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: NEW DIRECTIONS PROJECT WORKER LIMERICK, NORTH TIPPERARY AND OFFALY PERMANENT PART-TIME CONTRACT (30 Hours Per Week). Salary: €40,85 -€57,217* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF: 98556 In accordance with New Directions, Avista are committed to developing services in line with the 12 individualised outcome-focused supports. This will ensure that adults in day services will live a life of their choosing, in accordance with their own wishes, aspirations and needs. The aim is to empower the individual to fully utilise all facilities available in their community. This role will assist in implementing the New Directions policy throughout Limerick, North Tipperary and Offaly Services. The post holder will work alongside staff, service users, families and local agencies to enable the individual to live a 'good life' of their choosing. Essential: HSE recognised health care qualification in social care, nursing or other relevant discipline. Have a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience working within the disability sector. Hold a full Clean Driving Licence and Use of a Car Excellent working knowledge of New Directions Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders Have experience in supporting change management initiatives and projects within the disability sector. Be person centred focused, promoting autonomy, inclusion and rights-based practice. Demonstrate experience and competence in Person-Centred Planning (PCP) Have excellent record keeping skills, computer skills including Microsoft Excel, word and PowerPoint. Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative and provide leadership on the development and implementation of the EASI tool across day service areas Desirable: Experience of auditing service areas. 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.
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