Community Access Facilitator

Rezoomo; Leinster; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education support

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

22 days annual leave

Evening/weekend pay premiums

Bike to work

Job summary

Autism A Chara is seeking a Community Access Facilitator for a residential setting in Ireland. The role requires supporting adults with autism, assisting daily living, and helping participants access community resources.

A full QQI level 7 in Social Care or equivalent and a clean driving licence are essential. The position offers opportunities for professional development, competitive benefits, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care/Studies or degree equivalent (Social Work, Psychology).
• At least six months’ experience in social care supporting people with complex needs.
• Availability to work shifts including evenings, weekends and nights; full driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities and routines.
• Help service users engage with their community and learn new skills.
• Implement and develop support plans and PCPs, following each person’s care plan.
• Ensure advocacy for rights and informed decision-making for people supported.

Skills

Communication

Fluent English

Initiative

Education

QQI Level 7 Social Care

Degree in Social Work/Psychology

Job description

We initially opened our doors in 2005 as part of a strategic partnership with Autism Initiatives UK. Recently we have decided to make the significant change to operate as a solely run, Irish charity independent of the UK. Although this partnership has come to an end, we are delighted with what we have achieved so far and we are very excited at what the future holds for Autism A Chara.We will continue to provide specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Com

We initially opened our doors in 2005 as part of a strategic partnership with Autism Initiatives UK. Recently we have decided to make the significant change to operate as a solely run, Irish charity independent of the UK. Although this partnership has come to an end, we are delighted with what we have achieved so far and we are very excited at what the future holds for Autism A Chara.We will continue to provide specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Com

Description

Community Access Facilitator - Residential

39 hours per week

Job reference: CAF_STILL_0110

Essential criteria for the position of Community Access 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).
• At least six month's recent experience working in the Social Care field supporting people with complex needs
• Availability to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts
• Full, clean Irish driving licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles
• Permission to work in Ireland essential

Benefits Include

• Access to Education Support Scheme
• Company pension with company contribution
• Sick Pay & Access to Health Care plans
• 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!
• Fantastic development and career progression opportunities, including a detailed induction before joining our services.

Qualifications required for a Community Access 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, with at least six month's recent experience working in a Social Care field supporting people with complex needs

Skills/Abilities required of a Community Access Facilitator:

• 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 clean Irish driving licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles

Who the people we support would like support from:

We are looking for a Community Access 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 A Chara does not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies, any CVs submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be deleted and not considered.

Interview Steps

• Shortlist
• Call
• Interview
• Offer

Health insurance

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Life insurance

Flexible Schedules

Professional Development + Growth

Sabbatical Leave

Public Transport Assistance

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

Staff Discounts

Team Bonding Events

Opportunities for Advancement

An extra day off on your Birthday

Work/Life Balance

Pension Scheme

Learning and Development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

E-Learning and Development opportunities

Autism A Chara is an Equal Opportunity Employer