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Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both Children and Adults in various locations across 3 Regions. The organisation is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person‑centred, community‑based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research.
Job Advertisement
Position: Social Care Worker
Employment type: Permanent full‑time / part‑time / relief contract
Location: Avista Community Residential Roscrea, North Tipperary / South Offaly
Salary: €40,351 - €56,650 (LSI)
Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro‑rated for hours of work.
Essential Qualifications
* QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent; the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration.
* Up‑to‑date CORU registration / Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU.
* Full clean Irish manual driving licence.
* Experience of working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern.
Desirable
* To adopt a holistic and person‑centred approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives and an awareness of New Directions.
* Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning.
Why work with us?
* Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
* Supportive and innovative working environment.
* Comprehensive Pension Scheme.
* Generous annual leave entitlement.
* Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme.
* Bike to work Scheme.
* Tax Saver Travel Scheme.
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Informal enquiries to CNM3 office: 086 8377941
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
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