Day Centre Coordinator – Clarecare

This is a 1 year fixed-term contract of 5 days per week (Monday to Friday inclusive) to supervise the running of the new Day Centre facility for circa 60 older persons at Cuan an Chlair, Cahercalla. Hours of work are from 9.30 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. daily. Duties include: provision of meals, organisation of social activities/entertainment, facilitation of other services as appropriate for older persons; and the recruitment of attendees at the Centre. The Supervisor will be hands on and manage the Day Centre Team comprising of 10-15 staff and volunteers.

Essential Requirements:
Third level Diploma/Degree in Business or Social Care.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience:
working with older people in a professional capacity with a keen understanding of their needs.
managing a team of 10+ people.
Minimum 1 years’ experience of organising social activities/entertainment for large groups.
Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills with the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
Well developed computer skills i.e. MS Word, Excel, Email.
A full driving licence.

Desirable:
FETAC Level 5 qualification in Care of the Older Person and/or Care Skills.
Experience of financial budgeting/accounts.
HACCP trained.
Please contact Carmel Keane for full job description and application form. Fully completed application form with up to date CV must be returned by latest 5.00 p.m. on Friday, 5th May 2017 to: Carmel Keane, Administration (HR) Manager, Clarecare, Harmony Row, Ennis, Co. Clare. Tel: 065- 6867003. Email: ckeane@clarecare.ie

Shortlisting for interview will apply based the relevant information submitted on the application.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION IF YOU DO NOT HOLD THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS.

Clarecare is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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