Head of Discipline - PHYSIOTHERAPY

Avista•Limerick, PA

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About The Position

Avista is recruiting a Head of Discipline - Physiotherapy for East Limerick Children’s Services in Limerick. The role supports Avista’s person-centred, rights-based approach to services for children and adults with disabilities, and requires leadership aligned with the organisation’s core values and vision. The post is a temporary, full-time contract for 12 months, working 35 hours per week. Salary is €78,592–€94,350, subject to relevant public sector experience and pro-rated for hours worked.

Requirements

Professional Physiotherapy qualification from a recognised third-level institution.
Current registration with CORU (Health and Social Care Professionals Council).
At least 5 years of post-qualification physiotherapy experience, including significant experience with children’s disabilities.
Proven management or leadership experience in healthcare or disability services.
Strong working knowledge of children’s disability services in Ireland.
Experience working within Children’s Disability Network Teams or similar integrated service models.
Experience working in multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary teams.
Full driver’s licence and use of own car.
Permit to work in Ireland.
Self-motivated, able to work as part of a team and on own initiative, and committed to leading in accordance with Avista’s core values and vision.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
Ability to manage deadlines and teams successfully.
Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
Experience providing clinical supervision.
Proficiency in English.
Level 3 behavioural competencies of the Avista competency framework.