We are a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
We currently provide services in Limerick, North Tipperary, and Dublin.
Our mission at Avista is to work together with the people we support to live their best lives through the delivery of quality services while promoting their roles as active citizens in an inclusive society.
Skills and AttributesExperience working within Intellectual Disability areaFull Clean valid Manual Driving LicenceQQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalentThe award must be considered eligible for CORU registration.
EssentialDescriptionAvista 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: SOCIAL CARE WORKER (Community Based) PERMANENT FULL TIME CONTRACT. *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work Minimum RequirementsQQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration.CORU recognised Social Care Qualification – list can be found at the below link: CORU Approved QualificationsMust have full driving licence and be willing to drive a manual vehicle.Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern.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.REQ: 27375 Why Work With Us?Supportive and innovative working environment.Generous annual leave entitlement.Please submit a CV as application via our website careers section at:
Informal enquiries to Service Manager: Eilis Madden, (01) 824 8610 / Email: ****** Closing date for receipt of application: 10th February 2025. "A panel may be formed from which current and future Social Care Worker positions may be filled across the Dublin service." Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
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