Orchard Community Care
Social Care Team Leader
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About the Role
As we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we care for, we welcome applications for the post of Team Leader within our Orchard Community Care division in Co. Carlow.
The role of the Team Leader will work directly with the Centre Management Team to assist in ensuring the day-to-day management of the residential Centre.
They will retain an integral practice role and are expected to deliver a high-quality, integrated approach that enables young people placed at Orchard Community Care to achieve positive outcomes. It is expected that the Team Leader will promote a positive culture within Orchard Community Care and all aspects of its work that is respectful, non-discriminatory, and embracing of diversity.
The role will encompass administrative duties as well as responsibilities pertaining to the progression and practice of the staff team and the implementation of Placement Plan objectives for young people; ensuring that they are receiving the agreed quality and quantity services.
The Team Leader will be accountable for the Centre functioning in the absence of the Person in Charge or the Deputy Manager.
The Team Leader will be accountable to the Person In Charge. Where both are absent, the Team Leader will be accountable to the Senior Services Manager.
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Essential Criteria
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the care sector, with some experience in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
- Relevant qualifications in healthcare, nursing, social work, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of care practices, protocols, and regulatory requirements in the care sector.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and teams.
- Proficient in documentation and record-keeping, with attention to detail.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and work under pressure
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-oriented approach to care
- Flexibility to work 12 hrs & 24 hr shifts, including days / nights, weekends, as required
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience working with young adults and children with intellectual disabilities and mental health support needs.
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Benefits to working with Company
- Comprehensive induction process
- Extensive training programme
- On-going mentoring and support
- Continuous Professional Development support
- Career progression opportunities
- Competitive salary with increments
- Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays
- Flexible work schedule to accommodate both staff and service users
- 4 working weeks as annual leave
- Refer a friend initiative
- Working in a well-resourced environment with access to the multidisciplinary team
- Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
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About us
The Orchard Care Group is dedicated to providing the best possible care, supports, and outcomes for children, young people, and adults in Ireland across a range of settings and locations, in fostering, disability, and mainstream residential services.
The Group brings together three leading brands in Irish social care – Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care, and Orchard Fostering.
Our Vision at Orchard Care Group is that the people we support live meaningful lives through our high-quality model of excellent care, within our positive, collaborative, values-based culture. Our Values are Advocacy, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration & Human Rights.
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