Senior Facilitator
Autism Initiatives Ireland
- Dublin
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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