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: CARE STAFF TRAINING ENTERPRISE AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, LIMERICK SPECIFIED PURPOSE (MATERNITY LEAVE) PART-TIME CONTRACT (35 Hours Per Week) Salary: € 33,699-€ 46,984* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Essential: Minimum of Fully Completed FETAC/QQI level 5 qualification or higher equivalent comparable qualification. · Full clean manual Irish driving license or the agreement to pass test within 9 month probation period.
· Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and of working with people who have a diagnosis of Autism and Behaviours of Concern.
Desirable: · Desire to support people to live their best lives and commitment to promoting the active engagement and participation of Service Users in their local communities.
· 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. REQ: 27331 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
Saver Travel Scheme
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at:
Informal enquiries to Gerard Mcauliffe, Service Manager, Tel; or email; ****** Closing date for receipt of applications: 03rdApril 2025 "A panel may be formed from which current and future Care Staff positions may be filled across the Limerick service." Avista is an equal opportunities employer.