Social Care Worker/ Autism Practitioner
4 weeks ago
Join Our Team at Gheel Autism Services
Social Care Worker/Autism Practitioner - Community Support Team, North Kildare
Permanent, Full-time (39 Hours per Week)
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with autism? Do you have experience in the social care or disability sector 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
Who We Are
At Gheel Autism Services, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with autism through their life journey. Our mission is to enable people to have fulfilling life experiences while promoting autonomy and empowering them to make their own choices. Our services include day and vocational opportunities, outreach support, and various supported living options.
We take a strengths-based approach, tailoring personalised plans to meet each individual's unique needs. Our team is committed to fostering independence, social inclusion, and overall well-being, ensuring that each person achieves outcomes that are meaningful to them.
Why Join Us?
- Access to Educational Support Schemes to further your professional development.
- A competitive salary scale ranging from €35,216 to €50,954 (39-hour week).
Comprehensive Benefits, Including
- Company pension with contributions (including income protection and death-in-service benefits).
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave (service-dependent).
- 27 days of annual leave.
- Bike-to-Work scheme.
- Training and Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
- Option to join the Health Service Credit Union.
- Access to Health Insurance.
About The Role
We are currently looking to hire a Social Care Worker/Autism Practitioner for our Community Support Team in North Kildare. As a professional working within the sector, you will be patient, understanding, and supportive. You will enjoy encouraging the people you support to progress at their own pace and according to their own needs. You will be innovative in your ideas and solutions and work in partnership with the people receiving support to facilitate them to build a life reflective of their individual hopes and aspirations.
The Community Support Team (CST) based in Maynooth Co. Kildare was established in October 2018 for adults diagnosed with ASD with the aim of supporting these individuals to build the skills necessary to live independently & have choice and control over their lives and fully participate in society as equal citizens. Our vision is to inspire growth and autonomy for people with autism.
The successful candidate will work 24-hour sleepover shifts from 10am-10am operating on a 6 week roster Monday to Sunday. Premium payments are paid for the weekends & annual increments are included.
Essential Qualifications
- Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Studies from an accredited institution, OR
- A recognised qualification equivalent to the Irish Level 7 award (NARIC), OR
- Relevant third-level degree in social work, psychology, or allied health, OR
- Post-graduate qualification in Autism Studies.
You must be eligible for CORU Registration.
Essential Criteria
- At least one-year recent experience in the social care/disability sector.
- Experience of supporting individuals with a diagnosis of ASD and knowledge of Autism.
- Ability to promote independence - supporting others to learn how - not doing it for them.
- An understanding of the New Directions Model of Service Delivery.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience/ability to liaise and network with community services.
- Experience of case management/key working.
- A full, clean drivers licence.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience supporting individuals with ASD and knowledge of autism.
- Experience in case management.
Ready to Apply?
To join our team, submit your cover letter and up-to-date CV. Applications will be shortlisted based on the evidence provided. The application deadline is Monday, 10th of March 2025, at 5 PM, with interviews scheduled shortly after. Garda Vetting is required, and late applications will not be accepted.
Be Part of Our Vision
Join Gheel Autism Services and help create a culture of inclusive, independence-focused support. Together, we can empower individuals to live fulfilling lives and achieve their dreams. Apply today to make a difference
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