Senior Facilitator in Dublin | Autism Initiatives Ireland Jobs

OASIS Group; Place; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading autism support organization in France is seeking a Senior Facilitator to support individuals with autism. The ideal candidate will have a full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or a relevant degree, and will demonstrate a strong understanding of the needs and rights of those they support. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities and community engagement. The position offers various benefits such as health insurance and paid leave.

Prestations

Access to Education Support Scheme

Company pension with contribution

Sick Pay & 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

Birthday off

Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy

Career progression opportunities with detailed induction

Qualifications

• Experience in implementation and development of support/care plans.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Experience in supporting people with complex needs.

Responsabilités

• Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care.
• Support individuals to engage in community.
• Help individuals learn new skills.

Connaissances

Awareness of key worker role

Knowledge of current legislation in social care

Understanding needs of individuals with autism

Fluent English

Excellent communication skills

Formation

Full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care

Relevant 3rd Level Qualification (degree) in Social Work/Psychology

Description du poste

Who We Are

Since first opening our doors in 2007, Autism Initiatives Ireland has provided specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services. Our vision statement voices our expectation that through supportive action people with autism can learn, develop and be enabled to have a sense of ownership over their own lives.Working alongside our colleagues in the UK (established in 1972) our aim is to positively work alongside autistic people, their fami

Description

Glasnevin, Co. Dublin

Job reference - SFAC_BOTH_2410

Essential 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
• 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!
• 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

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

Health insurance

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Autism Initiatives Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer