Community Employment Supervisor

In 1961 Leonard Cheshire set up Ireland’s first Cheshire service in Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, supported by volunteers, and since then further services have developed around the country.Initially, these services were supported by local voluntary management committees who oversaw the running of the services and who fundraised locally.Over time, the Health and Social Care environment in Ireland changed with an increased requirement for governance and oversight. To reflect this Cheshire Ireland dev

In 1961 Leonard Cheshire set up Ireland’s first Cheshire service in Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, supported by volunteers, and since then further services have developed around the country.Initially, these services were supported by local voluntary management committees who oversaw the running of the services and who fundraised locally.Over time, the Health and Social Care environment in Ireland changed with an increased requirement for governance and oversight. To reflect this Cheshire Ireland dev Show more

Skills and attributes

• Project Management
• Supervisory Skills
• Drivers Licence
• 3 Years Experience
• level 6

Description

Community Supervisor Vacancy

We are currently recruiting for a Community Employment Supervisor for The Cara Cheshire Services Phoenix Park, Dublin.

Cara Cheshire Services provide residential services to people with both physical and neurological conditions. Our vision is to support people to live their best possible life and our values are underpinned by a person centred, rights-based approach.

The post and project are funded by the Department of Social Protection. This is a full-time post of 39 hours per week. New entrants will be placed on the first point of the appropriate salary scale.

THE ROLE

To ensure the effective and efficient management and co-ordination of the human, financial and material resources of the CE Scheme and report to the sponsoring committee on its implementation. A core aspect of the role is to support and coach CE participants towards gaining the skills, competencies, and qualifications in preparation for employment.

Key Areas of the role includes Administration, Training & Development, Human Resources, Scheme Management, Financial Monitoring and Programme and Training Monitoring, Progression of CE Participants.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Successful candidates should have a knowledge and understanding of the role of the CE Supervisor as it pertains to project management and programme delivery. Candidates should display responsibility, commitment, and motivation to implement the objectives of the CE Programme.

Candidates should have previous supervisory and people management experience relevant to the post (3 years minimum) and previous experience in Administration, Project Management and/or Training or other relevant positions. Interpersonal skills including effective communication skills, competent report writing skills, experience of working with vulnerable individuals and jobseekers, Capable of directing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring jobseekers. Ability to work under the direction of the Sponsoring Organisation for the effective implementation of the CE Programme in line with the CE Operational Procedures.

CE Supervisor candidates must evidence competency in one or more of the following areas: Business/Financial Administration, Communication & Interpersonal Skills, Training, Human Resources, People Management, ICT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office) and Payroll. Candidates should have 3 years supervisory experience and a 3rd level qualification (NFQ level 6 or higher) is desirable for the role.

Why work for us:

Flexibility in working hours.

Free Parking on site.

Induction and in house training provided through the Cheshire Academy.

On site sponsoring team support.

Organisational finance support with yearly budgets and audits.

Full supports of line managers of all departments on site.

Full supports of Organisational Human Resource department.

Paid Sick Leave certified and uncertified.

Company Pension Scheme.

Maternity benefit.

Employee assistance programme.

Death in Service benefit for pension members.

Employee Referral bonus.

Closing Date: - 21st of May 2024

Reference: 2024174

Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.

All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Flexible Schedules

Professional Development + Growth

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

Staff Discounts

Great Location

Work/Life Balance

Employee Recognition

Casual Dress

Employee Referral Bonus

Free onsite parking

Death in Service

Pension Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Bereavement, Parental and Carers Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

E-Learning & Development Portal

Maternity Leave & Pay

Paternity Leave & Pay

Cheshire Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer