Manager, Day Services/community Hubs/training Centres

Manager, Day Services & Community Hubs

Cork City Areas

Salary scale ‘Workshop Manager’ as per The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales

Day Services at Horizons support people in living their lives guided by the principles that are: ‘Person-Centeredness’, ‘Community Inclusion’, ‘Active Citizenship’, ‘High Quality Services and Supports’. All of which are in line with Interim Standards for New Directions. This underpins the supports provided which enables an individual to choose to learn, participate and be an active citizen with a socially valued role.

The intention is to encourage and support a person to meaningfully engage and develop their independence. Furthermore, enable an individual to commit to being active in their own decision making and to reach their full potential in living the life of their wishes.

Essential skills and requirements for the position:

• At least 5 years relevant experience in the area of health/social care
• A relevant third level qualification
• Hold high expectations for individuals we support to live a meaningful life within their chosen community in line with the UNCRPD and the ADMA
• Demonstrate an ability to take a human rights-based approach in service provision
• A comprehensive knowledge of New Directions standards
• A full driving licence
• Computer literate with commitment to develop further relevant to the role.
• Be person centred in approach, promoting and supporting a culture of Person Centredness
• Have an awareness of relevant policies to ensure an appropriate standard of service delivery
• Have effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with people we support, their parents/families and any other stakeholders
• Possess initiative & good organisational skills
• Be flexible and open to change
• Excellent team working skills and the ability lead and inspire others

What we offer:

• Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales
• Supervision appropriate to experience levels
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A flexible and supportive work environment
• Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme
• An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives

*Please note the location of this position can change as per requirements of the service.

Informal enquiries may be made to Michael Costello, Regional Manager, Person Centred Services & Supports on 086 168 2378.

Application forms must be returned no later than Friday 8th August 2025. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application.

A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent or temporary, full time or part time Manager positions that may arise across Horizons. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.

The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.

Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie