Person In Charge (PIC)
- Cratloe, Co Clare
- Permanent
- Full-time
We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Person in Charge / Residential Service Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of one of our residential houses which supports adults with physical and intellectual disabilities, many of whom have additional clinical needs.The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in ensuring that our service users receive the highest standard of person-centred care in line with HIQA regulations and Communicare’ s core values.As Person in Charge, you will be responsible for leading a dedicated care team, developing and implementing individualised support plans, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements. You will also foster a positive team culture, promote professional development, and work closely with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.The key responsibilities of this role include:
- Act as the Person in Charge (PIC) of the designated centre, ensuring full compliance with HIQA regulations and all relevant legislation.
- Lead and manage the residential service to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, respect, and independence.
- Ensure the service operates in accordance with best practice guidelines and internal quality standards.
- Oversee all aspects of the centre’s management, including staff supervision, rosters, resource planning, and health and safety compliance.
- Promote and maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for service users and staff.
- Ensure that service users are actively involved in decision-making and daily living activities.
- Lead, support, and motivate a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Identify, manage, and report operational risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies in collaboration with senior management.
- Engage in ongoing quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.
- Relevant third-level qualification such as Social Care Degree, General Nurse or Intellectual Disability Nurse (with full registration with the NMBI).
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role within a social or health care service.
- Proven experience working in a HIQA-regulated environment.
- Strong knowledge of HIQA Standards, the Health Act 2007, and associated regulations and guidance documents.
- Excellent leadership, organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- A genuine passion for delivering person-centred care and empowering people with disabilities to live full and meaningful lives.
- Permanent/Full-time Contract
- Competitive salary
- Healthcare: Access to comprehensive healthcare services for you and your family
- Pension: Participation in our pension scheme
- 24-hour On-Call Support
- Comprehensive Induction Process
- Extensive Training Programme
- Ongoing Mentoring and Support
- Continuous Professional Development
- Career Progression Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
- TaxSaver Commuter Ticket Scheme
- Company Social Events
- Free Onsite Car Parking