Autism Outreach Support Worker

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The Rehab Group We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years.
Our work positively impacts the lives of over 10,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals Job Title: Autism Outreach Support Worker Permanent Contract, Full-time 36 hours.
Location: National Learning Network - Waterford: Unit 7, IDA Industrial Estate, Cork Rd, Waterford Job Purpose : Providing a range of supports to a client group with Autism Spectrum Disorder this role will identify goals and put measures in place to achieve outcomes within the framework of an Autism Support Service.
Reporting to a NLN Centre Manager, in consultation with the Health Service Executive, the role will manage a client group referred to the service; develop working relationships and encouraging the participation of clients; and assessing current skill levels, exploring person centred goals and identifying support requirements for each client.
Additional duties will include supporting clients to engage with their communities and connect with the support networks; and providing the opportunity for individuals to engage in capacity building activities.
Minimum Education & Experience required: Hold a third level qualification to at least degree standard in Education/Social Care/ Psychology or have equivalent relevant work experience 2 years working with people with ASD Experience of maintaining relationships with stakeholders in the provision of the service Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team Job Duties & Responsibilities Manage a client group referred to the service, planning time and work allocation for individual and group work, record keeping, meetings etc.
Develop working relationships, foster trust and confidence and encourage participation of clients.
Assess current skill levels, explore person centred goals and identify support requirements for each client.
Support clients to identify how they would like to live their lives, spend their time, engage with their communities and connect with the support networks they will need in the future.
Staff benefits: Company Pension Scheme Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave Educational leave 24 days annual leave Bike to work scheme Tax saver travel scheme Income protection Unpaid leave Health and Wellbeing programme Company credit union scheme Employee discount scheme Digital Doctor Financial support for studying and study leave Long Service Reward Scheme Sick leave Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.
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