WHO WE ARE

At Gheel Autism Services, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with autism through their life journey. Our mission is to enable people to have fulfilling life experiences while promoting autonomy and empowering them to make their own choices. Our services include day and vocational opportunities, outreach support, and various supported living options.
We take a strengths-based approach, tailoring personalised plans to meet each individual’s unique needs. Our team is committed to fostering independence, social inclusion, and overall well-being, ensuring that each person achieves outcomes that are meaningful to them.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Studies from an accredited institution, OR
• A recognised qualification equivalent to the Irish Level 7 award (NARIC), OR
• Relevant third-level degree in social work, psychology, or allied health, OR
• Post-graduate qualification in Autism Studies.

The Transition Program is an innovative outreach program where the person receives sessional support in a place of their choosing (home, community, transition office).
The Supports are provided in a way which is autism informed, incorporates the New Directions Framework for quality supports and are provided through a casework style of delivery where each person supported is allocated one caseworker from the team.
The provision and resources are aimed at delivering bridging support to people in realising the aspirations they have for their lives in areas such as personal development, education, employment and moving out of the family home.

As a caseworker, you will:

• Manage your own caseload of individuals supported and design your weekly schedule.
• Receive full training in autism practice, case management, health and safety, and more!
• Gain a broad range of experience by supporting up to eight people, all while using online systems.
• Be provided with your own laptop and phone for work purposes, allowing you to work flexibly in the community.
• Take the lead in liaising with professionals and external agencies such as education providers, employers, housing agencies, multi-disciplinary teams, families, and more.