Social Care Worker in Dublin
- Salary
- €41,260–€57,789 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 28 Aug 2026
About the Role
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary.
Avista 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.
Details
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Contract type: Permanent, Part-time
Salary: €41,260–€57,789 per year
Closing date: 28 Aug 2026
Requirements
Essential:
- QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU Social Care registration.
- CORU recognised Social Care Qualification – list of which can be found at this link: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/
- Up to date CORU registration or Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU.
- Proficiency in the English language.
Desirable:
- Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern.
- To adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives.
- Have an awareness of New Directions.
- Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning.
- Full clean Manual driving licence & to drive service vehicle.
- Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.
How to Apply
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Informal enquiries to: Louise Kelly, Tel: 087 203 0423 / Louise.Kelly@avistaclg.ie
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Social Care Worker role?
- A QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU Social Care registration.
- What is the salary range for this position?
- €41,260–€57,789 per year
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 28 Aug 2026
- How do I apply for the Social Care Worker position?
- Submit a Cover letter and CV via the Avista careers section at https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/