Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Director of Services Location: Base location, Stamullen, Co. Meath Disability Service: Disability Residential Service Adults and Children Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm About Talbot Group: The Talbot Group aims to provide the highest quality of care and support to our residents to enable them to have the very best life they can and to maximise their independence. We are appointing an individual who is enthusiastic and passionate to join our Team. To provide services in line with our Vision, Mission, and Values, where the delivery of exceptional quality person-centred care is their focus. The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity for training and development so that we can achieve the best outcome for our residents, while at the same time supporting our staff in their professional development. Job Objectives: Ensuring compliance with HIQA Regulations/Standards and implementing actions arising from Regulatory Inspections. Driving the quality agenda by conducting a continuous programme of audit and where required Quality Improvement Plans. Supporting referrals, admission and transition processes. He/she will ensure services are provided within a relationship which is based on respect and equality and that promotes their independence. Under the direction of the Director of Services, the post holder will be responsible for the following, ensuring privacy, dignity and respect of residents at all times: Governance Leadership and Accountability Information Management Managerial Practice Risk Management/Health and Safety Training and On-going Development Professional Knowledge & Experience: Knowledge of Health Act 2007 (Care and Supports of Residents in Designated Centres for People (Children and Adults) with Disabilities) Regulations 2013. Knowledge of Health Act 2007 (Registration of Designated Centres for People (Children and Adults) with Disabilities) Regulations 2013. Knowledge of all relevant Safeguarding legislation and national policies and procedures i.e. Children's First, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults etc. Knowledge of quality assurance practices. Experience of working in residential service for Adults or Children with disabilities. Understanding of social model of service delivery. Knowledge of Person Centred Planning. Knowledge of policies & procedures and legislation relevant to Disability service delivery. Essential Experience: At least 2 years management experience at PIC level or above in Disability Services or other relevant human services. BA level 7 Degree in Social Care or Nursing or Social Care Management. Hold an appropriate qualification in health or Social Care Management. Experience of managing multiple designated centres. A full drivers licence and own transport. Rewards & Benefits: Comprehensive induction process. Extensive training programme. On-going mentoring and support. Continuous Professional Development support. Career progression opportunities. Competitive salary with increments based on scope of role, qualifications, and experience. 40 hour week (all breaks paid). Service based recognition awards. €500 refer a friend initiative. Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families. Bike-to-Work Scheme. Free onsite Car Parking. A full Job Description will be available on request. If you are excited by this opportunity and would like to join our team as Assistant Director of Services, we would like to hear from you. Talbot Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr