Care Supervisor at Bluebird Care Ireland

Job Description:

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Care Supervisor - Take the Next Step in Your Healthcare Career with Bluebird Care
Are you an experienced Carer or Healthcare Assistant looking to advance your career? Do you have a passion for making a real difference in people's lives while taking on a leadership role?

The role of the Home Care Supervisor is to develop the clinical and practice expertise of health and social care assistants within the Bluebird Care organisation. They will have a key role in supporting and managing the performance, practice and functional elements of the care assistant role. This role is a full time role based in our Blanchardstown office servicing the Dublin West Area. (Clondalkin, Ballyfermot, Inchicore, Blanchardstown, Cabra)

The role of the Home Care Supervisor will:

• Conduct scheduled and unannounced care supervision visits in a wide variety of home care settings across Dublin West
• Conduct client assessments and develop personalised care plans.
• Oversee the accurate maintenance of supervision records
• Participate in care activities as part of the care supervision process
• Conduct Home Environment Risk Assessments and complete care plans to reflect same
• Complete care plan reviews and service reviews
• Give care assistants appropriate information and guidance to effectively and safely provide care and support as agreed in the care and support plan.
• Support, supervise and assist with training of care assistants
• Employ a best practice approach in the care of customers
• Work under the direction and supervision of the Area Operations Manager
• The Care Supervisor role will involve appraising the practice performance of care assistants and comply with allocated practice supervisions
• Build positive relationships with clients, families and colleagues.
• Provide ongoing training and mentorship to Carers.

Qualifications

• QQI/FETAC L5 Major award for Health Care Skills ( Full Modules)
• *L6 Supervisory Management essential (healthcare industry desirable). (Level 6 an advantage but not essential as training can be provided)
• Computer literacy/administration is desirable
• Patient Moving and Handling
• Risk Assessment knowledge is desirable

Experience:

• Experience as a Carer, Healthcare Assistant, or in a similar Supervisory role, preferably within the home care industry. Minimum 2 Years Experience Required.
• Have a relevant health or social care background
• Previous experience of risk assessment and person centred care and support planning
• Experience of working in a home care services environment is desirable
• Full Drivers License. A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for this role

Core Skills (Essential)

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Good understanding of the needs of people who require care and support at home and the principles of good care practice
• Ability to work independently and work as part of a team
• Ability to delegate tasks efficiently
• Ability to teach, mentor and supervise
• Good record keeping and report writing
• Ability to respond appropriately in an emergency situation
• Neat professional dress and appearance
• Punctuality
• Customer Advocate
• Attention to detail and a high standard of work performance

Employment Type:

• This role is a full time role based in our Blanchardstown office servicing the Dublin West Area
• Office/Clients Homes in Dyblin West Areas. (Clondalkin, Ballyfermot, Inchicore, Blanchardstown, Cabra)
• Monday to Friday (9am - 5.30pm)
• Annual Leave: 21 days per annum including Good Friday.
• Bonus: Tax Free Bonus of up to €1,500 per year. €500 discharged in Summer Months, €1,000 discharged in December. Fully discretionary by the company.
• Salary Review: Yearly Salary review and % increase based on performance appraisal.
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme

Employee Perks:

• Employee Wellness Programme
• 24/7 support from our local Care Management Team
• Positive team culture with regular staff events and celebrations
• Employee of the Month - €100 Voucher
• Annual Loyalty Bonus - €250 (Part Time) / €500 (Full time), tax free
• Christmas gifts & festive raffle
• Employee of the Year Awards
• Refer a Friend Bonus - €500 for you + €500 for your referral
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Free uniforms and PPE
• Clear opportunities for career growth and promotion

Closing Date for Applicantions: Friday 13th March

Job Info:

• Company: Bluebird Care Ireland
• Position: Care Supervisor
• Work Location: Blanchardstown
• Country: IE

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