Care Assistant. Dublin. Irlanda

Avista provide Residential and Day Services to people with an Intellectual Disability. This is a wonderful opportunity to join our team. We are looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with 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

                                           Applications are invited for the following position:

                                                           CARE ASSISTANT

                                                 DUBLIN /LIMERICK/ ROSCREA

                                                     Permanent Full  time (39 hpw)

                                                                    & Part time (19.5 hpw)

                                                   Salary €30,755- €43,909* (LSI)

           Salary is in accordance with Department of Health Consolidated pay scales

Qualifications and Experience:

Applicants must have:

· Passed an examination at the appropriate level within QQI Qualification Framework equivalent to FETAC Level 5 in Healthcare Support all 8 modules.

OR

equivalent on the European Qualification Framework (EQF)

OR

Qualifications Framework of the European Higher Education Area (QF-EHEA) AND

· 3 Years Previous experience working with individuals with Disability and complex needs.

· A full clean manual Irish driving license (or ability to convert to an Irish Licence )

· Fluent command and understanding of the English language to include spoken and written.

· Must be eligible to work in Ireland.

Desirable:

· Have experience of Person-Centred planning and an awareness of New Directions

· Desire to support People Live their Best Lives

· The ability to be flexible and creative in all areas of our service.

Our Benefits include :

· Excellent Career Progression Opportunities

· Supportive and innovative working environment

· Comprehensive Pension Scheme

· Generous annual leave entitlement ( 23 days per annum pro rata if applicable )

· Free onsite car parking

· Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme ·

· Bike to work Scheme

· Tax Saver Travel Scheme

· Family friendly policies

· Access to Health Service Staffs Credit Union

·  Continuous Professional Development

                          Closing date for receipt of applications: 13th March 2024

                                      Avista is an equal opportunities employer