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: STAFF NURSE SAN JOSEPH RESPITE HOUSE CHILDREN'S SERVICES, LIMERICK PERMANENT FULL-TIME CONTRACT (37.5 Hours Per Week) & SPECIFIED PURPOSE FULL-TIME CONTRACT (37.5 Hours Per Week) Salary: € 37,788-€ 56,032* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience. REF:96094 Avista provide Residential and Day Services to people with Disabilities. San Joseph Respite House offers overnight respite services to children with complex disability needs. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who are committed to supporting children with disabilities and their families, in a child and family centered, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. This post will include working as part of a team and working varied hours to a roster as this service operates 7 days/nights a week. Essential: Have up to date NMBI Registration. Experience in working in the area of intellectual disability. Full clean manual Irish driving licence. Proficiency in the English language. Desirable: Intellectual Disability Nurse Registration (RNID) Have proven organizational, communication, interpersonal and team working skills. Have an organisational commitment to implement Avista core values and vision. Have previous experience of working with children with a dual diagnosis. Experience and/or interest in working with children Knowledge of person-centred planning and an awareness of HIQA & TUSLA requirements Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills Have experience of supporting children/adults to integrate into their community 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.