OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST MANAGER
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 Children and Young Peoples Service within Avista provide interdisciplinary team supports residential family support and education services to 0-18 year old Children and Young People with complex needs and their families. This post is being recruited for our three Childrens Disability Network Teams: Blakestown Blanchardstown and Cabra.
JOB ADVERTISEMENT
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST MANAGER
TEMPORARY (12 MONTHS) FULL -TIME CONTRACT (35 Hours Per Week).
CHILDRENS SERVICES DUBLIN
Salary: 77044 -92491
*Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
Essential:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution
- Current registration with CORU (Health and Social Care Professionals Council)
- Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in occupational therapy with significant pediatric/childrens disability experience
- Proven management or leadership experience in healthcare or disability services
- Strong knowledge of childrens disability services and multidisciplinary team working
- Full Drivers Licence
- Be self-motivated and willing to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative.
Have an organisational commitment to lead through the Avista Core Values and vision.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- The ability to successfully manage deadlines and teams. A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Experience in providing Clinical Supervision
Desirable:
- Postgraduate qualification in management leadership or specialized pediatric occupational therapy
- Experience working within Childrens Disability Network Teams or similar integrated service models
- Knowledge of Policies and Procedures related to childrens disability services
- Experience in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development
Applicants should possess Level 3 Behavioural Competencies of Avista competency framework
REF:86173
Why work with us
Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
Supportive and innovative working environment.
Comprehensive Pension Scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme
Bike to work Scheme
Tax Saver Travel Scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme
Bike to work Scheme
Tax Saver Travel Scheme
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: enquiries to Liam Callaghan Service Manager Tel;
Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 6th Oct 2025 at 5pm.
Interviews will take place 13th of Oct 2025.
Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.
A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the Dublin service.
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Cavista Holdings is driven by the belief that business should be a force for good. Our primary focus is on investing in the world’s most underserved regions, where we strive to bring together capital, expertise, and partnerships to unlock opportunities, create value, and transform liv ... View more
