Senior Facilitator

Autism Initiatives Ireland

  • Dublin
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
Senior Facilitator - Day serviceGlasnevin, Co. DublinJob reference - SFAC_BOTH_2508Essential criteria for the position of Senior Facilitator:
  • A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care/ Studies Or Relevant 3rd Level Qualification at degree level ie; Social Work, Psychology is essential
  • Awareness of key worker role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs.
  • Proven experience in the implementation and development of support/care plans and PCP’s
  • Available to work shifts on a rota basis
  • Full, drivers licence essential
  • Permission to work in Ireland essential
Benefits Include
  • Access to Education Support Scheme
  • Company pension with company contribution
  • Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
  • Paid Maternity leave
  • Paid Paternity leave
  • 22 days annual leave
  • Premium rates for evening and weekend work
  • Bike to work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
  • Paid breaks
  • Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
  • Fantastic development and career progression opportunities, including a paid, detailed induction before joining our services.
Qualifications required for a Senior Facilitator:A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care/ Studies Or Relevant 3rd Level Qualification at degree level i.e.; Social Work, Psychology is essential, (or relevant qualification received outside the state recognised by NARIC equivalent to Irish level 7)Skills/Abilities required of a Senior Facilitator:
  • Awareness of key worker role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs.
  • Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector
  • Understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with autism
  • Proven ability to work on own initiative
  • Proven experience in the implementation and development of support/care plans and PCP’s
  • Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities
  • Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan.
  • Fluent English and excellent communication skills
  • Full, drivers licence essential
Who the people we support would like support from:We are looking for a Senior Facilitator who can:
  • Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
  • Adapt their communication style to suit my needs
  • Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind
  • Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
  • Support me to engage in my community
  • Help me learn new skills
  • Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions
Full Job Specification available on request

Autism Initiatives Ireland