Role: Deputy Day Service Manager – 4-day week, 6-month contract.
Who we are:
Cali (Care and Learn Ireland) is an exciting new initiative which combines both a Day Service and formal Learning for young adults with a severe to profound intellectual disability www.cali.ie
The Job:
· The Deputy Day Service Manager in consultation with the Centre Manager (CM) will lead & manage the Day Services from an operational perspective & support the strategic development of day services
· Facilitate and implement a person-centred service appropriate to the needs, wishes and requirements of each individual.
· Lead and support a staff team including staff supervision and appraisal including, rotas, team meetings, debriefing, and training.
· Delegate work appropriately and ensure that all staff are fully informed, equipped, supported and effective in carrying out their duties.
· Ensure that key workers are keeping their files and administration work up to date and completed at a high standard.
· Report, recording and carrying out assessments.
· Work as an integral part of the Cali Centres’ team actively participating in team meetings, service planning and reviews.
· Supporting staff members in relation to taking ownership of their workload, engaging in supervisions and participating in meetings.
· Adhere to GDPR legislation, always ensuring the utmost confidentiality and role model this to staff members.
· Maintain all records and individual plans as per Cali Centres’ policies.
· Deputise in the absence of the CM as and when required.
· To assist the CM in management of budget allocation in a manner that is responsive and offers best value.
· Promote the ethos and culture of quality assurance within Day Service in line with regulations and best practise.
· Liaise with families and other agencies involved in service provision.
· Ensure that Day Services transport is running effectively and efficiently.
Reports to: Centre Manager
Qualifications & Experience:
· QQI Level 7 BA in Applied Social Studies, Social Care, Disability or equivalent is essential.
· CORU registered or registration in process an advantage.
· A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a social care supervisory role.
· A minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with people with intellectual disabilities.
· The ability to work effectively under pressure and handle changing priorities.
· Excellent communication, organisational, IT and report writing skills.
· Knowledge of New Directions Regulations is essential.
· Have the ability to use your own initiative.
· The ability to organise and prioritise your workload.
· Knowledge of Safeguarding and your role and responsibilities regarding same.
· Proficiency/Experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
· Person-centred, young person first approach.
· An ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on current legislation, best practice and individual circumstances.
· An ability to assess situations, act appropriately and use analytical and problem-solving processes.
· An ability to demonstrate flexibility and reliability is paramount for the role.
· Due to the nature of the role all applicants must be eligible to currently work in the Republic of Ireland and successfully complete the Garda Vetting Process.
Salary:
€40K whole time equivalent – pro rata for 6-month, 4-day contract
To apply please send C.V and cover detailing your experience to info@cali.ie by 4pm on 28th March 2025.