Social CARE Leader

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:

SOCIAL CARE LEADER- TEES Day Service Dublin

PERMANENT PART-TIME CONTRACT (37 Hours Per Week).

Salary:€ 55,793 - 65,155€ LSI *

*Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work

REQ: 27702

Essential:

• CORU recognised Social Care Qualification – list can be found at the below link: https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/

• QQI Level 8 is desirable but applicants with level 7 degree who have relevant experience will be considered. The award must be considered eligible for CORU registration.

• Recognised management qualification FETAC/QQ1 Level 6 or equivalent- completed or enrolled in a recognised management course.

• Full clean driving licence for manual vehicles and access to own vehicle.

• Minium of three years’ experience in a relative sector.

Desirable:

• Experience working within the area of intellectual Disability.

• Have experience of Person Centred planning

• Have an awareness of New Directions and regulations.

• Desire to support people to live their best lives.

• Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning.

• Experience in the area of supervision

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 CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/

Informal enquiries to Claire Durkan TEES Service Manager 087 1080905

Closing date for receipt of applications: 26st of March 2025

A panel may be formed from which current and future positions may be filled across the Dublin Service.

Avista reserves the right to close the completion early should a sufficient number of applications be received.

Avista is an equal opportunities employer