We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Community Inclusion
Co-ordinator to join our Service.? The successful candidate will
provide supports within the framework of New Directions, an
outcomes-based individualised approach to services for people with
intellectual disabilities. The purpose of the role is to support
individuals to access a wide-range of community-based services and
opportunities to meet their needs, interests and desires.? This
current assignment is based in our Day Service and is a full-time
permanent position. ?All permanent contracts are with the service.
_KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:_
* To co-ordinate and manage program delivery, evaluation and
strategic issues to meet expected outcomes for the training
programmes.
* To provide supports which are individualised outcome-focussed
which will enable adults with a disability to live a life of their
choosing in their community, in accordance with their own wishes.
* Liaison person between other services/schools and St. Aidan?s
Services with regards to school leavers who have expressed an interest
in sampling/attending our service.
* Put in place a transition plan for the individual transitioning
from children's services to adult services.
* Develop and facilitate training workshops and ensure service
delivery is relevant, efficient and addresses the needs of the
individuals.
* To work on a one-to-one and group basis with the individuals we
support, providing supports in areas including employment, travel,
education and training, health and wellbeing, social roles,
recreational activities, volunteering and money management.
* To conduct needs assessments, design training materials and enact
instructional methodologies cognisant of the diverse learning needs of
people with disabilities.
* To evaluate the role of sport and leisure activities in enhancing
the lives of the individuals with disabilities.
* Identify and evaluate measures to promote inclusion in sports and
leisure activities.
* Appraise the role and significance of creative arts in promoting
social inclusion.
* To critically evaluate the social and environmental factors
affecting the lives of individuals with disabilities.
* Ensure the collection of service data to prepare and submit
accurate and timely statistical and program narrative reports when
requested.
* Developing close contacts with the local community and actively
encourage community inclusion for the individuals attending service,
in line with New Directions.
* Possess an in-depth knowledge and understanding of New Directions.
QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:?
* Hold degree in Social Care?or Foreign Equivalent (validated by
QQI).
* One to three years? experience post qualification experience in
the area of Disability Services
* One year?s post qualification experience supporting individuals
with a diagnosis of ASD and knowledge of Autism
* Must hold a full clean driving license and be willing to drive
company vehicle
* NQI Level 8 Facilitating Inclusion (Disability Studies)
Advantageous
TO APPLY:? EMAIL YOUR CV AND COVER LETTER REFERENCING THE JOB REF NO.
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SHORT LISTING OF CANDIDATES WILL APPLY
A PANEL MAY BE FORMED FROM THIS CAMPAIGN FROM WHICH FURTHER VACANCIES
WHICH MAY ARISE WILL BE FILLED.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS: **APPLY ON THE
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_ST. AIDAN?S SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER_
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We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
