Autism Initiatives

Employer Location: Antrim
Phone Number: 02890699130
Email: recruitment@ai-ni.co.uk
Web: www.autisminitiatives.org

Job description

We are seeking a Permanent Support Worker to join our team in Cookstown. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education and leisure activities.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of a team, sharing responsibility fairly and being supportive of others, promoting a team approach and being courteous to all team members and visitors.
• Register with NISCC within the first month of employment and be fully registered with NISCC before the end of your six month probation period. Provide a copy of your NISCC certificate to the HR department.
• Project a positive image and reputation of Autism Initiatives in your dealings with internal and external stakeholders and the public. Ensure, by your actions, the on-going confidence of the public by not bringing the organisation into disrepute.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Working, voluntary and or personal knowledge of providing care and or support.
• A full UK driving licence to be held for a minimum of one year.
• Be flexible to work on a rota basis that includes unsocial hours and weekends.
• NISCC registered, or apply to register on appointment.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of Autism and or caring for individuals with learning disabilities or Autism.