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.
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: Senior Day Service Manager AVISTA DAY SERVICES NORTH TIPPERARY/SOUTH OFFALY PERMANENT FULL-TIME CONTRACT Salary: CNM2 / Clerical VII **Salary is paid in line with HSE Consolidated PayScale Aug ****
Appointment to Scale and Point on Scale will be dependent on Qualification held /
Relevant public sector experience.
Ref : ***** Essential: · Hold a recognised 3rd Level qualification in Nursing or Health / Social care division :
- Nursing Up to date NMBI Registration - Health/Social Care (The award must be considered eligible for CORU registration) · Recognised Management Qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 or equivalent.
· Minimum of 3 years' experience in a management or supervisory role in the area of Health Care.
· Experience of working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have
behaviours of concern.
· Full clean Irish manual driving licence and access to own vehicle.
· Have a detailed knowledge of the HIQA/ New Directions standards / regulations and
Health Act **** and the role of the person in charge.
· Proficiency in the English language.
Desirable · Nursing - RNID Desirable
· Health/Social Care Level 8 Desirable (applicants with level 7 degree who have relevant experience will be considered)
· Have the ability and are committed to working with families, advocates and MDT members.
· Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Be a highly motivated individual and have a proven track record in managing change
*Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework as set out in the Job Description* 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: > Informal enquiries to Michelle O'Brien, Service Manager Tel: **********, Email: ****** Closing date for receipt of applications: ********** Interviews scheduled to take place week commencing 16th February **** Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.
"A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the North Tipperary/South Offaly service" Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests.
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.