Network Builder

Gheel Autism Services CLG; Leinster; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Growth

Wellbeing Support

Annual Leave 25 days

Pension

Travel Discounts

Job summary

Gheel Autism Services in Dublin Northwest is seeking a Network Builder to join our Day Services Team. This permanent, full-time role focuses on partnering with autistic adults to build meaningful, self-directed connections within their communities, emphasizing strengths and belonging over dependency.

You will work in a neurodiversity-affirming, person-led environment with opportunities for professional growth, training, and reflective practice, including Garda Vetting and CORU considerations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 7 Qualification in a related discipline.
• Full Garda Vetting (required prior to commencing employment).
• Experience supporting individuals with autism/ASD.
• Case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic adults with activities and routines.
• Help them learn new things.
• Assist with personal care.
• Be patient, kind and caring with participants.
• Find new activities aligned to interests (music, baking, crafts).

Skills

Driving Licence

Autism support

Community engagement

Education

Level 7 qualification in related discipline

Job description

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BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS SOMETHING

Network Builder Role

Dublin Northwest Day Services· 1 Permanent Role, Full-Time, 1.00 WTE

Full, clean manual driving licence is required

CORU Registration is desirable, not essential. You do not need to hold CORU Registration to be considered for this role.

Why Join Us?

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of autistic adults? Do you have experience in social care, community work, youth work, counselling, education, or a related field — and a commitment to person-centred support? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our innovative and dynamic team at Gheel Autism Services.

About the Role

Gheel Autism Services provides person-cantered day opportunities across North and South Dublin, offering unique and tailored supports based on the choices, needs, and aspirations of the individuals we support.

We are currently hiring for one permanent Network Builder position as part of our Day Services Team in Dublin Northwest.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of best practice in neurodiversity-affirming, person-led and community-based supports, directly aligned with Gheel’s strategic direction.

As a Network Builder, you will work alongside autistic adults to build meaningful, self-directed connections within their communities — focusing on strengths, interests and belonging rather than service dependency.

This is an excellent career development opportunity for someone interested in innovation, inclusion, community development and reflective practice.

If you are creative, relational, and passionate about supporting people to belong on their own terms, we would love to hear from you.

Salary and Placement

The salary scale runs from €37,838 to €54,747 (subject to increase as per WRC agreement). If you are moving from another organisation, we will place you at the scale point that reflects your relevant professional experience. This may include experience in community work, youth work, counselling, and education, where that experience is directly relevant to the role.

Essentials for both pathways

• Minimum Level 7 Qualification in a related discipline
• A thorough understanding of — or willingness to quickly learn —New Direction standards
• Full Garda Vetting (required prior to commencing employment)
• Full Driving License
• CORU Registration
• Experience supporting individuals with autism/ASD
• Case management experience
• A full, clean manual driving licence

Desirable Extras — Not Required to Apply:

CORU Registration is desirable, not essential. You do not need to hold CORU Registration to be considered for this role.

What You'll Get

• Professional Growth: Training, career progression, and education support.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Programme, reflective practice, and supportive supervision.
• Annual Leave: 25 days, plus various leave types such as paid maternity and paternity leave (dependant on service).
• Financial Benefits: Competitive salary, annual increments, pension
• Travel & Discounts: Bike-to-Work and an Employee Discount Scheme.

In Their Own Words

The people we support in this area are looking for someone who can:

• Support them with their activities and routines
• Help them learn new things
• Assist with personal care
• Have fun — and be patient, kind, and caring
• Share an interest in things like music, baking, or crafts, and help find new things to try

HSE Section 39 funded organisation · Registered Charity No. 20