We are a person-centred, rights-based organisation 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: Principal Social Worker.
Temporary (12 months) full-time contract (35 hours per week), Children's Services, Dublin.
Salary is subject to relevant public sector experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
Responsibilities and Requirements
A NQSW or equivalent professional social worker qualifications
5 years post-qualification social worker experience with a depth and breadth of experience in the area of services for children and young people with a disability.
Be registered with the Social Workers Professional Register (CORU) and have an active CPD Portfolio
Permit to work in Republic of Ireland
Full clean driving licence and use of a car
Demonstrate the ability to ensure high standards in the delivery of a quality social work service for people with a disability.
Demonstrate good knowledge and ability in management, organising and planning
Demonstrate the ability to provide leadership, supervision, and a high standard of professional ability.
Demonstrate initiative and innovation in identifying areas for service development and improvement.
Display effective interpersonal and communication skills including skills in interdisciplinary working and the ability to collaborate with colleagues, supported individuals and families.
Provide motivation and support in order to optimize service delivery by developing teams and promoting change management initiatives.
Certificate of completion for 'Children First - E-learning module', and experience of safeguarding.
Applicants should possess Level 3 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework
What We Offer
Supportive and innovative working environment.
Generous annual leave entitlement
Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days
Informal enquiries to Liam Callaghan, Service Manager, Tel: **********
Closing date for receipt of applications: 17th October ****.
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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