Occupational Therapist Manager

Overview

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

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST MANAGER

TEMPORARY (12 MONTHS) FULL-TIME CONTRACT (35 Hours Per Week)

CHILDREN'S SERVICES, DUBLIN

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

Location

: Three Children's Disability Network Teams — Blakestown, Blanchardstown and Cabra, reporting to the Children's Services in Dublin.

Responsibilities

Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution

Current registration with CORU (Health and Social Care Professionals Council)

Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in occupational therapy, with significant pediatric / children's disability experience

Proven management or leadership experience in healthcare or disability services

Strong knowledge of children's disability services and multidisciplinary team working

Full Drivers Licence

Be self-motivated and willing to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative

Have an organisational commitment to lead through the Avista Core Values and vision

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

The ability to successfully manage deadlines and teams

A willingness to learn and develop professionally

Experience in providing Clinical Supervision

Postgraduate qualification in management, leadership, or specialized pediatric occupational therapy

Experience working within Children's Disability Network Teams or similar integrated service models

Knowledge of Policies and Procedures related to children's disability services

Experience in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development

Applicants should possess Level 3 Behavioural Competencies of Avista competency framework

Other details

REF : 86173

Why work with us?

Supportive and innovative working environment.

Closing date for receipt of applications :

Monday 6th Oct 2025 at 5pm.

Interviews will take place :

13th of Oct 2025.

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

"A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the Dublin service."

Avista is an equal opportunities employer.

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

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