Supervisor Kildare Day Service

Saint John of God Community Services Liffey Services supports individuals with intellectual disabilities to be active participants within the community. St John of God Liffey Services invites applications for a Supervisor based in our Day Services within the North Kildare area to provide support to individuals with an intellectual disability.

Supervisor - Kildare Day Services

Permanent Full-Time Position

REF :   KDSUP- KILDAY069 - OCT2025

Liffey Services provides a network of education, training, employment, respite and community living supports to children and adults with intellectual disabilities in the South West Dublin and North Kildare areas.

Applications are invited for the Supervisor position in Kildare Day Services. The successful candidate will work closely with the Day Services Coordinators and a team of Day Service Staff in the development and delivery of an innovative range of Person Directed Programmes that enables each individual to reach their full potential in accordance with the principles of Day Services National Policy, New Directions.

This is a critical leadership position and offers potential candidates a unique experience and an opportunity to work in a changing, dynamic and exciting environment.

This role is suited to a person who has specific interest in Positive Behaviour Support and has experience supporting individuals with ASD.

Requirements :

• A relevant third level qualification in the area of Health / Social Care / Allied Health etc.
• Management Qualification desirable
• Experience of working with adults with disabilities
• A clear vision and implementation strategy for the future direction for adult day services in line with New Directions National Policy
• Proven ability to demonstrate creativity and initiative when identifying opportunities for meaningful community involvement, interaction and participation including supported employment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, ICT and organisational skills
• Effective team management skills and a proven track record in meeting targets and standards
• Knowledge and experience in Person Directed Planning and the use of Assistive Technology
• Experience and in-depth knowledge of national policy on Safeguarding.
• A full clean Manual Driver's License is essential

By applying for this position you are giving Saint John of God Community CLG. consent to have your personal data stored for the purpose of this competition only .

If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, competencies and experience to bring to this role, please apply by forwarding a cover letter and CV (including written explanation for any gaps in employment through the following link :

https : https : / / api.occupop.com / shared / job / supervisor-kildare-day-service-65dfc

(Please include the post reference number in the subject line of your application

KDSUP-KILDAY069-OCT2025

Applications will be short-listed on the information supplied in the Curriculum Vitae and a panel may be formed from which future vacancies will be filled.

Full Job Description available from the Human Resources Department.

Informal enquiries to Leo Gordon 087 1239196     or Joanne O'Malley 087 2486460

Shortlisting will be based on information that candidates provide in their application in line with above requirements.

Closing Date :  22

nd

October 2025

Please note that due to high volumes of applications we can only respond to candidates who have been shortlisted

Saint John of God Community Services Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.