Social Care Worker

Overview

We are a person-centred, rights-based organisation 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 Details

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Applications are invited for the following position :

Social Care Worker

Community Residential Service, ST VINCENT'S CENTRE DUBLIN

Permanent full time contract (39 HPW)

Permanent part time contract (35 HPW)

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

Location : Dublin service.

Requirements

QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care / Applied Social Studies or equivalent; the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration.

Up to date CORU registration / Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU.

Must have full automatic driving licence; driving service vehicles is a requirement.

Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern.

To adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives and an awareness of New Directions.

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.

Desirable / Competencies

Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework (reiterated as a key requirement).

Benefits

Supportive and innovative working environment.

Generous annual leave entitlement.

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days.

Closing date for receipt of applications 3 October 2025.

Interviews will take place : week beginning 20 October 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 competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.

Avista is an equal opportunities employer

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