Full job description
Bluebird Care is one of Ireland’s leading Healthcare Providers, specialising in services to both Children and Adults with a range of support needs.
We are seeking a Social Care Worker Lead for a house in Drogheda
This is a senior role guiding a team in providing holistic care, support, and advocacy , ensuring smooth daily operations, implementing care plans, maintaining standards, and driving professional development, requiring leadership skills, relevant qualifications (Level 7/8 in Social Care), and experience. You will act as a bridge between frontline staff and management, fostering a positive, therapeutic environment while adhering to legislation and best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Supervising and guiding social care workers, ensuring effective teamwork.
- Direct Care: Providing hands-on support, protection, and advocacy for service users.
- Operational Management: Overseeing daily routines, household activities, and facility upkeep.
- Care Planning: Contributing to and implementing individualised care plans (e.g., child-centred, therapeutic models).
- Professional Development: Organising and participating in training, ensuring standards are met.
- Advocacy: Championing the rights and wellbeing of those in their care.
- Compliance: Ensuring adherence to relevant legislation, standards (like New Directions), and policies.
Requirements
- Education: Level 7 or 8 Degree in Social Care or Applied Social Studies.
- Experience: Previous experience as a Social Care Worker, often with demonstrated leadership or staff management experience (e.g., 1-2 years post-qualification).
- Skills: Strong communication, leadership, person-centred approach, problem-solving, and administrative skills.Full Driver’s Licence required .
- Registration: Registration with CORU (in Ireland) is required.
Pay: €45,000.00-€55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
