Head of Children's Services Job Advertised on 26 May 2023 Applications Close on 11 June 2023 @ 9:48AM Salary Scale €75,420 - €90,965 Contract Type Permanent - Full Time Location Clontarf Job Reference # CRC36/23 Head of Children’s ServicesFull time permanent post, 35hrs per week based in Clontarf, expected to travel to other locations as required. The CRC delivers a range of services to children and adults with disabilities both nationally and locally through our centres in Dublin, Limerick and Waterford and our Outreach Services. The mission of the CRC is that by working together we make a positive difference to the lives of people with disabilities, their families and carers. Our vision is that people with disabilities achieve their potential and live full lives as equal and valued citizens.The CRC is Lead Agency for five Children’s Disability Network Teams [CDNT]. The Head of Children’s Services will have overall responsibility for the leadership, management, and delivery of Children’s Services under Progressing Disabilities, in the CRC.The Head of Children’s Services will provide leadership and support to the Children’s Disability Network Managers [CDNM] and the network teams, to ensure consistent, effective service delivery to the children and families we support.The successful candidate will be a key member of the Senior Management team and will be expected to work collaboratively with the Senior Management team for the good of the overall organisation. Applicants should have the following essential requirements:A professional qualification in health or social care, e.g. Dietetics, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy and Social Work, and where appropriate be registered or be entitled to be registered on an appropriate professional register or a primary degree in another related area e.g. Business with significant operational experience in a health or social care setting.A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a management role in a healthcare or social care environment with clear responsibilities for multiple service management and the directing and planning of departmental activities in conjunction with the management of staff and resources available.A minimum of 3 years working in the Disability Sector.Experience of leading and managing within a multi-disciplinary team environment is essential as is a proven ability to lead change initiatives.An in depth understanding of the implementation and application of Progressing Children’s Disability ServicesA management or business qualification is desirable.Informal enquiries to Alison McCallion Interim CEO via Aileen Adair (01) 8542299, email aadair@crc.ieDepartment of Health salary scale Clerical Grade VIII (€75,420 - €90,965). Applicants must demonstrate in their CV and supporting documentation how they meet the above criteria as short-listing will apply.Please forward a letter of application quoting reference number CRC36/23 with a full CV to; Human Resources Department by email to recruit@crc.ie or through Irish Jobs. Applications must be received on or before 11th June 2023.Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_applicant_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle.