Social Care Leader-Swords in Dublin

About the Role

St. Michael’s House is a community-based organisation committed to providing a quality person-centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. A permanent vacancy now exists for a Social Care Leader - Person in Charge – Elmwood, Swords, Co. Dublin. Elmwood is home to 6 people and is located next to many shops, amenities, and places of interest.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high-quality service with the residents while working closely with families and the multidisciplinary team. The key task is to provide person-centred supports within a homely and respectful environment, supporting people with their changing needs.

Requirements

• Have at least 5 years' experience working in the area of intellectual disability within a community setting
• Have experience and understanding of HIQA regulations
• Have an awareness of New Directions
• Have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a management role in the area of health or social care
• Experience of managing a staff team and developing the team to ensure that they have the necessary skills and motivation to deliver to the highest of standards
• Have a strong commitment to the empowerment of the service users and their families
• Excellent facilitation, leadership, and communication skills
• Excellent report writing
• Highly organised, motivated, flexible, and ability to problem solve
• CORU Registration or evidence of Submission
• Must have a full, clean driver licence and willing to drive as part of duties
• Applicants must have one of the following qualifications:
  • QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) - Open Training College
  • Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by an Institute of Technology, DIT or National University of Ireland
  • On the CORU list of 'approved degrees for Section 38 organisations' or 'sufficiently relevant qualifications'
  • A relevant Health or Social Care Management qualification

Details

Location: Swords, Dublin

Contract type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: €57,484–€67,130 per year

Closing date: 19 Aug 2026

How to Apply

Informal enquiries to: Karen.Harrold@smh.ie

To apply: Please upload a copy of your C.V. and cover letter. Outline in your cover letter your suitability for the role, taking into account the criteria in the advert. Remember to include a valid email as this is the way you will be contacted for interview.