Leader in Day Services (CNM1/SCM1) in County Offaly
- Salary (indicative scale)
- €71,807–€80,581 / year
- Contract
- Full time
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 28 Sept 2026
About the Role
Muiríosa Foundation supports individuals (and their families) with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live self-directed, connected and fulfilling lives. The Leader in Day Services (CNM1/SCM1) will drive forward the vision, mission and values of the Muiríosa Foundation for those they support. They will have a key role in supporting individuals to be active citizens in their local community and promoting self-determination and self-direction for each person while overseeing the day to day operations of the Day Supports within their remit. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate with individuals being supported, their families, other professionals and people important in the person's life. They will be able to demonstrate an ability to adapt their interpersonal skills within the context of the situation.
There are administration centres in each of the regions of the organisation.
The Day Service Leader will be expected to work on their own initiative as well as being a team player supporting their colleagues; supporting, supervising and motivating the staff members reporting to them.
Requirements
Essential Requirements:
- Relevant recognised qualification - e.g. Nursing Qualification (RNID) Applied Social Studies in Social Care or other relevant qualification. Please note social care candidates must be registered with or CORU or confirm they are currently in the process of registering.
- Recognised Management Course
- Management experience in services for people with an Intellectual Disability
- Must be highly motivated with a proven record of leading, supporting and managing staff teams
- Knowledge and experience of implementing new directions
- Experience and commitment to developing person centred and self directed supports
- Experience of working with people with a range of support needs to include behaviours of concern
- Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role
Desirable Requirements:
- Experience of working with and collaborating with families
- Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills
Details
Location: Offaly
Contract type: Full-time, Fixed Term
Indicative salary: €71,807–€80,581 per year, indicative HSE pay scale for this grade
Closing date: 28 Sept 2026
Informal enquiries: Lorraine Moran 087 6704893
How to Apply
To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
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Frequently asked
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 28 Sept 2026
- Who can I contact for more information?
- Lorraine Moran 087 6704893
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- A relevant recognised qualification, such as a Nursing Qualification (RNID) or Applied Social Studies in Social Care, and a recognised Management Course. Social care candidates must be registered with or eligible to register with CORU. Nurse candidates must be registered with NMBI.
- What experience is required for this role?
- Minimum 3 years of management experience, including experience in services for people with an Intellectual Disability, supporting individuals with communication difficulties, and working with multidisciplinary teams.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Leader in Day Services role?
- The Leader in Day Services will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Day Supports, promote self-determination and self-direction for individuals, and support individuals to be active citizens in their local community. They will also communicate effectively with individuals being supported, their families, and other professionals.