Care Supervisor - Home Care
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- Dublin
- €40,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conduct scheduled and unannounced care supervision visits in a wide variety of home care settings across Dublin West
- Conduct client assessments and develop personalised care plans.
- Oversee the accurate maintenance of supervision records
- Participate in care activities as part of the care supervision process
- Conduct Home Environment Risk Assessments and complete care plans to reflect same
- Complete care plan reviews and service reviews
- Give care assistants appropriate information and guidance to effectively and safely provide care and support as agreed in the care and support plan.
- Support, supervise and assist with training of care assistants
- Employ a best practice approach in the care of customers
- Work under the direction and supervision of the Area Operations Manager
- The Care Supervisor role will involve appraising the practice performance of care assistants and comply with allocated practice supervisions
- Build positive relationships with clients, families and colleagues.
- Provide ongoing training and mentorship to Carers.
- QQI/FETAC L5 Major award for Health Care Skills ( Full Modules)
- *L6 Supervisory Management essential (healthcare industry desirable). (Level 6 an advantage but not essential as training can be provided)
- Computer literacy/administration is desirable
- Patient Moving and Handling
- Risk Assessment knowledge is desirable
- Experience as a Carer, Healthcare Assistant, or in a similar Supervisory role, preferably within the home care industry. Minimum 2 Years Experience Required.
- Have a relevant health or social care background
- Previous experience of risk assessment and person centred care and support planning
- Experience of working in a home care services environment is desirable
- Full Drivers License. A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for this role
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
- Good understanding of the needs of people who require care and support at home and the principles of good care practice
- Ability to work independently and work as part of a team
- Ability to delegate tasks efficiently
- Ability to teach, mentor and supervise
- Good record keeping and report writing
- Ability to respond appropriately in an emergency situation
- Neat professional dress and appearance
- Punctuality
- Customer Advocate
- Attention to detail and a high standard of work performance
- This role is a full time role based in our Blanchardstown office servicing the Dublin West Area
- Office/Clients Homes in Dyblin West Areas. (Clondalkin, Ballyfermot, Inchicore, Blanchardstown, Cabra)
- Monday to Friday (9am - 5.30pm)
- Annual Leave: 21 days per annum including Good Friday.
- Bonus: Tax Free Bonus of up to €1,500 per year. €500 discharged in Summer Months, €1,000 discharged in December. Fully discretionary by the company.
- Salary Review: Yearly Salary review and % increase based on performance appraisal.
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme
- Employee Wellness Programme
- 24/7 support from our local Care Management Team
- Positive team culture with regular staff events and celebrations
- Employee of the Month – €100 Voucher
- Annual Loyalty Bonus – €250 (Part Time) / €500 (Full time), tax free
- Christmas gifts & festive raffle
- Employee of the Year Awards
- Refer a Friend Bonus – €500 for you + €500 for your referral
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Free uniforms and PPE
- Clear opportunities for career growth and promotion