Sharon Didrichsen

Level 1 and Level 2 Workshops: Interviewing, Managing and Coaching people with Social Communication Differences, new dates!

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Communication Coaching

Larn how to manage, work alongside or coach employees with social communication difference in the workplace such as Autism, Aspergers or who display related characteristics. Working with professional actors, we role play true-to-life scenarios of communication differences at work and use videos to support the learning experience.

Venue: Skainos, 239 Newtownards Road, Belfast BT4 1AF

Date: Friday 22 March. Time: 9:30am-12pm

Level 1 Workshop: Managing or Working Alongside Employees with Social Communication Difference

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Date: Friday 29 March. Time: 9:30am-12pm

Level 1 Workshop: Interviewing People with Social Communication Difference

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Date: Friday 29 March. Time: 1pm-3.30pm

Level 2 Workshop: Coaching Employees with Social Communication Difference

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The Level 1 workshops will include:

An interactive workshop on working with people with social communication difference, such as Autism/Aspergers. Together with professional actors, the Specialisterne NI team will role play scenarios at interview or at work, and explore:

– Developing an understanding of what behaviours of Social Communication Difference (such as Autism/Aspergers) may look like in the workplace or at interview
– Increasing understanding of the experience of Autism in work/at interview
– Enhancing confidence in working with or interviewing people with communication difference (such as Autism/Aspergers)
– Observation of role-plays that represent real life situations and around table discussions about these.

Outcomes

The workshops aim to help participants:

  • develop an understanding of Autism/Aspergers and social communication differences at interview and in work
  • be more aware of different world experiences which may contribute to an applicant/ employee’s performance
  • feel more confident to interview applicants, or  manage employees with social communication difference
  • have a framework within which to consider behaviour that will contribute to decision making which has reduced bias

The Level 2 workshop will include:

– Developing an understanding of work styles of employees with Social Communication Difference
– Increasing understanding of the coaching situation and how social communication difference can be supported in this context
– Opportunity to take part in a Lego Team Communication exercise and observe or participate in role plays with a professional actor to try out coaching techniques

Outcomes

The workshop aims to help participants:

  • implement knowledge from level 1 training and put this into practice with a professional actor
  • receive feedback on your coaching style
  • helping students feel comfortable in individual or small group scenarios
  • identify ways to get your message across with diverse colleagues.

Why Specialisterne NI?

Specialisterne NI is a not for private profit social enterprise that specialises in Autism at work. Working for 15 years in 15 countries, Specialisterne NI has the aim of supporting 1 million people on the Autistic Spectrum to secure rewarding careers. The Specialisterne NI trainer team have studied Autism to Masters Level and supported over 400 adults on the Autistic Spectrum since opening in Belfast in 2014. Specialisterne NI engage a thriving autistic community and are delighted to share what we learn with you so that autistic people can thrive in your workplace.

As a team we combine Autism theory with listening to and learning from the lived experience of people on the Autistic Spectrum in N Ireland. We have worked with undergraduates at colleges and university, through to people on the Autistic spectrum in senior management roles. Having worked to support people to access and thrive in senior job roles, our team tailor learning content to the experience of being on the Autistic Spectrum and in a professional work environment, thereby making learning relevant to business needs.

Working with professional actors, we share the experiences of Autistic people in N Ireland in work.

Workshop feedback includes:

  • Whole course was excellent and very interesting and interactive.
  • Well presented , informative course
  • All information provided was relevant to what I needed to know
  • Now have a greater understanding of an autistic person’s perspective
  • The Lego Exercise was fun, while being challenging and enlightening
  • Liked the real actors, thought was great way of learning.
  • Course was excellent
  • I enjoyed the actors and the real life experiences that the trainers had encountered
  • The role play was very informative and clearly represented how issues may play out.
  • The presenters were exemplary in presenting the course info. The actors were very good too.
  • Thank you so much I have learned a great deal.
  • Well delivered
  • Really enjoyed it, very informative and fun.
  • Excellent, well presented, very informative.
  • Very informative, thank you.
  • I feel this course should be compulsory for all staff. Trainers very informative and knowledgeable in subject area.
  • Well presented- easy to follow. Experts in their field!
  • Excellent course, very well delivered
  • Very enjoyable training.
  • Excellent content and delivery. Helped to give skills and confidence in dealing with a person on the spectrum.
  • All questions expertly answered.
  • Encouraged by management to attend. So glad I did, really enjoyed it and learned a lot.
  • I had no prior experience or knowledge of this area. Very glad I enrolled on the course.
  • The interaction of the group. The combination of training delivery methods kept my attention
  • Everything- the role plays were excellent. Seeing somebody act out the way an autistic person could act.
  • Whole course was excellent and very interesting and interactive.
  • Well presented , informative course
  • All information provided was relevant to what I needed to know

Please note that the cost for individual workshops is £135 (discounts for multiple bookings). A light breakfast/lunch is included.

Numbers of attendees are limited to 15 per workshop.

This workshop can be delivered in house, and additional workshops are also available, such as Becoming a Diversity Advocate  (Social Communication Differences). For details contact Sharond@specialisterne.com

Book through Eventbrite (£135 + Eventbrite booking fee £8.96) or contact Sharon Didrichsen, Manager, Specialisterne NI Tel 07565 936191, email sharond@specialisterne.com to request an invoice.

 

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Recruit+/++ Career Network

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Recruit+/++ CAREER NETWORKS access up to date employment market information for participants. Thanks to RealTime for bring part of the Recruit+/++ Career Network, delivering group and individual mentoring sessions and simply being on the phone to give individual participant advice. In 2018 you have helped participants feel more confident about starting a career, change perceptions of what employers are looking for, get more ready for interviews, with many participants starting out on the career they always wanted in 2018. THANK YOU!

Here’s to continuing to help participants get the career they always wanted in 2019.If you are on the autistic spectrum, we are recruiting 2 new Recruit+/++ groups now. We would love to support you to start out on or continue a career.

If you are an employer and are interested in sharing your expertise with autistic people starting out on careers, we would love to hear from you!
For details, visit https://www.specialisterneni.com/recruit/ or contact sharond@specialisterne.com
Pictured below: Ruth Trimble, Emma Connolly, and Bronagh Mahon, Autism Specialists at Specialisterne NI with Paddy Burns and Josh Oliver, Specialist Recruiters at Realtime

 

Sharon Didrichsen

Recruit+/++, supporting autistic people to develop careers

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Specialisterne NI are delighted to invite autistic people who are job seeking to join Recruit+ and Recruit++ programmes, which are part funded through the Northern Ireland European Social Fund Programme 2014 -2020, the Department for the Economy, and the Department for Communities. Recruit++ is also part funded by the Belfast City Council.

Recruit+ and Recruit++  are designed with input from autistic people and employers, and have the aim of providing the specific supports autistic people can find useful to start or resume rewarding careers.  A number of participants on Recruit+/++ have secured jobs and our Autism Specialist team are inviting new participants to join the programmes. Should these be of interest, please contact sharond@specialisterne.com Mobile 07565 936191

 

 

 

 

Sharon Didrichsen

My School Your School, a new programme for pupils on the Autistic Spectrum (year 8+)

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In partnership with the NI Executive and as part of the Central Good Relations programme, Specialisterne NI, an Autism at Work social enterprise, is hosting a number of team working workshops for pupils on the Autistic Spectrum across Northern Ireland. My School Your School will bring together small groups of pupils on the Autistic Spectrum from different schools, so that pupils can learn from each other and enjoy shared activities.

What will ‘My School, Your School’ involve?

My School Your School will involve taking part in:

1. A Lego Mindstorms Workshop where participants build Lego Mindstorms Robots in small teams. Participants have the opportunity to work in small teams of 2-3 with pupils from other schools, and discover strengths related to working in a team.

 

 

You can find out more about Lego Workshops here:  https://www.specialisterneni.com/about-us/assessment/

2. A Social Communication Workshop where a professional actor acts out communication scenarios experienced by people on the  Autistic Spectrum. Participants observe true-to-life scenarios and discuss strategies to overcome attitudinal and communication barriers. This workshop will also look at what it is like to be on the Autistic Spectrum in N Ireland. Young people’s feedback from Social Communication Workshops has included:
‘I really liked how they gave different viewpoints of different people on the spectrum.’
‘I liked the way there were roleplayed parts  to show people what it might be like for someone with Autism in that situation.’

Who is Specialisterne NI?

Specialisterne NI, a not-for-profit social enterprise, is part of the international Specialisterne network that has worked in 14 countries, for 14 years to support young people and adults on the Autistic Spectrum to prepare for, secure, and thrive in rewarding careers. The Specialisterne NI team have studied Autism or related subjects to Masters level. We have worked with over 300 young people and adults on the Autistic Spectrum in N Ireland, supporting individuals to better recognise their own strengths and abilities, and supporting employers, colleges, universities and organisations to better understand how to develop the skills of people on the Autistic Spectrum.

