AUTISM OUTREACH SUPPORT WORKER

We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 10,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals

Job Title:Autism Outreach Support WorkerPermanent Contract, 22 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.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 to 3 years experience 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 autism 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. Assist with delivering autism related interventions identified for individuals or small groups.
• Support clients with autism 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

Additional requirements

• Flexibility regarding working hours to ensure the persons needs are met
• Flexibility required as part of day to day duties in the role
• A full driving licence is required and a suitable means of transport

• Staff benefits:
• Company Pension Scheme
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• 24 days annual leave
• Bike to work scheme
• Tax saver travel scheme
• Income protection
• Health and Wellbeing programme

• Closing Date: Please submit your application to this post by 13/04/2025

• .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

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person