Autism Engagement Advisor

**Do you want to be part of a growing team and together help individuals turn their potential into reality? If so, these amazing opportunities are for you**

**Your new company**

Autism SA has a strong and rich history of being a recognised leader in providing specialised services to individuals on the autism spectrum, their families and the broader community. We strongly believe in a person-centered approach which puts the individual at the forefront of everything we do. With the biggest social reform for the disability sector among us, Autism SA is further embracing the opportunity for new, different, and innovative ways of providing responsive and adaptable services.

**About the role**

Working under general direction from the Business Unit Lead & Senior Advisor / Practitioner - School Services, this role is responsible and accountable for delivering high-level, short term and intensive supports to schools and educators so they can better support students on the autism spectrum to achieve their educational goals.

We are seeking to employ Autism Engagement Advisors to join the Autism SA family based in the North or South metropolitan regions.

Why join us
- Supportive workplace culture;
- High-performing team environment;
- Professional and career development opportunities;
- Attractive salary packaging benefits, an opportunity to increase our take home pay
- Flexible working arrangements;
- We embrace and respect neurodiversity; and
- Committed to safety & Wellbeing, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

**Key Responsibilities**
- Observe, record, and communicate key aspects of an individual’s functional needs in their learning environment to educators
- Upskill, support, and assist educators to implement strategic interventions
- Development of goals for future support based on the individual’s functional needs assessment for the allocated support timeframe.
- Liaise and work collaboratively alongside educators in the school setting
- Provide high-quality written reports including the oversight of the individual functional needs of children and young people within their learning environments and recommendations
- Consistently maintain accurate client records and client progress notes using the SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment & Plan) format.
- Under guidance of the Business Unit Lead - School Services, identify and pursue potential business development opportunities
- Identify areas of need and work towards goals as a focus for your support
- Support the delivery of Training Programs and Tailored Support Packages as required.
- Respond to enquiries pertaining to education inclusion issues from schools, educational sectors, families
- Maintain consistent and appropriate communication with educators and relevant others regarding the individuals progress, implementation of strategies and appropriate recommendations

**About you**

You have relevant qualifications, expertise and experience to provide person-centered NDIS therapeutic supports and services. The competencies required for this role include:

- Completed Tertiary / University education with relevant Disability / Psychology / Education Degree
- Relevant experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum and in an educational setting/environment
- Significant understanding and experience in delivering evidence-based strategies & supports for children on the autism spectrum
- Strong people / problem solving skills & the ability to work effectively autonomously
- Confidence & experience to work within school settings, alongside and capacity building teachers / teacher aides / leadership
- High level of communication and written report writing
- Relevant expertise and experience within the disability / education sectors
- Evidence of ongoing Professional Development in the area of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Strong knowledge of Not-for profit sector, NDIS, and its environment

**Screening & Employment requirements**

Satisfactory outcomes for the following probity checks will be required as a part of your employment:

- DHS Working with Children Check.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- National Police Check (NPC); and
- Full COVID-19 Vaccinations (including boosters)
- Drivers Licence (C class)

**How to Apply**

This is the perfect opportunity to join a supportive team environment where the company rewards its employees by providing great, flexible working conditions.

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