Why My School Your School?

In focus groups with young people and adults on the Autistic Spectrum, participants have identified attitudinal and communication barriers as the two main obstacles to being of communities. ‘My School Your School’ workshops seek to support pupils to learn more about social communication, identifying individual strengths and challenges, learning communication strategies, and supporting participants to better understand attitudinal barriers and how to work around these.
My School Your School workshops are informed by Autism theory, and the daily lived experience of young people and adults on the Autistic Spectrum in N Ireland.

Young people’s feedback from Specialisterne’s School Workshops has included:

‘I enjoyed meeting new people and communicating with other people with Autism’

‘I liked it very much, I had a great time’

‘Wonderful’

‘It was fun to do and interesting to hear the different perspectives on various topics brought up’

‘It was surprisingly fun’

‘I found it useful for socialising’

‘I really enjoyed it’

‘I felt at ease working in a team with people from different schools’

‘Working with someone from a different school has given me a new sense of ability and let me see life in other schools’

‘I found being interactive with new personalities and people to be a rich and fun experience’

‘being able to relate to others on the autism spectrum and just have the chance to have fun’

Teaching and classroom assistant feedback from Specialisterne’s School Workshops has included:

‘I found it very interesting to see the students interact in a more relaxed and informal environment’

‘Great to see a programme for autistic pupils to attend and share experiences.’

‘Fantastic! The pupils enjoyed the day immensely.’

‘The pupils loved it.’

‘Everything was well planned and any queries quickly sorted.’

‘Very good, the pupils enjoyed it and it was good to see them working together and discussing what they had to do.’

‘It was age appropriate and at different levels encouraged team building.’

‘The students really enjoyed the group sessions and would be keen to attend the next workshops.’

Who should attend?

My School Your School is a programme for pupils aged 11-18  who identify with being on the Autistic Spectrum (a diagnosis or statement is not required). We welcome all enquiries about attending the workshops.

Specialisterne NI invites schools in N. Ireland to take part in ‘My School, Your School’

Should your school be interested in participating in ‘My School, Your School’, or to book places for pupils, please contact Sharon Didrichsen, Manager, Specialisterne NI
Email: sharond@specialisterneni.com
Mob: 07565 936191
The Specialisterne NI team will meet with participating schools and will be available to meet with pupils and parents to answer any questions regarding My School Your School.
Workshops will be scheduled at times that suit participating schools.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NUMBER OF PLACES ON ‘MY SCHOOL YOUR SCHOOL’ ARE LIMITED.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Specialisterne NI is a not-for-profit social enterprise that works to support people on the  Autistic Spectrum to prepare for, secure, and thrive in rewarding careers.

The ‘My School Your School’ programme is financed by the NI Executive, as part of the Central Good Relations Programme. There is no cost to schools to participate in My School, Your School, and transport is provided.

The My School Your School logo is provided by artist Warwick Simpson https://www.facebook.com/warwicksimpsonworkpage/
Sharon Didrichsen

Launching the 2nd year of 2gether

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Recruit+/++ participants visit RealTime

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Recruit+/++ participants are looking forward to visiting RealTime (http://realtime.jobs/) tomorrow to meet with RealTime’s Josh Oliver (http://realtime.jobs/our-team/josh-oliver) who is answering Recruit+/++ participants’ questions about working with recruitment agencies. Participants’ questions include:

What do we need to do to help you help us?

Sharon Didrichsen, of Specialisterne NI, a social enterprise which specialises in Autism in work, comments:

‘Recruit+/++ programmes were designed with input from autistic and non-autistic people, including job seekers, employers and autistic people already in work. We discovered that a number of autistic people had not contacted recruitment agencies. Recruit+/++  include working with recruitment consultancies to help participants be up to date with employer requirements and expectations, and access increased job opportunities, being introduced to and briefed on jobs with the support of recruitment consultants. Having come from a recruitment consultancy background myself, I know that often recruitment consultants help employers see the skills match of  candidates who may face barriers to getting work. Partnering with Recruit+/++ is an extension of that. We are delighted that RealTime are supporting Recruit+/++ and are looking forward to the participant briefing tomorrow. ‘

RealTime’s Josh Oliver comments:

“After meeting with the Sharon and her team and attending an event earlier this year, RealTime are proud to be associated with the great work Specialisterne NI are doing!

