Community Services Support Workers (Outreach), Belfast

Autism Initiatives; Belfast; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local support organization in Belfast is looking for Community Services Support Workers to join their team. The role involves supporting individuals with autism in various activities, including promoting independence in daily living and participating in leisure activities. The ideal candidate should have experience in care/support, be flexible to work varying hours, and possess a valid manual driving licence. This position offers the chance to make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing support or care services.
• Flexible working schedule required, including weekends.
• Must have a valid manual driving licence for at least one year.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with autism in daily activities.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Engage in long walks, including nature and uphill walks.

Skills

Flexibility to work on a rota basis

Experience in providing care/support

Ability to drive a manual vehicle

Education

NISCC registration or willingness to register

Full UK Driving Licence for a manual vehicle

Job description

Community Services Support Workers (Outreach) Belfast

We are seeking Support Workers to join our team in Community Services Belfast (primarily supporting Outreach services) however working across Community Services also. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education and leisure activities.

Responsibilities

• At Autism Initiatives we work alongside people with autism, providing specialist services tailored to each individual.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• The role includes long walks, including nature walks and occasional up hill walks.

Skills and Qualifications

• Working, voluntary or personal knowledge of providing care and/or support.
• Be flexible to work on a rota basis that includes job rotation in various services, unsocial hours and weekends.
• NISCC registered or apply to register on appointment.
• Must be able to drive a manual vehicle as there is a requirement to drive the people we support in their own vehicles.
• Full UK Driving Licence for a manual vehicle held for at least one year.

Area: Republic of Ireland
Closing date: 07 Dec 2025