Person in Charge (PIC)

Location: Galway City

Hours: 38 hours per week, Full-time

Pay Rate / Salary: €50,000-€59,000

Contract Type: Permanent

Recruitment managed by Staffline on behalf of the client.

As a Person in Charge (PIC), you will oversee the effective delivery of residential and short break respite services for adults, ensuring high-quality, person-centred support and compliance with regulatory standards. This Person in Charge (PIC) role is ideal for an experienced health or social care manager with strong leadership and budget management experience. The Person in Charge (PIC) will be responsible for the operation of the designated centre and supporting people to live as independently as possible.

Why Apply:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Wide range of on-the-job training and development opportunities, including Studio III and Medication Management
• Ongoing professional development and career progression through training, mentoring, and hands-on experience
• Contributory pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
• Flexible benefits package, Bike to Work Scheme and 10% discount on LAYA Healthcare

Key duties:

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the designated residential and respite service as Person in Charge
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, the Health Act 2007, HIQA regulations, and relevant legislation
• Manage budgets, staffing, expenditure, rosters, and administrative requirements
• Develop and oversee person-centred programmes that promote independence, choice, and wellbeing
• Support residents' health, safety, finances, medication management, and daily living needs
• Lead, supervise and develop staff, identifying training and development needs
• Promote positive relationships with people supported families, colleagues, and professional services
• Maintain required records, reports, incident management, and operational documentation

Essential criteria:

• At least 3 years of experience in a management or supervisory role in health or social care.
• A Level 7 or higher qualification in nursing, social care, or health science (QQI approved).
• Registered with NMBI (for nurses).
• A relevant qualification in management.
• Full current driving license.

To find out more, please contact 091 423293 and email [email protected]

Please note you must be eligible to work in Ireland (Minimum Stamp 4). Sponsorship is not provided for this role.

Please note that this role is subject to Garda Vetting and clearances.