We are strong advocates of breaking down barriers for those who are on the Autistic Spectrum. We are keen to help out in whatever way we can in order to facilitate meaningful employment to participants on Recruit+/++ initiatives.”

Recruit+/++ are 2 employability programmes which are currently welcoming expressions of interest from people on the Autistic Spectrum, and also from employers who would like to contribute to these exciting programmes. (https://www.specialisterneni.com/recruit/) For further details please contact sharond@specialisterne.com Mobile 07565 936191

 

Sharon Didrichsen

Recruit+ and Recruit++, helping people on the autistic spectrum secure and thrive in careers.

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Launching Recruit+/++

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In Autism Awareness Month Specialisterne NI is delighted to launch Recruit+ and Recruit++, 2 new programmes designed with input from autistic people and employers to provide the supports which can help autistic people secure careers.

Recruit+/++ programmes are part funded through the Northern Ireland European Social Fund Programme 2014 – 2020 and the Department for the Economy.

Specialisterne NI are Autism at work specialists and are part of the Specialisterne International network. Specialisterne have been working for 14 years over 14 countries to secure 1 million careers for autistic people. We support autistic people to start out in or continue a wide range of careers and job sectors, and to work at a level that matches the individual’s skills.

Recruit+ and Recruit++ are designed to include the additional supports (that’s the + in the title!) that may help autistic people get ready for and secure a career.

Recruit+ and Recruit++ are participant led.

  • The programmes have been designed further to input from autistic people, colleges, training organisations and leading employers.
  • We listen to you to make sure the activities are what you want, which includes connecting you to employers in your desired career area.
  • Recruit+/++ has Participant and Employer forums which help make sure the programme is relevant to participants and prepares participants for actual job opportunities available.
  • Participants can choose between 2 programmes: Recruit+ , which offers light support: or Recruit++ which offers more in depth support.

Specialisterne NI’s  Recruit+/++ team specialize in Autism at Work. 

Our team have studied Autism at university, and have experience supporting autistic people to secure and succeed in career opportunities, with many at graduate and experienced level. We continue to learn about Autism and we share what we learn with participants, so we can develop new strategies together. Our participants tell us this makes a difference:

The Specialisterne team understand the frustrations and challenges of job seeking for people on the autistic spectrum; however, just as importantly, they understand the unique skills and value that people on the spectrum can bring to employers. The team encourage you to recognise your strengths and support you through every step of the job seeking process. I can thoroughly recommend the support Specialisterne provide for job seekers on the autistic spectrum.

We also have recruitment consultancy experience. The Recruit+/++ manager has over 10 years in recruitment consultancy prior to working in Specialisterne. This means we are connected to a wide range of employers and ask employers to advise and mentor participants so that your programme gets you ready for actual job roles and current work environments.

As part of the Specialisterne International Network, who have supported SAP, Microsoft and other international organisations, we learn what is helping autistic people and employers in 14 countries and share this with participants.

There are 4 stages to Recruit+/++

ASSESS

  • We meet with you to identify what you would like to have happen in relation to your career, and how you would like Recruit+/++ to help you.
  • A Lego Mindstorms Workshop. You will have opportunity to build a Lego Robot in small teams and explore skills which you could use in a job role.

COACH

  • You will have opportunity to meet an Autism Job Coach 1-1 at weekly bookable slots where you can find out more about working while on the Autism Spectrum, as well as support to apply to jobs and get ready for work.
  • You will have opportunity to take part in a new Thriving at Work Programme which has been developed by leading Aspergers Specialist Psychologists Professor Tony Attwood and Michelle Garnett, as well as Specialisterne Australia. Thriving at Work helps get you ready for work and includes anxiety and work management strategies. It includes small group sessions, workbook and certification
  • There will be weekly Recruit+/++ Learning Hubs 3-hour sessions where you can study for NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Employability with the Specialisterne NI team.

CONNECT

  • We will connect you to mentors in your chosen career areas, who will form your Recruit+/++ Career Network. This will help you learn what you need to do to get a job in your chosen career area, and any tips or ideas.
  • There will be fortnightly Career Clubs (2 hours) where participants can job search and learn more about interview skills and what employers want.
  • In Recruit++ there will additional support which includes quarterly Social Curriculum Academies, in different career areas, where employers help participants get ready to get the career they choose.

SUPPORT

The Specialisterne NI Recruit+/++ team will support you to make job applications, secure interviews, attend mentor sessions, and start out in jobs.

