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Social Care Team Leader
Orchard Care Group —Leitrim, County Leitrim
- €44,293–€45,219 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Nursing
- Supervising experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance program
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Orchard Care Group —Leitrim, County Leitrim
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Social Care Team Leader

Orchard Care Group -
Leitrim, County Leitrim

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Job details

Full-time
€44,293–€45,219 a year

Benefits

Annual leave
Employee assistance program
Referral programme

Qualifications

Nursing
Supervising experience
Bachelor's degree
Higher certificate
Communication skills

Full job description

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 Residential Care division in Co. Leitrim.
We are seeking applications from experienced enthusiastic Social Care Professionals with a passion for supporting young people who are unable to live with their own families and who are referred to our service by Tusla. These positions are ideal for those who wish to step into a leadership role in making a difference in the lives of children and young people who have experienced trauma in their early years. You will be provided with extensive training in our model of care to assist you in the role and will also have access to a multidisciplinary team that provides therapeutic support to our young people. Working on a shift rota, you will engage in daily activities and routines of the service, ensuring our team provides dedicated direct support to the people we care for as well as contributing to their development, health and wellbeing.
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 Residential Care and all aspects of its work that is respectful, non-discriminatory and embracing of diversity. The Team Leader will understand and deliver on our Vision, Mission, and Values and foster the development of team members at all times.
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. In the absence of the Person in Charge or Deputy Manager, the Team Leader will be accountable to the Senior Services Manager.

Essential Criteria

2 years full time relevant experience of working at social care grade with children/young persons
Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
Have full eligibility and availability to work with us without restriction.
Experience in overseeing the supervision of staff would be highly desirable
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, prioritise workload, and work under pressure
Strong organisation and problem-solving skills
Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-oriented approach to care
Flexibility to work 12 hrs & 24 hrs shifts, including days/nights, weekends, as required
Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or 8 in Social Care or any of the below qualifications:
QQI Level 8 in Psychology
QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice in Counselling/Psychotherapy
QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
QQI Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
QQI Level 7 in Social Science/Social Studies
QQI Level 7 in Family Support
Professional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)
Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
QQI Level 7 in Disability Studies
QQI Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
Holder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent.
No qualification if CORU registered as a Social Care Worker

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Benefits to working with Company

Competitive salary with annual increments
Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays
Flexible rolling roster work schedule to accommodate both staff and the people we support
4 working weeks as annual leave.
Refer a friend initiative
Comprehensive paid induction process
Extensive training programmes
Orchard Values Award
Income Protection Scheme
On-going mentoring and support
Continuous Professional Development support
Career progression opportunities
Working in a well-resourced environment with access to multidisciplinary team
Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families

About us

The Orchard Care Group is a wholly Irish owned company 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.

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