About you
- Keenness to work with people with Autism
- Willing to participate in additional training to support you in your role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Physically fit
- Availability to work the following:
- Weekday afternoon/evenings
- Weekends
- Sleepovers
- School Holidays – MASS residences provide services 365 days of the year
- Availability for 20+ hours per week
- Casual employment opportunity – potential to evolve into permanent part time position
- Range of positions available working with clients 4-50 years old across various settings
About us
Mansfield Autism Statewide Service (MASS) is an independent not for profit organisation, that offer a wide range of services for individuals and families living with Autism. Our services have been designed as a ‘wrap around’ model – each service complements and enhances the quality of care we provide our clients. For more information see www.autismmansfield.org.au.
About the role
- Supporting clients with Autism in various Residential care settings
- Ensure clients needs are met as outlined within their individual plans
- Help engage clients to positively develop life skills inclusive of toileting, self-care, personal hygiene, eating programs, sleep, setting daily routines & emotion regulation
- Proactively be involved in activities and programs
- Maintain accurate and detailed shift reports, incidents reports ad progress notes
- Ability to adapt well to change and manage challenging situations effectively
What’s on Offer
- Competitive rates of pay + penalty rates
- Free Training and development opportunities including ASD, Medication Admin & First Aid
- 24/7 support with dedicated On-Call
- Support in obtaining Certificate IV in Disability or Child, Youth & Family Intervention
- Readily available Employee Assistance Program
Prerequisites
- Evidence of 1st, 2nd & 3rd dose of Covid-19 vaccinations
- Current driver’s license
- Working with Children’s check, Police Check & NDIS worker screening check (or willing to obtain)