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 2025
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 2007 and the role of the person in charge.
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?
ü Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
ü Supportive and innovative working environment.
ü Comprehensive Pension Scheme
ü Generous annual leave entitlement
ü Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme
ü Bike to work Scheme
ü 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 will take place the week of
"A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the
NORTH TIPPERARY/SOUTH OFFALY service."
Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.