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 Senior Support Worker to join our team. 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. At Autism Initiatives we work alongside people with autism, providing specialist services tailored to each individual. Our Values, shown below, underpin every aspect of the organisation’s culture and activities in NI: Autism-Focused, Respect, Excellence, Empowerment, Collaboration, Commitment to Change and Rights-based. Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced Access NI check for the successful applicants. The cost of which will be met by the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Be able to work on their own initiative, and be able to plan and organise daily activities and routines for themselves and the team.
• Provide direction and support to junior members of staff, and assist the Team Leader in the overall management of the service.
• Specifically take account of the choices, needs and wishes of each Person Supported, involving them in their own plans and day to day decisions and assisting them to integrate within the local community.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Minimum of six months experience (paid or voluntary) supporting people with an Autism Spectrum Condition, or learning difficulties and associated conditions.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent.
• A full UK Driving Licence to be held for a minimum of one year.
• NISCC registered, or apply to register on appointment.