Job summary
We are looking to expand our team of
staff who work with families, children and young people with a diagnosis of
Autistic Spectrum Conditions at the Autism Support Centre, Burnley.
We want
enthusiastic workers to provide
practical support for parents and carers of newly diagnosed children and young
people who live in East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen in the community and
to support children and young people with an ASC at social and leisure
activities and opportunities at the Autism Support Centre.
If
you have any questions or queries please contact the Childrens Services
manager, Amy Whittle, on 01282 415 455 or email amy@actionasd.org.uk.
Main duties of the job
Job Summary:
To provide practical support for parents and cares of
newly diagnosed children and young people with an Autistic Spectrum Condition
(ASC) and provide information, advice, training and support.
To work with children and families to provide early
intervention which would include advice, information and positive strategies.
To support children and young people with an ASC at
social and leisure activities and opportunities at the Autism Resource Centre.
To support parents, children and young people via a virtual
platform during online social sessions and activities.
To work as part of a team, including volunteers, and the Childrens
Project Manager and Assistant Project Manager to provide fun and accessible
play and social opportunities for autistic children and young people.
To work with families/carers to enhance
their understanding of autism and provide them with advice and support when
required.
To support and co facilitate our cygnet
programmes alongside other team members
About us
Action for ASD was incorporated as a charity in 2001. We
provide childrens services and adult services. We are also commissioned by
East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen CCGs to provide the adult (16+)
autism diagnostic pathway including post diagnostic counselling within East
Lancashire.
The Objects of the Charity as defined in its Memorandum of
Association are:
a) To relieve
those persons who are diagnosed with Autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) by the
provision of support, advice, information and assistance to those individuals
with Autistic spectrum disorders, their families and carers and associated
professionals.
b) To
increase public awareness regarding the difficulties and circumstances of
people with Autistic spectrum disorders and their families and carers, and to
encourage acceptance within the community.
The Charitys mission is to make a difference to the lives of
those with an ASD in East Lancashire and to support their families and carers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Tasks
- To provide Information, Advice, Signposting
and Guidance to families of autistic children and young people
- To update the Family Support database which
records all enquires, referrals and contact with
parents/carers/individuals/professionals, ensuring that this is accurate,
non-judgemental, factual and up to date.
- To monitor and evaluate all services provided
by the Family Support Team, and to obtain feedback from parents on the
usefulness of the information provided and the outcomes they have achieved
as a result of the Family Support involvement.
- To attend meetings, in a supportive and
enabling role with parents/carers and individuals so they can put their
own views forward and/or take notes.
- To assist with the development of pro forma
letters and packs on a range of topics, suitable to send to service users
both in written and electronic format.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships
with the local community, local schools, statutory bodies, other voluntary
sector organisations and other staff within Action for ASD.
- Inform the Fundraising Team of any possible
fundraising opportunities you may come across, for them to investigate.
- Inform the
Childrens Services Manager of any opportunities to further develop
partnerships and links to improve the services offered to individuals with
an Autism Spectrum condition and their families.
- To support the development and delivery of a
range of social and play opportunities for children and young people who
are affected by autism and to utilise autism specific approaches to support
the development of social and communication skills.
- Undertake direct work with children in
consultation to improve motor skills, social skills, communication skills
and personal development both at the ARC and other community settings.
This may include some personal care.
- Undertake indirect
work with siblings of children with ASD when identified and provide them
with age-appropriate information about autism and emotional support as
required.
- To ensure that the Health and Safety and
Safeguarding aspects of the activities are adhered to in line with Action
for ASDs policy and procedures and follow pre and post sessions checks.
- To contribute to reports for the Childrens
Project Manager, funders and for Action for ASD management when requested.
- To attend supervision and staff meetings where
appropriate.
- To
follow Child Protection Policy and Procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Tasks
- To provide Information, Advice, Signposting
and Guidance to families of autistic children and young people
- To update the Family Support database which
records all enquires, referrals and contact with
parents/carers/individuals/professionals, ensuring that this is accurate,
non-judgemental, factual and up to date.
