autism support worker

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Work setting

• Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
• Work in employer's/client's home
• Employer's home

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Persons with a disability
• Persons with an intellectual disability
• School age (6 - 12 years)

Experience with special needs children

• Children with behavioural issues
• Autistic children

Additional information

Security and safety

• Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Walking

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Patience
• Honesty