Day Services Manager- Cork

Overview

Location: On site / Cork City, Cork, Ireland
Job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare Social Care / Social Worker
Annual Fixed Salary: €52,000.00

Position: Day Service Manager, Disability Service - Cork-based (includes other areas)

Purpose of Role

The Day Service Manager for our Disability service will support and be responsible for the management and effective delivery of Barróg Healthcare Day Services in their assigned area, including development of new services in conjunction with the HSE.

The Day Service Manager will provide direct line management, supervision and leadership for the service in accordance with the service delivery model. They will oversee work as part of a multiagency response (where applicable), in partnership with the parent, family, referral agency and other agencies on behalf of the vulnerable adult to ensure services are proportionate to identified needs and risks. They will plan, implement and evaluate service plans as part of a multiagency response, ensuring written and verbal reporting of individual programmes.

The Day Service Manager will promote a welcoming, safe, caring, stable and supportive environment for clients. They will ensure vulnerable adults are treated with dignity and respect, promoting a culture of unconditional positive regard. They will promote the best interests of vulnerable adults and facilitate their participation in planning and reviewing agreed plans with regard to service support. They will liaise with relevant statutory and voluntary services in carrying out the duties of the role.

Service development will be a key component of this role.

The Company

Barróg Healthcare is a small private health and social care provider based in Dublin with services nationwide, offering residential care and day packages to support people across mental health, disability, aftercare, transitional and mainstream social care. We welcome applications from individuals who feel they would be a good fit and who strive to enhance the lives of service users by promoting community inclusion and equal citizenship.

Job Details

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Shifts Available: Day shifts, Mon - Fri; flexibility required at times

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, 8-hour days with some flexibility for service needs

Reporting Relationship: This post reports to the Operations Manager

Closing date for applications: 3 April 2026

Locations: The Hub (Mayfield, Co. Cork), Ait Shona (Monaghan Road, Co. Cork), and Claddagh Day Services (Millstreet, Co. Cork)

Job Title: Day Service Manager

Vetting: All applicants will be subject to reference checks, Garda Vetting and a request to provide security clearance from any country where they resided for more than 6 months after age 16.

Benefits

• Flexibility on working hours
• Competitive starting salary
• Annual pay increments
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Death in Service Benefit
• Sunday overtime rate
• Access to Cycle to Work Scheme and tax-free transport
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Promotion and development opportunities
• Support for further education and training
• Refer a friend bonus
• Discounted driving lessons

Qualifications and Experience

• Permission to work in Ireland.
• Appropriate qualification in health or social care management at QQI Level 7 or equivalent
• Experience in a management or supervisory role in health or disability
• Proficient ICT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word; familiarity with Outlook)
• Minimum three years of proven leadership experience
• Experience in managing a service and people in a fast-paced health/social care environment

Candidate Skills / Experience

• Ability to support the client group non-judgmentally and with respect
• Commitment to high standards and user-centered service
• Ability to manage self and others, prioritise caseloads
• Understanding of policy, legislation and professional requirements relevant to the role
• Strong interpersonal and written communication; mediation, advocacy and collaboration
• Budget management and financial package handling
• Project planning and development
• Staff development and training
• Initiative and service improvement
• Knowledge of HR policies and compliance
• Recognises service user as expert; supports involvement in care planning and service development

Main Duties / Responsibilities

• Recruitment and management of the staff team, including supervision duties
• Manage all aspects of community outreach for the service
• Keep Referral Agents informed on significant matters relating to service delivery
• Carry out duties as requested by the Regional Manager
• Ensure high standards of person-centered, effective, safe service delivery and wellbeing for residents and staff
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and policies
• Manage client files and maintain a case management structure; complete risk assessments, safety plans and care plans as required
• Establish and maintain a safe, welcoming environment
• Work with clients with trust and respect; handle difficult situations sensitively within organisational policies
• Consult and involve clients in project operations
• Provide support for staff teams and on-call escalation
• Maintain positive relationships with external agencies and the local community
• Carry out administrative and financial procedures per policies
• Prepare reports, statistics and information as required by management
• Contribute to policy development and work as a positive team member
• Manage enquiries, complaints and allegations in line with company policy
• Implement HR policies and procedures, manage budgets as defined
• Develop and grow the service in assigned areas with regional management
• Identify, address and investigate safeguarding concerns
• Contribute to annual reports and performance indicators as required
• Promote service user involvement in care planning and service development

Team and Leadership Skills

• Effective leadership and team skills; develop self and others
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet role requirements

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your details following the instructions on the application page for Barróg Healthcare.

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