Team Leader - Donegal, County Donegal

We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self- ...

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We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals

We Welcome All Backgrounds and Abilities

We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.

We will work with you to meet your needs.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference

Team Leader

Permanent Contract, 39 hours per week

Location: Seaview Respite, Mountcharles, Donegal

About the Role:

The Team Leader will assist the Residential Services Manager in the delivery of a quality 'client–focused' residential service. They will have a role in the management and planning of entry and exiting of service, whilst supporting clients with physical and sensory disabilities in a person-centred respite service. Implementing and ensuring HIQA regulations and RehabCare standards while overseeing the delivery of a quality, customer-focused service.

What We're Looking For:

• A third level graduate in Health & Social Care, A management qualification or working towards same.
• A minimum of three years of experience in a similar/related field, preferably in an accommodation-based setting. Must have experience and knowledge of Intellectual Disabilities/Mental Health difficulties and the HIQA process within residential settings. (Any essential training will be provided if necessary).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, logistical skills.
• Ability to manage behaviours that challenge.
• Track record of liaising with service users and their families (where applicable) to ensure best quality of care.
• A champion of Person Centred Planning and Individual Action Plans.
• A specific interest in services, activities and programmes to cater for the needs of persons with an intellectual disability and/or a dual diagnosis and behaviours that challenge.
• Ability to maintain networks within the local communities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with internal colleagues and external agencies.
• Excellent IT and report writing skills.
• Maintain quality management system.

At Rehab Group, we understand that there are many paths of learning to your chosen career. We know that standardised educational training is not a shared experience, particularly for people with differing abilities. If you meet the majority of the requirements for the position you are applying for, we are happy to discuss the role with you further. You might be exactly who we are looking for.

Your Responsibilities:

• To provide leadership to staff on a daily basis in the facilitation and implementation of a Person Centered service appropriate to the needs, wishes, and requirements of the clients. To supervise and support staff by identifying their training needs and development requirements.

• To ensure the delivery of a quality service by designing, implementing, and reviewing quality monitoring systems appropriate to requirements of a residential service and relevant legislation and standards.

• To ensure that adequate staff cover is provided and participating in the roster where applicable.

• To provide appropriate support and assistance in all aspects of independent living, in accordance with individual support plans.

• To document information, update records, and complete necessary paperwork for communication and accountability purposes in line with HIQA Standards.

• To work in conjunction with the manager to co-ordinate and plan as appropriate to the needs of the services ensuring the efficient day to day management of the service.

• To comply with health and safety legislation and ensure the safe use and regular maintenance of all aids and appliances used within the houses.

• To liaise with families, the multidisciplinary team and other personnel as directed by the Centre Manager.

Additional Requirements:

• Hold a full, clean manual driving license for at least two years.
• Be flexible in terms of working hours and days.

If applicable, candidates will need to provide a police certificate for any country they've lived in before moving to Ireland

A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign.

Salary starting from point 1 €46,767.01 to point 7 €53,861.58(pro rata), is subject to experience and qualification.

What We Offer:

• 6% Company Pension Scheme

• Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave

• Educational leave

• 27 days annual leave & Christmas eve

• Bike to work scheme

• Tax saver travel scheme

• Income protection

• Unpaid leave

• Health and Wellbeing programme

• Company credit union scheme

• Employee discount scheme

• Digital Doctor

• Financial support for studying and study leave

• Long Service Reward Scheme

• Sick leave

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

How to Apply:

Submit your application by 06/03/2026

Please download the full job description for more information here: Job Description

The recruitment process usually involves an initial application, screening, followed by interviews (often in-person or virtual) and possibly assessments related to the role.

We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.

The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer

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