Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista 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: SOCIAL CARE WORKER ADULT DAY SERVICES, ST VINCENT'S CENTRE NAVAN ROAD PERMANENT FULL TIME CONTRACT (39HPW) Salary: €* (LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Ref: 97637 Essential: QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent. Up to date CORU registration / Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern. Proficiency in the English language. Desirable: Experience working within the area of intellectual disability. A full automatic or manual driving licence. Experience supporting a person with behaviours of concern. To adopt a holistic and person-centred approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives. To have knowledge of New Directions. Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework. Why work with us? Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. Comprehensive Pension Scheme 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 Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.