- To monitor and evaluate all services provided
by the Family Support Team, and to obtain feedback from parents on the
usefulness of the information provided and the outcomes they have achieved
as a result of the Family Support involvement.
- To attend meetings, in a supportive and
enabling role with parents/carers and individuals so they can put their
own views forward and/or take notes.
- To assist with the development of pro forma
letters and packs on a range of topics, suitable to send to service users
both in written and electronic format.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships
with the local community, local schools, statutory bodies, other voluntary
sector organisations and other staff within Action for ASD.
- Inform the Fundraising Team of any possible
fundraising opportunities you may come across, for them to investigate.
- Inform the
Childrens Services Manager of any opportunities to further develop
partnerships and links to improve the services offered to individuals with
an Autism Spectrum condition and their families.
- To support the development and delivery of a
range of social and play opportunities for children and young people who
are affected by autism and to utilise autism specific approaches to support
the development of social and communication skills.
- Undertake direct work with children in
consultation to improve motor skills, social skills, communication skills
and personal development both at the ARC and other community settings.
This may include some personal care.
- Undertake indirect
work with siblings of children with ASD when identified and provide them
with age-appropriate information about autism and emotional support as
required.
- To ensure that the Health and Safety and
Safeguarding aspects of the activities are adhered to in line with Action
for ASDs policy and procedures and follow pre and post sessions checks.
- To contribute to reports for the Childrens
Project Manager, funders and for Action for ASD management when requested.
- To attend supervision and staff meetings where
appropriate.
- To
follow Child Protection Policy and Procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification in children & young people, youth work, counselling Or NVQ Level 3 qualification in children & young people, youth work
- Driving Licence
Desirable
- Counselling Skills and Training
Experience
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of Autism/AS
- Experience of family support & case load management
- Understanding of the needs and difficulties of children and young people with a diagnosis of Autism
- Knowledge of legislation relating to Child Protection
- Knowledge of SEN
Desirable
- Knowledge of the use of Visual Structure to Support Individuals With ASC. (Signs, Symbols and Schedules)
- Knowledge of HSE Requirements (Health and Safety Executive)
Skills and Work Experience
Essential
- Good Level Communication skills (written and verbal)
- An ability to work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to a range of personnel
- Experience of paid or voluntary work with children and young people with an ASD or SEN
- Experience of Managing Challenging Behaviour
- Experience of supporting parents and carers
- Experience of delivering training or presentations
Desirable
- Good standard of report writing
- Knowledge of Computer Applications (Microsoft Office) and use of social media
- Experience of writing reports and records
- Working in the Voluntary Sector
- Experience of Health/Education/Social Care Roles
- Experience of monitoring projects
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification in children & young people, youth work, counselling Or NVQ Level 3 qualification in children & young people, youth work
- Driving Licence
Desirable
- Counselling Skills and Training
Experience
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of Autism/AS
- Experience of family support & case load management
- Understanding of the needs and difficulties of children and young people with a diagnosis of Autism
- Knowledge of legislation relating to Child Protection
- Knowledge of SEN
Desirable
- Knowledge of the use of Visual Structure to Support Individuals With ASC. (Signs, Symbols and Schedules)
- Knowledge of HSE Requirements (Health and Safety Executive)
Skills and Work Experience
Essential
- Good Level Communication skills (written and verbal)
- An ability to work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to a range of personnel
- Experience of paid or voluntary work with children and young people with an ASD or SEN
- Experience of Managing Challenging Behaviour
- Experience of supporting parents and carers
- Experience of delivering training or presentations
Desirable
- Good standard of report writing
- Knowledge of Computer Applications (Microsoft Office) and use of social media
- Experience of writing reports and records
- Working in the Voluntary Sector
- Experience of Health/Education/Social Care Roles
- Experience of monitoring projects
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.