Community Access Facilitator
Autism A Chara
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Descripción de la vacante
Autism A Chara is seeking a Community Access Facilitator for our Respite service in Ireland. The role is 39 hours per week, with a focus on supporting adults with autism through personalised care plans and community engagement.
The team values compassionate, patient, and flexible individuals committed to the rights and independence of the people we support. Full QQI Level 7 or equivalent is essential, with driving licence and work eligibility in Ireland required.
Formación
- Full, clean driver's licence essential.
- Permission to work in Ireland essential.
- At least 6 months’ experience in social care supporting people with complex needs.
- Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector.
- Experience in implementing and developing support/care plans and PCPs.
Responsabilidades
- Learn about me, what I need and what is important to me.
- Adapt communication style to suit individual needs.
- Be fun, engaging, patient and kind.
- Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care.
- Support engagement in the community.
- Help learn new skills and promote independence.
- Support rights understanding and decision making.
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Educación
Descripción del empleo
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, independent Irish charity. Although this partnership has come to an end, we are delighted with what we have achieved so far and are very excited at what the future holds for Autism A Chara. Show more
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, independent Irish charity. Although this partnership has come to an end, we are delighted with what we have achieved so far and are very excited at what the future holds for Autism A Chara.
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.
Our aim is to positively work alongside autistic people, their families and carers in providing specialist individually tailored services for all to thrive from.
Given the significant role our team play in the lives of those we support, our recruitment is focused on individuals willing to go the extra mile.
Whether it’s helping the people we support to live independently, enjoy a better quality of life, or play a more active role in their communities, our team always strives to deliver the best service possible.
- Access to Education Support Scheme
- Company pension with employer 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!
- Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
- Fantastic development and career progression opportunities
- Qualifications required: 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 6 month’s recent experience working in the Social Care field supporting people with complex needs
- Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector
- Proven experience in the implementation and development of support/care plans and PCP’s
- Full, clean drivers licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles
- Permission to work in Ireland essential
We are looking for a 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
- 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
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