Job Description
We support individuals with autism through their life journey, enabling autonomy and control over choices. Our services include day and vocational opportunities, outreach support, and supported living options. Our practitioners develop personalised plans based on individuals' strengths and motivations, enabling meaningful outcomes. We strive for inclusive, independence-focused support, encouraging individuals to be partners in service delivery. Benefits include access to educational support, company pension, and employee assistance programme.
Gheel Autism Services provides day opportunities across North and South Dublin and Co. Wicklow. Our day services use a New Directions model, tailored to individual needs. Support workers assist in developing independent living skills, education, and employment possibilities, and social and leisure groups.
Essential qualifications include a Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies or a relevant qualification. Essential criteria include excellent communication and engagement skills, recent experience in the social care sector, and a thorough understanding of the New Directions regulations.
Salary: €35,216 - €50,954 per annum, based on a 39-hour week. Closing date for applications: Tuesday, 29th October 2024 at 5pm.