Join to apply for the Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) role at Scottish Autism in Helensburgh.
Reference: SA1101
Base Pay Range
West of Scotland Area Services – Helensburgh
Full Time & Part Time positions available.
Pay Scale: Starting at £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.82 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £13.30 at your own pace.
Please note that access to reliable personal transport is highly recommended as public transport options are limited.
Our Helensburgh team provides 24-hour support to 3 young, autistic adults who love being active, having a busy social life, and maintaining local community connections.
Each person has a personalised programme of support incorporating consistency and structure specific to their needs.
* Long scenic walks
* Museum and historic places of interest
* Arts, including musical theatre
* Music festivals, eating out
About the Role
As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting people to achieve their aspirations and lead fulfilling lives.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Developing and implementing personalised support plans tailored to each person's unique needs.
* Building positive, trusting relationships with the people you support.
* Empowering people to make informed choices using their preferred communication methods.
* Supporting individuals to participate in activities they enjoy, such as day trips, attending local events, shopping, and holidays. Practitioners will accompany people to places of interest and shared activities.
* Assisting with tasks that enable individuals to maintain their homes, including paying bills and making important decisions.
* Encouraging and supporting independent living, including developing life skills and providing personal care when needed.
* Collaborating with each person, their family, support network, and health professionals to provide holistic support.
* Partnering with stakeholders to ensure each person's life goals and aspirations remain central to their care.
Qualifications
Successful applications should:
* Have a minimum of 1 year of experience in a social care setting.
* Hold a full UK Driving License for manual vehicles.
* Be able to work a variety of shifts including weekends and evenings.
What We Offer
* 30 days holiday (increasing with service).
* Pension (employer matched up to 9%).
* Employee Assistance Program.
Valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities is at the heart of our vision, mission and values. We encourage and welcome applications from people with lived experience of autism.
For more information or an informal chat, please contact Louise McDermott, Senior Autism Practitioner by email: Louise.McDermott@scottishautism.org.
Closing Date: 31st October
Interview Dates: 10th and 11th November
Online Information Session: Contact Julie Byers to register.
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Registered charity number is SC009068
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