY JOB REF: 140/2024W Location: Caislean Services operates a range of services including day, residential, respite, training, education, employment opportunities, Individualised services, and leisure activities which are geographically dispersed though the West Sector Adult Services. We strive to provide an excellent service, integrating the community as much as possible into the daily lives of the people supported. Candidates will be required to be flexible in this position, and will be required to work a variety of hours as required. The successful candidate may be required to work between the various community houses and day care programme areas associated with the Caislean Services depending on service need. The Role: The Social Care Worker will report to the Social Care Leader/Team Leader and will fulfil a key worker role for individuals and aim to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with opportunity for new experiences. Reporting/Responsible To: Social Care Leader/Team Leader/Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications/Experience: Candidates must have a HETAC/DIT/NQAI BA in Applied Social Studies/Social Care Open Training College (HETAC) accredited National Degree in Applied Social Studies (Disability). Candidates should have a minimum of one year’s experience of working with people with an intellectual disability. Experience in working and supporting individuals with a variety of support needs is essential. This may include autism, complex medical needs, mental health, behavioural challenges and physical disabilities. A full clean manual Driving Licence (Class B) is essential for the appointee to drive the transport that is assigned to the Service. Fluency in verbal and written English and IT skills is an essential requirement of this post. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: • Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to set goals, put into action and follow through. • The ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms • Excellent listening skills • Creativity and initiative • Be innovative and self-motivated • Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy • The ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality • Patience and a sense of humour • Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the individuals who use the service. • Keep up to date with current practice within the field • To actively lead the service and staff team assigned to you by the Team leader / Social Care leader /Service Coordinator. • Arrange staff cover when required. Working Hours: All posts are 78 hours a fortnight based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates will be required to work day/night duty, sleepovers, weekends and public holidays. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ Service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker Salary Scale - €38,451 x 10 increments – €53,436 (max of scale) per annum. LSI €54,445 per annum is payable after 3 Years on the maximum of the scale. Service Related Leave is also granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Tenure: These posts are Permanent full-time and pensionable and Temporary full-time and pensionable fixed-term for one year from the date of appointment. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion.
Team Leader CNM Or SCL Grade
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION TEMPORARY FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER (CNM1 OR SOCIAL CARE) RESIDENTIAL SERVICES CAISLEAN SERVICES, GALWAY JOB REF: 139/2024W Location: Caislean Services operates a range of services including day, residential, respite, training, education, employment opportunities, Individualised services, and leisure activities which are geographically dispersed though the West Sector Adult Services. We strive to provide the highest standards by following a human rights-based approach integrating normal community participate as much as possible into the daily lives of the people supported. We wish to recruit an innovative, creative, motivated, visionary person. We are looking for an individual who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support, are open to change, aim to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with opportunity for new experiences. The Role: The Team Leader will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the service and will provide leadership and supervision at a local level, ensuring the service delivered is person centred. It is the Team Leader’s responsibility to ensure that the life of each person reflects the organisation’s core values and the personal outcome measures. • Dignity and respect • Sharing ordinary places • Growing in relationships • Making choices • Making a contribution Reporting/Responsible To: Service Coordinator/Area manager Qualifications/Experience/Skills: The recognised professional qualification for social care is as follows: HETAC/NQAI BA in Applied Social Studies (Disability)/Social Care or Nursing (RNID/RNMH). A qualification in Management is desirable. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years experience of working with people with an intellectual disability. They will also have experience of behaviours that challenge and complex needs. Experience in goal setting and programme implementation is essential. The successful candidate must have experience of managing and supervising a staff team and be up to date with current policy and legislation relevant to intellectual disability services. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership, management and planning skills as well as the ability to set goals, implement and review. Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership, management and planning skills as well as the ability to set goals, implement and review. Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. Working Hours: Contracted hours will be based on a 7-day duty roster and will depend on the grade of the successful candidate i.e. 78 hours a fortnight (Social Care grade) 75 hours a fortnight (CNM1 grade). In addition, a sleep-in and/or night duty commitment is a requirement of the post for which the appropriate allowance will be paid. An ‘On Call’ commitment may be required and flexibility around this will be expected in order to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Area Manager / Service Coordinator to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care or CNM1. Tenure: These posts are Permanent full-time and pensionable and Temporary full-time and pensionable linked to a permanent employees’ maternity leave Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion.
