- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- EUR 41,260 – EUR 57,789 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- QQI Level 7 or higher in Social Care / Applied Social Studies
- Eligibility
- Applicants with the required QQI Level 7-or-above Social Care qualification, CORU-eligible or CORU-recognised status, and the necessary English proficiency, experience, and driving licence may apply.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About Avista
Avista is a person-centred, rights-focused organisation committed to enhancing the lives of children and adults with disabilities. Its services include day, residential and respite supports delivered across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary.
Role Overview
Avista is seeking applicants who are dedicated to supporting people with intellectual disabilities and their families in a way that is centred on the person, rooted in the community and socially inclusive. The work should reflect the organisation’s core values, ethos, quality standards, best practice and research-based approaches.
Position Details
Social Care Worker – Day Service
Avista Dublin 15 & Dublin 7
35 hours, permanent part-time contract
Salary
Annual pay is €41,260 to €57,789 (LSI), with pay adjusted according to relevant public sector experience and pro-rated based on hours worked.
Essential Requirements
- Qualification at QQI Level 7 or above in Social Care, Applied Social Studies, or an equivalent award that is eligible for CORU Social Care registration.
- A CORU-recognised Social Care qualification.
- Current CORU registration, or confirmation that an application for registration has already been submitted to CORU.
- Strong command of written and spoken English.
Preferred Experience and Attributes
- Previous work with people with intellectual disabilities, including those who present with behaviours of concern.
- A person-centred, holistic approach that supports individuals to live as independently and meaningfully as possible.
- Awareness of New Directions.
- Willingness to help people build skills and capabilities in areas that matter to them.
- A full clean manual driving licence and the ability to drive a service vehicle.
- Behavioural competency at Level 1 within Avista’s competency framework.
Why Join Avista
- Strong opportunities for career growth.
- Comprehensive pension arrangement.
- Encouraging and forward-thinking workplace culture.
- Generous annual leave.
- Paid maternity leave and sick pay scheme.
- Bike to Work scheme.
- Tax Saver Travel scheme.
Application Process
Applicants must submit a CV and cover letter through the organisation’s careers section.
Additional Information
Reference: 100171. Informal enquiries can be made to Louise Kelly at 087 203 0423 or Louise.Kelly@avistaclg.ie. The closing date for applications is 10 July 2026. The organisation may close the competition early if enough applications are received. A panel may be created from which current and future full-time, part-time, permanent or temporary roles across Avista may be filled. Avista is a public body and is subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection requests. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer.