Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated facilitator to work one-on-one with a 18-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.

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 is of the utmost importance.

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.

Support and training from his occupational therapist.

Fluent in Afrikaans - Essential.

Valid driver's license and reliable car - Essential.

Previous experience in a supportive mentorship/facilitator role supporting individuals with cerebral palsy - Essential.

Previous experience in a caregiver role - Desirable.

Previous experience in a type of helping profession - Desirable.

Familiarity with a low arousal approach to create a comfortable environment for him - Essential.

Knowledge and understanding of cerebral palsy - Essential.

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:

There will be two facilitators employed. The hours and days are negotiable between the facilitators. The family need support Monday - Sunday: 07:00 - 19:00 Monday

Salary: R10 000 per facilitator.

Please email your CV to academy@neurodiversitycentre.co.za if you are interested and feel you are suitable for this position.

Please note we will only contact applicants that have been shortlisted, thank you for your time.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R10000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

Do you have a drivers license and reliable car?
Experience:

working with cerebral palsy: 1 year (Required)
Language:

Afrikaans fluently (Required)
Work Location: In person