Person In Charge

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Person in Charge in Tipperary to lead and oversee the delivery of high-quality residential disability services within a designated region. This is a senior leadership position responsible for ensuring safe, person-centred, and compliant service delivery while supporting and developing management teams to achieve positive outcomes for service users and their families.

The successful candidate will play a key role in service development, regulatory compliance, staff leadership, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring services operate in line with HIQA standards, relevant legislation, and organisational policies.

About the Company

Our client is a specialist provider of residential and community-based services for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Through evidence-based approaches, including Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), and Equine Therapy, they deliver high-quality, person-centred care in a safe and therapeutic environment, with young people and their families at the centre of all decision-making and support planning.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Service Management

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across designated residential centres.
• Fulfil the statutory responsibilities of the Person in Charge in compliance with the Health Act 2007.
• Lead and support Centre Management teams to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred services.
• Work collaboratively with senior management to plan, develop, and continuously improve services.
• Ensure services operate in accordance with their Statement of Purpose and organisational standards.

Quality, Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with HIQA regulations, National Standards, organisational policies, and all relevant legislation.
• Monitor service quality and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee regulatory reporting requirements, including Significant Event Notifications and notifiable incidents.
• Conduct regular audits and ensure corrective action plans are implemented and reviewed.

Person-Centred Service Delivery

• Champion person-centred practices and ensure individual needs, goals, and aspirations are reflected in service delivery.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of Person-Centred Plans.
• Support teams in managing complex behaviours through Positive Behaviour Support and Low Arousal approaches.
• Ensure effective safeguarding measures are in place to promote the wellbeing and rights of service users.

Staff Leadership & Development

• Provide supervision, mentoring, and professional support to management teams and staff.
• Promote a culture of accountability, learning, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Lead employee relations processes, including performance management, grievance, and disciplinary procedures.
• Ensure effective induction, training, and professional development opportunities for all employees.
• Facilitate critical incident debriefing and reflective practice sessions.

Health, Safety & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety legislation and organisational requirements.
• Oversee risk management processes, including the identification, assessment, mitigation, and escalation of risks.
• Monitor and respond appropriately to accidents, incidents, complaints, and safeguarding concerns.
• Ensure all hazards are effectively managed, documented, and reviewed.

Family & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain positive relationships with service users, families, advocates, and key stakeholders.
• Act as a point of contact for families and respond professionally to concerns and enquiries.
• Develop strong partnerships with external agencies, community services, healthcare professionals, schools, and regulatory bodies.

Administration & Financial Management

• Maintain high standards of governance, administration, and record keeping.
• Review and oversee centre documentation, reports, registers, and operational records.
• Prepare reports and service evaluations as required.
• Manage and monitor centre budgets and financial resources effectively.

Operational Responsibilities

• Participate in the on-call management rota.
• Support the delivery of a 24-hour, 7-day service, including occasional evening, weekend, public holiday, and emergency cover as required.
• Lead and participate in team meetings, handovers, professional forums, conferences, and organisational events.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably required by senior management.

Person Specification:

Essential Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Health or Social Care Management/ leadership OR a commitment to undertake further training is essential.
• Minimum Level 7 in Humanities, Healthcare OR Social Care Equivalent e.g. Disability Studies/ Psychology/ Counselling Psychotherapy/ Special Needs Education / Nursing
• Atleast 3 years of management/supervisory experience within healthcare or social care services.
• Strong knowledge of HIQA regulations, National Standards, safeguarding, and person-centred practice.
• Proven leadership, people management, and organisational skills.
• Experience in behaviour support, risk management, and service development.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel across the designated region.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families.

If you are a motivated leader with a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred services, we would love to hear from you.

Required Criteria

• Relevant qualification in Health or Social Care Management/Leadership OR a commitment to undertake further training.
• Minimum Level 7 qualification in Humanities, Healthcare, Social Care, or equivalent (e.g., Disability Studies, Psychology, Counselling Psychotherapy, Special Needs Education, Nursing).
• At least 3 years of management or supervisory experience within healthcare or social care services.
• Proven leadership, people management, and organisational skills.
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel across the designated region.

Desired Criteria

• Experience managing services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

About The Company

We’re MCMA, and for over three decades, we’ve taken immense pride in delivering unparalleled staffing solutions to Ireland’s social care and healthcare sectors. As an Irish-owned organisation founded on a legacy of high-quality residential care, our commitment to excellence now extends into placing vetted, highly qualified professionals in residential services, hospitals, and nursing homes across the country.

We currently support more than 70 residential care units nationwide, partnering with valued clients including TUSLA, HSE mental health services, Fresh Start, Daffodil, Solis MMC, and Camphill Communities.

Our rigorous, in-depth interview and Garda vetting processes—spanning four to six weeks—ensure we match right-fit professionals with each client’s needs. This dedication has led to exceptional staff-to-client compatibility and an impressively high migration rate of our candidates into full-time roles.

We operate 24/7 administration, maintain high client consistency, and draw from our more than 30 years of industry experience to continuously exceed national standards and follow best practice in care delivery.

Above all, our promise is simple: to deliver staffing solutions that are professional, compassionate, and tailored to support the evolving needs of Ireland’s care providers—because every person deserves the highest standard of care, delivered by people you can trust.

Company Culture

At MCMA, our culture is deeply rooted in a commitment to excellence, empathy, and equality — values that guide us every day.

We bring more than 30 years of experience to the table, but what truly defines us is how personally we care about our people—and theirs. Every team member is thoroughly interviewed, Garda vetted, and hand-matched to take care of vulnerable individuals in places like residential units, hospitals, and community-based settings. This attention to detail helps us maintain exceptional staff compatibility and trust.

Equality and fairness are foundational to how we operate. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment—regardless of gender, age, ability, race, or background. Our recruitment and workplace policies ensure every individual is treated with dignity and given equal access to roles and development opportunities.

We pride ourselves on being client-focused and flexible. By adapting to care providers’ needs—whether it’s scheduling, specialised staff, or ongoing support—we foster collaborative partnerships grounded in reliability and trust.

Professionalism and accessibility are central to our ethos. We operate with a 24-hour administrative backbone, maintaining clear communication channels and ensuring our clients always have the support they need when they need it.

At our heart lies a fundamental belief: that excellent care begins with excellent people. We strive to enrich our healthcare community by providing skilled, dedicated professionals—and by doing so, we ensure safer, more compassionate environments for those who need it most.

Company Benefits

Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Referral bonus

Salary

Starting from €58,000.00 per year