Team Leader – Mental Health services

Job description

Attuned Programmes Ireland

www.attunedprogrammes.ie

Job Title: Team Leader

Location: Wicklow, Ireland

Organization: Attuned Programmes Ireland

About Us:

Attuned Programmes Ireland is an organisation responding to meet the needs of individuals through community-based, residential, and aftercare services. Our goal is to support individuals in overcoming challenges by fostering positive outcomes in a safe, respectful, and individualized manner.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Team Leader to join our Adult Community Residential Mental Health service in Wicklow. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with leadership skills and a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable families.

Job Description:

The Team Leader will support the Operations Manager to oversee the delivery of our Adult Community Residential Mental Health service in Wicklow, working closely with a team of Social Care Workers to provide comprehensive, person-centred support to families in need. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership qualities, an understanding of the diverse needs of individuals and families, and a commitment to best practice and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead, support, and supervise a team to deliver high-quality family support services.

- Ensure that services are delivered in line with regulatory requirements, best practices, and the specific needs of the families.

- Collaborate with individuals to support them to develop independent living skills, empowering them towards positive change.

- Manage the daily operations of the service, including planning, reporting, and maintaining compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.

- Liaise with external agencies and stakeholders to coordinate supports.

- Conduct regular team meetings and reflective practice sessions to foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Requirements:

- Minimum QQI Level 7 qualification in Social Care, Social Science, Mental Health or a related field.

- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a social care or related field, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Excellent organizational skills, including proficiency in IT, report writing, and planning.

- A deep commitment to the rights and protection of individuals, with a strong understanding of trauma-informed care.

- Garda vetting clearance is required.

- Full driving licence is essential.

Benefits:

- High-quality training and professional development opportunities, including trauma-informed reflective practice training.

- Eligible to apply for education fund for continuous professional development.

- Dynamic and supportive work environment.

Job Types: Permanent

Salary - D.O.E