We are a person‑centred, rights‑based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. We currently provide services in Limerick, North Tipperary, and Dublin. Our mission at Avista is to work together with the people we support to live their best lives through the delivery of quality services while promoting their roles as active citizens in an inclusive society.
Position
Social Care Worker – Community Residential Service, Limerick (Relief contract, reference 98435)
Key Qualifications
Full clean Irish driving licence for manual vehicles
QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration
Coru recognised Social Care Qualification – list can be found at the below link
Experience working within the area of intellectual disability
Previous experience of working with people who have behaviours of concern
Experience of Person Centred planning
Awareness of HIQA Standards and regulations
Desire to support people live their best lives
Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning
Why work with us?
Supportive and innovative working environment.
Benefits
Paid Time‑Off for Vacation and Sick Days
Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
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