About the job

"Enabling people with an intellectual disability to have full and meaningful lives through quality person centred services in partnership with families"

The Organisation:

Cheeverstown is a voluntary organisation, regulated by the Health Information & Quality Authority (HIQA).

We provide a wide range of person centered services, including residential, respite and day services to almost 400 adults with an intellectual disability in the south Dublin area.

The Role:

The primary role of the CNM1 is to effectively lead and manage a team of health and social care professionals to ensure delivery of the highest quality residential service. This is a permanent, part-time (18.75hr) contract.

Purpose of the Post:

In line with the strategic priorities and values of Cheeverstown, the Service User is placed at the centre of our circle of support. Therefore, flexibility in your working location is required in order to best support Service Users to achieve their individual desired goals and live full and meaningful lives.

Placement is across all areas of Cheeverstown Campus as well as our services in the South Dublin & Kildare area. Applicants must agree to support the transition of campus-based residents to supported living in the community.

Person specification:

Applications are invited from candidates who are currently registered with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland in the RNID Division, with a minimum of 3 years' post registration experience, preferably in Intellectual Disability

Applications from other nurses registered with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland will also be considered

Previous management experience and a recognised Qualification in management

Have the clinical and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.

Candidates will possess a high level of communication skills and strong command of English language (both verbally and written)

A flexible approach to hours to meet the needs of the service is essential, roster requirements include days, sleep over, nights and weekends

Flexible, responsive to a person-centered approach and the individual needs and abilities of the person

Candidates should be proficient in I.T.

Knowledge of the current HIQA Standards and Health Act Regulations 2013

One years' experience supporting people with an intellectual disability is desirable.

Full driver's license and access to use of own car.

Ability to lead a team

Other requirements specific to the post:

Management experience and good leadership ability and team building skills

Possess knowledge of developments in HSE Social Care Policy

Strong skills in networking and promoting community inclusion and social outcomes.

Knowledge of Irish Healthcare

Knowledge of HIQA/Safer better healthcare standards

Strong awareness of Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at risk of Abuse

Strong understanding of the Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act, with the knowledge to exercise this in care