Deputy Social Care Manager - This job is located in Ballycanew, Co. Wexford
Odyssey Social Care
Ballycanew, Wexford
Job Description
Job Description & Specifications
Position Title: Deputy Social Care Manager
Reports to: Social Care Manager
Direct Reports: Social Care Leaders and staff as required
Salary: Incremental
Overview
Odyssey Social Care are looking for an energetic Deputy Social Care Manager to join their residential care team based in Ballycanew, Co. Wexford. In your role you will act as the support and care worker to young people in the house, driving towards positive changes every single day.
The Deputy Manager will assist in providing services aimed at meeting the needs of children and young people in the care of Odyssey Social Care. This role involves supporting the Social Care Manager in all aspects of the house's operations and managing the house in the Manager’s absence. The Deputy Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of Odyssey Social Care by working closely with the Social Care Manager to address all issues within the house.
About The Role
What we can offer you as a Deputy Social Care Manager:
Incremental Salary Scale
A rostering system focused on ensuring a work/life balance
Paid while you attend fun activities and outings
Life Assurance (DIS)
Company Pension Scheme
Health Insurance Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Core Professional Training provided free of charge in a range of subjects
Education Assistance Grants
The best career progression opportunities in the sector
A clear and defined pathway to management
Team Building Activities
Company Social Events
Cycle to Work Scheme
Refer a Friend Bonus Available
What you will bring as a Deputy Social Care Manager:
Minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant related qualification that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
Relevant alternative qualifications include:
Level 8 in Psychology
Level 7 in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Counselling/Psychotherapy, Addiction Counselling, Youth and Community Work, Social Sciences/Social Studies, Family Support, Disability Studies, Applied Behavioural Analysis, Early Years Care (for U12 centers), BA Applied Policing, Higher Certificate in Custodial Care, Teaching, and Nursing.
A full, clean, manual driving license, valid in Ireland.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Knowledge of the key elements of effective team working
Knowledge of the Irish National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres
Essential Experience:
Minimum 3 years experience of working at social care grade with children/young persons.
If this sounds like the job for you, we’d love to hear from you!
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