OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST MANAGER in Dublin | Avista Jobs

OASIS Group; Place; Sur place; EUR 20 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A healthcare and disability services provider is seeking an Occupational Therapist Manager to lead Children's Disability Network Teams in Dublin. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, significant pediatric experience, and proven management skills. The role offers a supportive working environment and a contract of 12 months with competitive salary based on experience.

Prestations

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Supportive and innovative working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in occupational therapy, with pediatric experience.
• Current registration with CORU (Health and Social Care Professionals Council).
• Full Drivers Licence required.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage Children's Disability Network Teams.
• Provide clinical supervision and develop quality improvement initiatives.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership experience

Team management

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Postgraduate qualification in management or pediatric OT

Description du poste

Overview

We are a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. We currently provide services in Limerick, North Tipperary, and Dublin. Our mission at Avista is to work together with the people we support to live their best lives through the delivery of quality services while promoting their roles as active citizens in an inclusive society.

Description

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 People’s 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 Children’s 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).

CHILDREN’S SERVICES, DUBLIN

Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.

• Bachelor’s 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/children’s disability experience
• Proven management or leadership experience in healthcare or disability services
• Strong knowledge of children’s 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
• Postgraduate qualification in management, leadership, or specialized pediatric occupational therapy
• Experience working within Children’s Disability Network Teams or similar integrated service models
• Knowledge of Policies and Procedures related to children’s 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?

Supportive and innovative working environment.

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.

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days