Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite support 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 Centered, Community Based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research.
Avista is recruiting a Team Leader for It's My Life Individualised Supports.
The successful applicant will work in partnership with a small number of individuals to explore and pursue a vision for a full, inclusive ordinary life.
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: Team Leader It's My Life Individualised Supports PERMANENT PART TIME CONTRACT (35 Hours per Week) Salary: €39,951-€56,089* (*LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work Ref: ***** Essential: · QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent · Training or Education in 'Social Role Valorisation' or 'Supported Self Directed Living (SSDL).
· To have very good leadership, communication, team working, planning and organisational skills.
· Ability to be flexible with working hours to meet the support needs for the person.
· Full clean manual driving licence · The ability to partner and liaise effectively with the person, their family and those who support them.
· To be abilities focused and have a strong desire to see the person lead a valued life in terms of home, family, work, social-life, relationships and support.
· The ability to be creative and innovative.
· To be a good observer, a critical thinker and good problem solver.
· Experience in supporting people in individualised ways.
· Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.
Desirable: Completed or working towards management qualification.
Why work with us?
Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
Free onsite care parking Supportive and innovative working environment.
Paid Maternity Leave