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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
Location: Community Residential Service, ST VINCENT’S CENTRE DUBLIN
Contract: Permanent Full Time (39 HPW) or Permanent Part Time (35 HPW)
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.
* Must have full automatic or manual driving licence; driving service vehicles is a requirement.
* Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern.
Desirable Qualifications
* 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.
Additional Criteria
Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.
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.
Application
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Informal enquiries to Monica Griffin – monica.griffin@avistaclg.ie, 0872194638
Closing Date
29th October 2025.
Interview Dates
Week beginning 10th November 2025.
Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
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