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: CARE STAFF TRAINING ENTERPRISE AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, LIMERICK SPECIFIED PURPOSE (MATERNITY LEAVE) PART-TIME CONTRACT (35 Hours Per Week) & RELIEF Salary: € 33,699-€ 46,984* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
Essential: Minimum of Fully Completed FETAC/QQI level 5 qualification or higher equivalent comparable qualification.
Full clean manual Irish driving license or the agreement to pass test within 9 month probation period.
Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and of working with people who have a diagnosis of Autism and Behaviours of Concern.
Desirable: Desire to support people to live their best lives and commitment to promoting the active engagement and participation of Service Users in their local communities.
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.
Ref:79245 Why work with us?
Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
Supportive and innovative working environment.
Comprehensive Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Free onsite car parking 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.
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