We are seeking a dedicated facilitator/carer to work one-on-one with a 17-year-old male who loves trains, airplanes, and boats.
This role requires someone who genuinely cares about helping others and is prepared to provide long-term, consistent support.
We are looking for someone who is patient, compassionate, kind, playful and empathetic, with a genuine interest in supporting and engaging with the individual on a personal level.
Main Purpose of the job: To be a "helping hand" to an individual with unique and specific challenges and support needs, giving him the necessary guidance and support to thrive.
A special interest and passion to be a secure, long-term source of support to a neurodivergent individual is of the utmost importance. Job Objectives: · Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to support his individual needs.
· Provide companionship and emotional support.
· Ensure predictability and consistency in his daily structure and routine.
· Support his executive functioning, including planning, problem-solving, and reasoning.
· Assist with regulation needs, reducing uncertainty and anxiety.
· Understand and address his physical needs, adapting the environment and support needed accordingly.
· Assist with ordinary activities like dressing, eating, collecting from school or taking to physical therapy appointments, etc. Help with personal hygiene (bathing, brushing teeth, bathroom assistance).
Be with him round-the-clock, 24/7 assistance and attention during the time with him.
Requirements General Requirements: Fluent in Afrikaans – Essential.
Valid driver's license and reliable car – Essential.
Job Related work experience.
Previous experience in a supportive mentorship/facilitator role supporting neurodivergent adults - Essential.
Previous experience in a caregiver role – Desirable.
Previous experience in a type of helping profession – Desirable.
Job Related Knowledge: Familiarity with a low arousal approach to create a comfortable environment for him - Essential.
Knowledge and understanding of cerebral palsey – Essential.
Knowledge and understanding of global developmental delays – Essential Job Related Skills: Ability to minimise stress and anxiety for the individual - Essential.
Strong verbal communication skills – Essential.
Strong executive functioning skills, i.e., ability to implement structure - Essential.
Social and life skills – Essential.
Relationship building and interpersonal skills - Essential.
Working hours: Monday – Friday: 13:30 - 18:30 (Fridays collect 13:00) Saturday: 08:00 – 18:30 Benefits Benefits: Support and training from his occupational therapist.