As with all Specialisterne NI programmes, participants can access the parts of the programme most useful to them and only take part when feeling comfortable to do so.

To register for Recruit+/++, please contact Sharon Didrichsen on 07565 936191 or email sharond@specialisterne.com for additional details or to request a Recruit+/++ Expression of Interest form. The Specialisterne NI Recruit+/++ team will meet with participants in order of receipt of Expression of Interest forms. There are a limited number of places available.

These projects are part funded through the Northern Ireland European Social Fund Programme 2014 – 2020 and the Department for the Economy.

Recruit++ is part funded by the Belfast City Council.

 

 

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Sharon Didrichsen

Autism Project Worker Recruit+

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Specialisterne Northern Ireland is an Autism at Work consultancy, which opened in Belfast in April 2014. As part of the Specialisterne International Network, which spans 15 countries for 14 years, we aim to support autistic people to get ready for, secure, and sustain, rewarding careers. We are now looking to expand our team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a unique not-for-private-profit organisation in Northern Ireland where you will have the opportunity to work with a small team of autism specialists seeking to develop new tools and techniques which support the career development and well-being of autistic adults.

Job Title: Autism Project Worker (Full-time hours). Project: Recruit+    

The Recruit+ project was designed following consultation with autistic people in 2016 through surveys and focus groups (with 100 autistic people) and consultation with employers, recruitment consultancies, university and college staff and employment training providers. It is designed to provide the additional supports that will help autistic people secure rewarding careers.

Objective
Working as part of the Recruit+ Project team, the Recruit+ Autism Project Worker’s aim is to support participants, who are young people or adults on the Autistic Spectrum, to experience reduced attitudinal and communication barriers, and to progress in relation to having a career.

By providing Autism specialist support, the Recruit+ Project Worker will help participants feel more ready to meet employers, education and training providers, and to make a positive start to a new career.

The Recruit+ Project Worker will also connect with an exciting employer, gatekeeper and training/education provider forum, who will inform the Recruit+ curriculum, ensuring participant’s learning pathways are relevant to their chosen career at this time, and who will provide learning opportunities for participants.

Job Description
• One to one meetings with Recruit+ participants, to support participants to develop strategies in relation to:
o Having a career
o Reducing attitudinal and communication barriers
• Coaching participants in relation to strategies of autistic people.
• Support of Learning hubs and Career Clubs. For example, helping participants develop employability skills and resilience strategies for working life.

• Recruitment consultancy and employer briefings.
• Support of group workshops. Recruit+ involves co-designing workshops with employers.
• Undertaking weekly activities, along with the Recruit+ project team, to support participants to achieve project aims, such as securing employment and further training or education.
• Support of the Recruit+participant Panel, who review and advise on Recruit+project activities.
• Maintaining records in relation to all project activity, in line with Specialisterne NI quality standards and GDPR regulations.
• Ongoing learning of tools and techniques which may support Recruit+ participants to achieve project objectives
• Any other activity which fits the remit of the Recrui++ project.

Person Specification

Essential
• Study in a relevant subject area at undergraduate or post graduate level (this includes currently studying or completed) Examples of relevant study include Atypical Development, Psychology, Autism Spectrum related, Sensory Integration. Other subject areas will also be considered in terms of relevance.
• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of Autism.

Desirable
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Autism
• Experience in supporting children, young people, or adults on the Autistic Spectrum to achieve the changes they want
• Experience in supporting people in small groups
• Experience in documentation of work according to quality standards.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and a commitment to developing new solutions for autistic people.
• A driving licence or ability to travel to various locations across Belfast where the project will be delivered.

Terms and Conditions
• 37.5 hours weekly, times to be agreed with the successful candidate. Hours typically between 8am-5:30pm, Monday -Friday.
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• 15 hours weekly, times to be agreed with the successful candidate. Hours typically between 8am-5:30pm, Monday -Friday.
•The position is fixed term and is expected to run from April 2018 to March 2022. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Specialisterne NI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Employment to this post is therefore subject to an Access NI Enhanced Check.
• Specialisterne NI is an equal opportunities employer.

Application Process
• Interested applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae to:
Sharon Didrichsen, Manager, Specialisterne NI
By email: sharond@specialisterne.com
Or by post to:
Sharon Didrichsen
Specialisterne NI
Skainos
239 Newtownards Road
Belfast
BT4 1AF
• Closing date for applications: 23 March 2018
• For additional information regarding Specialisterne NI, visit https://www.specialisterneni.com or contact Sharon Didrichsen at sharond@specialisterne.com Mobile 07565 936191
Bank of Autism Support Workers

• With applicant permission, applicants from the shortlist for this post may also be considered for a Recruit++ Autism Project Worker (Part-time post), a Recruit++  Autism Project Worker post (full-time post) and/or the Specialisterne NI Bank of Autism Support Workers.

