Support Worker Leeds 9 to support a boy with autism & communication difficulties
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Job purpose: To liaise with his mum and engage a young boy with an Autistic diagnosis and communication difficulties. My son received his diagnosis when he was only 3 years old; he is non-verbal, inconsistent, and can change at any point. He can have meltdowns in crowded areas, run off, and not understand personal space. He stim and make extremely loud noises when happy or upset; he can become overwhelmed, very strong, and physical. He tends to touch objects hard, throw objects, and has no sense of danger. He is a loving child who needs one-to-one support from someone who can understand his needs. He loves sensory toys, climbing, sand, and water. He loves food and can eat a lot. Oliver enjoys being outside and exploring but uses a specialist pram when tired or near roads.
Main duties: Social duties, for example, supporting him to:
* Have independent time away from siblings with one-to-one support from a personal assistant (PA).
* Participate in extracurricular activities he will enjoy and achieve within.
Type of person we are looking for: Values: honest, reliable, punctual, non-judgemental, able to build good relationships based on trust and respect, flexible, adaptable, easy-going, able to work alone, positive, willing to travel. Understands equality and diversity and has a good sense of humour. Primarily, someone with an understanding of autism and pre-verbal children, who can support him physically and has a very strong understanding of his needs.
What you can expect: Flexible working, competitive pay, training when needed. Hours of work: Flexible hours to be mutually agreed between mum and PA.
Skills, qualifications, and experience:
Essential: Confidentiality, good at building relationships, reliable, able to keep him safe.
Preferred: Autism understanding, previous experience in care, previous experience working with children or vulnerable adults.
Key Responsibilities
Services
* Social + Leisure activities
Training
* Autism / Aspergers
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