Autism Outreach Support Worker

About the Organisation

We are a longstanding independent voluntary organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families for over 70 years. Our efforts have enriched the lives of more than 12,000 individuals by boosting their confidence, skills, and empowerment to reach their personal goals.

We embrace diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. We promote an inclusive workplace and provide accommodations such as ergonomic workstations, flexible scheduling, assistive tools, and communication adjustments during the hiring process or employment to support every team member's success.

Position Overview

As an Autism Outreach Support Worker, you will deliver a variety of tailored supports to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Reporting to a NLN Centre Manager and working collaboratively with the Health Service Executive, you will manage referrals, build trusting relationships, and empower clients by assessing current capabilities, setting person-centered goals, and identifying required supports.

Key Duties

• Coordinate and manage assigned client caseloads, including scheduling individual and group activities, maintaining accurate records, and participating in required meetings.
• Establish and nurture positive relationships to build trust and encourage active client involvement.
• Conduct skill assessments, develop personalized goals, and determine support needs for each client.
• Assist clients in defining their lifestyle preferences, fostering community engagement, and linking them with ongoing support networks.

Candidate Profile

• Possession of at least a bachelor's degree in Education, Social Care, Psychology, or related field, or comparable relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of two years working directly with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with stakeholders to deliver effective services.
• Ability to function effectively within multidisciplinary team settings.

Compensation and Working Conditions

The role is permanent, with a 36-hour work week based at Unit 7, IDA Industrial Estate, Cork Road, Waterford. Starting salary begins at €36,455.15 per year, progressing through 14 increments up to €61,581.27 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Participation in Company Pension Scheme
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Access to educational leave and financial support for studies
• Annual leave entitlement of 24 days
• Eligibility for Bike to Work and Tax Saver Travel schemes
• Income protection coverage
• Options for unpaid leave
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including Digital Doctor services
• Long service awards
• Sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program to support wellbeing

Additional Information

This job description reflects current service expectations and may be revised to adapt to evolving organizational needs. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.