Companion for 7-year-old neurodivergent girl
Companion for 7-year-old neurodivergent girl
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1-3years
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1 Vacancy
Job Description
The ideal candidate should be kind patient compassionate and have a good sense of humor. This little girl has a strong interest in animals and music enjoys playing musical instruments and loves outdoor play especially obstacle courses and engaging games.
Main Purpose of the job:
To be a helping hand for her unique and specific support needs giving her the necessary guidance and support to thrive. A special interest and passion in neurodiversity and being a secure longterm source of support are of the utmost importance.
The candidate will receive training and personalised support by the NDC Facilitation Academy from a registered counsellor for up to 46 weeks.
Job Objectives:
Becoming a core member of the multidisciplinary team to support her individual needs at home.
Providing companionship and emotional support for her.
Support and scaffolding for her regulation needs (lessening any uncertainty and anxiety).
Supporting and understanding of her individual difference sensory profile and executive functioning (i.e. assisting with creating a routine with the use of visual aids).Facilitating and planning creative educational activities using a childled approach.
Requirements
General Requirements:
Fluent in English or Afrikaans Essential.
JobRelated work experience:
Previous experience in a role supporting neurodivergent children Essential.
Previous experience working with younger children under the age of 10 years old Essential.
Previous experience in teaching/tutoring Preferred.
JobRelated Knowledge:
Familiarity with low arousal childled neuroaffirming approach Essential.
Familiarity and knowledge of sensory processing difficulties Essential.
Familiarity and knowledge of DIR Floortime Desirable.
JobRelated Skills:
Capable of planning and implementing fun engaging and creative activities with her using a flexible approach tailored to her interests and sensory needs Essential.
Ability to minimise stress and anxiety for her by utilising a low arousal approach Essential.
Strong verbal communication skills with children and parents Essential.
Organisational skills i.e. ability to implement structure strong time management imperative Essential.
Social play and life skills Essential.
Relationship building skills Essential.
Benefits
Benefits:
Support and training from a multidisciplinary team knowledgeable in the field of Neurodiversity.
Working hours:
Monday Thursday and Friday: 14:0016:00
Salary Range:
R4800 R7200 per month (Hourly rate R200 R300 per hour)
Ideal starting date:
Previous experience in a role supporting neurodivergent children - Essential. Previous experience working with younger children under the age of 10 years old - Essential. Previous experience in teaching/tutoring - Preferred. Familiarity and knowledge of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - Essential. Familiarity with low arousal, child-led, neuro-affirming approach - Essential. Familiarity and knowledge of sensory processing difficulties - Essential. DIR Floortime Approach
Education
Previous experience in a role supporting neurodivergent children - Essential. Previous experience working with younger children under the age of 10 years old - Essential. Previous experience in teaching/tutoring - Preferred. Familiarity and knowledge of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - Essential. Familiarity with low arousal, child-led, neuro-affirming approach - Essential. Familiarity and knowledge of sensory processing difficulties - Essential. DIR Floortime Approach
Employment Type
Full Time
