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.
Description
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
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:
COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE
TEES Day Service, Dublin
SPECIFIC PURPOSE PART-TIME CONTRACT of 28 HRS PER WEEK
Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
NMBI Registration in the RNID division.
Be committed to pro-actively supporting individuals in all aspects of their daily lives and choices through a person-centred approach
Have proven organisational, leadership, communication, interpersonal and teambuilding skills
Ability to network with external agencies, PHN's, GP's, acute hospitals, schools etc.
Experience of working in an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary team
Have ability to manage a caseload and to work on own Initiative
Have a Full Clean valid Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
Experience in epilepsy and diabetes
Experience working in community setting providing supports to people with intellectual disabilities
Have a good knowledge of HSE New Directions and the PCP framework.
Excellent leadership skills and the ability to work on your own initiative.
Have experience of working with Behaviours of Concern and complex care needs and supporting mentoring staff teams in the delivery of a high quality to the Supported Individuals.
Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework as set out in the job description.
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Why work with us?
Supportive and innovative working environment.
Generous annual leave entitlement
Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme
Bike to work Scheme
Tax Saver Travel Scheme
Please submit a CV and cover letter as application via our website careers section at:
Closing date for receipt of applications: 31st of October ****
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 Dublin service.
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days
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