Manager Of Nova Day Service

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.

Applications are invited for the following positions:

Manager of Nova Day Service

Location- St Vincent’s Centre, Dublin

Permanent full time post

Salary scale- (CNM2/Social Care Leader - Scale)

Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience, if applicable

Req.:26109

The Nova Day Service Location provides a flexible person centered day programme for people who have a dual diagnosis of Autism, Intellectual Disability and high support needs. The service provided is in line with New Directions Policy and provides support to people in a person-centered way to enable them to access day opportunities in a flexible and creative manner that meets their individual needs and wishes.

Essential:

· Hold a recognised 3rd Level qualification in a health/social care division (The Social Care award must be considered eligible for CORU registration).

· Have completed a recognised management programme.

Desirable:

· Have at least 5 years' experience of working in the area of Intellectual Disability including leading and managing a team, resources and delivering services.

· Have previous experience of working in the area of Adult Day Services and providing support to people with diagnosis of ADS

· Be familiar with the New Directions policy and its implementation

· Be able to work closely with families, advocates and MDT members

· Have a proven track record in managing change and be a champion for rolling out New Direction

· Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills

· Have a proven ability to support people in community integration and active citizenship

Why work with us, Our Benefits include:

· 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

· Family friendly policies

· Access to Health Service Staffs Credit Union

· Continuous Professional Development

Informal enquiries made - to Eimear Broughal, Service Manager,

Tel; 018245325 or email eimear.broughal@avistaclg.ie

“A panel may be formed from which current and future Day Service Manager positions may be filled across the Dublin service.”

Applications can be made to: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/

Closing date for receipt of applications: 18th April 2024

Interviews will be held on 22nd April 2024

Avista is an equal opportunity employer