Residential Leader Permanent Contract Laois Region in County Laois

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. Currently we employ over 1,700 staff and support people in Laois, Offaly, Westmeath, Meath, Longford, Kildare, Tipperary, Kilkenny. We provide supports through the Regional structure and the Person Centred Wing. Each region exercises a high level of devolved autonomy across all major operational functions including residential homes, day supports, respite. The Person Centred Wing offers the opportunity to have someone work with you who comes with an exclusively individualised focus on getting to know you and figuring out what needs to happen so that you get the opportunity to create the life you want for yourself. What people want is usually very ordinary but is seen as ‘extraordinary’ if you have a disability. Refer to the Muiriosa Foundation Website for further information.

Laois Region Residential Services

RESIDENTIAL LEADER (Social Care Manager 1/CNM1 - Includes Person in Charge Responsibility)

Permanent Full Time Contract

We are looking for dynamic leaders to support people with intellectual disability to achieve their life goals, dreams and aspirations. Are you a motivated and compassionate leader ready to make a lasting impact? Muiríosa Foundation is on the lookout for enthusiastic Residential Leaders to join our established team. These are additional posts to enhance the current management structure in Laois. Bring your passion for community, innovation, and supportive leadership to create a positive living environment where everyone thrives!

Person Specification

The ability to lead and support teams keeping individuals at the centre of service provision at all times by promoting self-determination and self-direction.
Demonstrate an ability to manage competing priorities.
Lead and inspire teams to deliver exceptional care and support within our residential services.
Foster a positive, inclusive culture where residents feel empowered and valued within their home and local community.
Oversee daily operations, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with regard to National Regulations.
Engage with the community and spearhead initiatives that enhance residents’ experiences.
Manage resources efficiently, contributing to both resident satisfaction and operational excellence.
Communicate effectively with the individuals we support, their families and people important in each individuals’ life.
Ability to work on their own initiative as well as supporting colleagues within a Team.
Support the maintenance of up to date and accurate recording to ensure and demonstrate a high standard of care and support to each resident.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills including; planning, data management, IT and organisational skills.
Have a robust knowledge and understanding of HIQA standards and statutory requirements and their responsibilities as a Person In Charge.

Requirements

Have Qualification appropriate to the role e.g. Nursing, Social Care, other relevant qualification.
3 years’ supervisory/managerial experience qualifying them to take on the role of PIC within intellectual disability services.
Completed a Management Course.
Full current manual driving licence to drive in Ireland.
Participation in the regional On-call roster.
Suitability as outlined above.

Details

Location: Laois, Ireland

Contract Type: Permanent Full-time

Closing date: 31 Aug 2026 9:00 AM

Informal Enquiries - Area Directors: Colm Heffernan 0879810958 & Liz Murphy 087 245 2756

To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation