Job Title:
Autism Outreach Support Worker
Permanent Contract, Full-time 36 hours.
Location:
National Learning Network - Waterford: Unit 7, IDA Industrial Estate, Cork Rd, Waterford
Job
Purpose
:
Providing a range of supports to a client group with Autism Spectrum Disorder this role will identify goals and put measures in place to achieve outcomes within the framework of an Autism Support Service.
Reporting to a NLN Centre Manager, in consultation with the Health Service Executive, the role will manage a client group referred to the service; develop working relationships and encouraging the participation of clients; and assessing current skill levels, exploring person centred goals and identifying support requirements for each client.
Additional duties will include supporting clients to engage with their communities and connect with the support networks; and providing the opportunity for individuals to engage in capacity building activities.
Minimum Education & Experience required:
Hold a third level qualification to at least degree standard in Education/Social Care/ Psychology or have equivalent relevant work experience
2 years working with people with ASD
Experience of maintaining relationships with stakeholders in the provision of the service
Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Manage a client group referred to the service, planning time and work allocation for individual and group work, record keeping, meetings etc.
Develop working relationships, foster trust and confidence and encourage participation of clients.
Assess current skill levels, explore person centred goals and identify support requirements for each client.
Support clients to identify how they would like to live their lives, spend their time, engage with their communities and connect with the support networks they will need in the future.
Staff benefits:
Company Pension Scheme
Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
Educational leave
24 days annual leave
Bike to work scheme
Tax saver travel scheme
Income protection
Unpaid leave
Health and Wellbeing programme
Company credit union scheme
Employee discount scheme
Digital Doctor
Financial support for studying and study leave
Long Service Reward Scheme
Sick leave
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Closing Date:
Please submit your application to this post by 13/11/2024
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These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.
The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer
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