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – SOUTHERN REGION The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disabilities, autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork and Kerry area. Applications are invited for SUPPORT WORKERS Ref: 48/2024 Permanent Full-Time (78 hours per fortnight) Residential Services, Cork City, suburbs & Upton Innishannon, Co. Cork A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Support Workers appointments (Permanent Full-Time, Permanent Part-Time and relief hours) within the Residential Services Cork City/suburbs/county will be made over the next 12 months. Working with Brothers of Charity Ireland Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We require bright ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. In return for this dedication and commitment we offer the following: Reporting to: Social Care Leader / Area Manager / Services Manager, or other authorised person as the Employing Authority may designate. Salary Scale: €32,699 - €45,984 including 1 LSI per annum (1/10/24 Department of Health Consolidated Scales). Part-Time hours will be paid pro-rata to a full-time post Informal Enquiries to Catriona Grady, Area Manager, Tel: +353 87 3308276 ; or James Brady, Area Manager, Tel:- +353 87 1637091 or Colette Whelan, Area Manager Tel: +353 86 8547470 Closing date: Sunday 1st December 2024 Applications should be made using the Apply link below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland - Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer
In-home Support Practitioner
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND - WEST REGION POST OF TEMPORARY PART-TIME IN-HOME SUPPORT PRACTITIONER CHILDRENS SERVICES, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 72446 Location: Children’s Services, Brothers of Charity Services - West Region, Co. Galway. The Children’s Services support children up to the age of 18 years with Intellectual Disabilities who present with a range of support needs including Autism, Physical Disability & Complex Medical needs. The Role: The In-Home Support Practitioner will work as part of a multidisciplinary governance and support team in delivering a quality and effective service. This service will be provided through offering an in-home based support to parents and children. The role is specifically family focused, with the welfare of the child being paramount. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/ Children’s Programme Manager. Works With: Working Hours: 40 hours a fortnight based on a 7 day duty roster. Candidates will be required to be completely flexible in this position and will be required to work a variety of hours between 8am and 10pm, depending on the support needs of the child/family for goals being worked on e.g. morning, bedtime routine. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 23 days pro rata per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Leader Salary Scale (01st June 2024) – €54,157 x 6 increments - €63,245 pro-rata per annum. Tenure: This post is temporary, part-time and pensionable linked on a specific purpose basis to a permanent employee’s leave within the Services. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to: Audrey Reilly, TURAS Family & Community Services Team Leader on 087 9051570 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms on-line is 5pm, Thursday 28th November 2024 Interviews for this post will take place week on 9th December 2024. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Service Coordinator
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND -WEST REGION SERVICE COORDINATOR REA SERVICES, LOUGHREA, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 159 /2024E The Brothers of Charity Services in Loughrea are a community based, person centred service for adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community. We continually review the way in which we support people in line with best practice internationally. Our focus going forward is to form a relationship/partnership with each individual and their family and communities, supporting people to plan and direct their own service so that they can enjoy a life with a healthy balance of supports. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form friendships. The Rea Services operate in Loughrea, Co. Galway, where there are a range of services including day, residential, family support services, training, education, Individualised services, and leisure activities to support adults with an intellectual disability in the Loughrea area. The Service Coordinator, under the guidance of the Area Manager, and supported by local staff teams, is responsible for the coordination and continued development of these services. Reporting/Responsible to: Area Manager/Sector Manager Qualifications/Experience/Skills: The successful candidate must have: · A relevant 3rd level qualification in the Health Sector e.g. BA (Hons) in Applied Social Studies/Social Care or nursing qualification. · A minimum of 3 years post graduate relevant experience in management and leadership. · An appropriate qualification in Health and Social Care Management is a necessary requirement of the post to enable the successful candidate take on the Person in Charge role. · Proven operational experience is essential. · Budgetary/financial, employee relations and team management experience. · Excellent leadership, managerial and team-working skills are required to co-ordinate and support the service teams and to ensure that a range of high quality services are provided. · Excellent communication and organisational skills together with up to date knowledge of current thinking and practices in person centred service delivery. · Good IT skills is crucial for this role. · A full clean manual Irish driving licence. Working Hours: For nursing grades 75 hours a fortnight applies/For Social Care grades 78 hours a fortnight applies. Normal working week will be rostered over a 5 day basis however contracted hours of work are liable to change over seven days to meet requirements of the post and flexibility with regard to your hours of duty will be required to fulfil the duties of the post including rostered weekends. An On-call commitment is an essential requirement of this post. The Service Coordinator will be required to be on-call after working hours during the normal working week, at weekends and covering holidays as part of a rostered on-call system. In exceptional circumstances sleep-ins and night duties may be required. The Service Coordinator will be assigned Person-In-Charge (PIC) responsibilities under the HIQA Regulations. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful Candidate e.g. CNM3 or Social Care Manager 3. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidate e.g. CNM3 or Social Care Manager 3. Tenure: This position is Permanent, full-time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion.
