**About Avista**
We are 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.
Our mission is to support 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.
Team Leader It's My Life Individualised Supports
We are recruiting a Team Leader for It's My Life Individualised Supports. The successful applicant will work in partnership with a small number of individuals to explore and pursue a vision for a full, inclusive ordinary life.
The role is a Permanent Part Time Contract (35 Hours per Week) with a salary ranging from €38,951-€54,989.* (*LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work
Key Responsibilities
* To have very good leadership, communication, team working, planning and organisational skills
* Ability to be flexible with working hours in order to meet the supports for the individual
* Full clean Manual driving licence & requirement to drive service vehicle
* To be abilities focused and have a strong desire to see the person lead a valued life in terms of home, family, work, social-life, relationships and support
* The ability to partner and liaise effectively with the person, their family and those who support them
Requirements
* Training or Education in 'Social Role Valorisation' or 'Supported Self Directed Living' (SSDL)
* Experience in supporting people in individualised ways
* Good understanding of the principles of New Directions
* Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework
Desirable Qualifications
* Project Management Skills and Experience
* Completed or working towards management qualification
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