Social Care Worker

About Avista

Avista is a values-driven, rights-based organisation dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We offer diverse services including Day, Residential, and Respite supports for both children and adults across locations in Dublin, Limerick, and North Tipperary.

Role Overview

We are seeking dedicated individuals to support people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families. Candidates must embrace a person-centred, community-oriented, and socially inclusive approach aligned with our core values and best practice guidelines supported by research.

Position Details

Social Care Worker roles are available on a permanent full-time, part-time, and relief contract basis at Avista Community Residential in Roscrea, covering North Tipperary and South Offaly. Salary ranges from €41,260 to €57,789, subject to relevant public sector experience and prorated according to hours worked.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Possession of a QQI Level 7 or higher qualification in Social Care, Applied Social Studies, or an equivalent credential eligible for CORU registration.
• Current CORU registration or confirmation of CORU registration application.
• Valid, clean Irish manual driving licence.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, particularly those exhibiting behaviours of concern.
• Proficiency in English.

Desirable Attributes

• Commitment to a holistic, person-centred philosophy ensuring individuals are empowered to live fulfilling lives, including awareness of the New Directions approach.
• Willingness to assist individuals in developing new skills and competencies based on their interests and learning goals.
• Possession of Level 1 behavioural competencies as outlined in the Avista competency framework.

Additional Information

• Excellent opportunities for career advancement.
• Supportive and innovative work environment.
• Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave benefits.
• Paid maternity leave and sick pay schemes.
• Participation in Bike to Work Scheme and Tax Saver Travel Scheme.

Application Details

Interested candidates should provide a cover letter and CV. Informal queries can be directed to CNM3 office at 086 8377941. Applications close on 24.09.26, though the competition may close earlier if sufficient applications are received. A panel may be created from this recruitment process to fill current and future permanent or temporary vacancies at Avista. Avista is a public body subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection legislation and is an equal opportunities employer.