Sharon Didrichsen

We are recruiting! Autism Project Worker (15 hours weekly). Project Recruit++

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Specialisterne Northern Ireland is an Autism at Work consultancy, which opened in Belfast in April 2014. As part of the Specialisterne International Network, which spans 15 countries for 14 years, we aim to support autistic people to get ready for, secure, and sustain, rewarding careers. We are now looking to expand our team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a unique not-for-private-profit organisation in Northern Ireland where you will have the opportunity to work with a small team of autism specialists seeking to develop new tools and techniques which support the career development and well-being of autistic adults.

Job Title: Autism Project Worker (15 hours weekly). Project: Recruit++

The Recruit++ project was designed following consultation with autistic people in 2016 through surveys and focus groups (with 100 autistic people) and consultation with employers, recruitment consultancies, university and college staff and employment training providers. It is designed to provide the additional supports that will help autistic people secure rewarding careers.

Objective
Working as part of the Recruit++ Project team, the Recruit++ Autism Project Worker’s aim is to support participants, who are young people or adults on the Autistic Spectrum, to experience reduced attitudinal and communication barriers, and to progress in relation to having a career.

By providing Autism specialist support, the Recruit++ Project Worker will help participants feel more ready to meet employers, education and training providers, and to make a positive start to a new career.

The Recruit++ Project Worker will also connect with an exciting employer, gatekeeper and training/education provider forum, who will inform the Recruit++ curriculum, ensuring participant’s learning pathways are relevant to their chosen career at this time, and who will provide learning opportunities for participants.

Job Description
• One to one meetings with Recruit++ participants, to support participants to develop strategies in relation to:
o Having a career
o Reducing attitudinal and communication barriers
• Coaching participants in relation to strategies of autistic people.
• Support of Learning hubs and Career Clubs. For example, helping participants develop employability skills and resilience strategies for working life.

• Recruitment consultancy and employer briefings.
• Support of group workshops. Recruit++ involves co-designing workshops with employers.
• Undertaking weekly activities, along with the Recruit++ project team, to support participants to achieve project aims, such as securing employment and further training or education.
• Support of the Recruit++participant Panel, who review and advise on Recruit++project activities.
• Maintaining records in relation to all project activity, in line with Specialisterne NI quality standards and GDPR regulations.
• Ongoing learning of tools and techniques which may support Recruit++ participants to achieve project objectives
• Any other activity which fits the remit of the Recruit++ project.

Person Specification

Essential
• Study in a relevant subject area at undergraduate or post graduate level (this includes currently studying or completed) Examples of relevant study include Atypical Development, Psychology, Autism Spectrum related, Sensory Integration. Other subject areas will also be considered in terms of relevance.
• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of Autism.

Desirable
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Autism
• Experience in supporting children, young people, or adults on the Autistic Spectrum to achieve the changes they want
• Experience in supporting people in small groups
• Experience in documentation of work according to quality standards.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and a commitment to developing new solutions for autistic people.
• A driving licence or ability to travel to various locations across Belfast where the project will be delivered.

Terms and Conditions
• 15 hours weekly, times to be agreed with the successful candidate. Hours typically between 8am-5:30pm, Monday -Friday.
•The position is fixed term and is expected to run from April 2018 to March 2022. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Specialisterne NI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Employment to this post is therefore subject to an Access NI Enhanced Check.
• Specialisterne NI is an equal opportunities employer.

Application Process
• Interested applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae to:
Sharon Didrichsen, Manager, Specialisterne NI
By email: sharond@specialisterne.com
Or by post to:
Sharon Didrichsen
Specialisterne NI
Skainos
239 Newtownards Road
Belfast
BT4 1AF
• Closing date for applications: 15 March 2018
• For additional information regarding Specialisterne NI, visit https://www.specialisterneni.com or contact Sharon Didrichsen at sharond@specialisterne.com Mobile 07565 936191
Bank of Autism Support Workers

• With applicant permission, applicants from the shortlist for this post may also be considered for a Recruit++ Autism Project Worker (full-time post), a Recruit+ Autism Project Worker post (full-time post) and/or the Specialisterne NI Bank of Autism Support Workers.