Autism Support Facilitator Part-Time 24h

Autism A Chara; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Support Scheme Access

Company pension with companycontrib

Sick Pay & Health Care plans

Paid Maternity leave

Paid Paternity leave

Annual leave pro rata based on hours

Premium rates for evening and weekend

Bike to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Your Birthday off

Paid breaks

Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Autism A Chara in Wicklow Town is seeking a Facilitator for its Day Service on a part-time basis (24 hours per week). The role supports individuals with autism to learn, participate in daily activities, and engage with their communities on-site in Wicklow Town.

The successful candidate will hold a QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification and exhibit a person-centred approach, with patience, adaptability, and a willingness to work flexible hours including evenings or weekends as required.

Qualifications

• A full QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential.
• Awareness of Key Worker/Support Worker role and philosophy for supporting people with complex needs.
• Programme Planning and Person-Centred Plans are essential.
• Full, clean driver's licence desirable with requirement to drive service vehicles.
• Permission to work in Ireland essential.

Responsibilities

• Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me.
• Adapt communication style to suit my needs.
• Be fun and engaging while showing patience and kindness.
• 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.

Skills

Adaptable communication

Patience

Compassion

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification

Job description

Autism A Chara in Wicklow Town is seeking a Facilitator for its Day Service on a part-time basis (24 hours per week). The role supports individuals with autism to learn, participate in daily activities, and engage with their communities on-site in Wicklow Town.

The successful candidate will hold a QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification and exhibit a person-centred approach, with patience, adaptability, and a willingness to work flexible hours including evenings or weekends as required.