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$120/hr–$170/hr
Part-time
Support And Training From A Multi-disciplinary Team, Three Prepared Meals Daily, Private Bedroom With Own Bathroom, Leisure Activities Including Concerts And Cinema, Market Related Salary
Posted 2d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Provide daily companionship, emotional support, and personalized guidance for a neurodivergent adult. Manage stimulating weekly activities and facilitate basic hygiene, health maintenance, and regulation needs.
Requirements
Requires a valid driver's license, computer fluency, and a commitment to being trained in neuro-affirming care. Previous experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and knowledge of ASD is highly desirable.
Full job description
We’re seeking a compassionate,
and physically and mentally energetic live-in companion to support a wonderful,
independently minded 52-year-old autistic woman. This rotational role (bi-weekly)
offers the chance to build a meaningful connection while supporting daily life
in a calm and culturally rich home.
She enjoys walks, crafts,
and deeply values the Arts—including theatre, cinema, music performances,
ballet, and other cultural activities. The ideal candidate will bring warmth,
creativity, and a great sense of humour—someone who can introduce fun and
lightness into everyday routines while maintaining a courteous, polished
presence.
An openness to learning and
a commitment to collaborative development are essential, including readiness to
be trained and supported by a multi-disciplinary team in best practices for
working with neurodiverse individuals. The ability to take be pro-active and
take initiative along with a strong commitment to person-centred care and
empathetic communication is essential.
Main Purpose of the job:
To offer company and personalised guidance and support, in daily activities
and living. A special interest and passion in neurodiversity and being a
secure, long-term source of support are of the utmost importance.
The candidate will be trained by the NDC
Facilitation Academy and thereafter receive personalised support from the
Facilitation Academy for up to 4-6 weeks, working in collaboration with a
multidisciplinary team.
Job Objectives:
Becoming a core member of the
multi-disciplinary team to support her individual needs if and when needed.
Providing daily companionship and emotional
support for her.
Managing and planning weekly activities that
are both stimulating and enjoyable.
Facilitating basic hygiene and health
maintenance – reminding and encouraging bath time, daily walks and healthy
eating.
Support and scaffolding for her regulation
needs (lessening any uncertainty and anxiety).
To carry out duties such as facilitating daily and therapeutic
activities and taking her on outings and to appointments.
Facilitating
and planning creative stimulating and leisure activities using a client-led
approach.
Supporting
the understanding of her individual difference sensory profile, and executive
functioning (i.e. assisting with creating a routine with the use of visual
aids).
Requirements
General Requirements:
A valid driver’s license, driving experience
and a clean driving record– Essential. Well-spoken in English– Essential. Computer fluency – Essential.
A clear criminal record
Job-Related work experience:
•Previous experience in a role supporting
neurodivergent individuals - Desirable. •Familiarity with Autistic and/or Neurodivergent
Adults – Desirable. •Previous experience in facilitation and life
skills training – Desirable. •Willingness to be trained in supporting
neurodiverse individuals - Essential
Job-Related Knowledge:
•Familiarity and knowledge of autism
spectrum disorder (ASD) - Desirable.
Familiarity with low arousal, client-led,
neuro-affirming approach - Desirable.
Knowledge of psychology -Desirable
Job-Related Skills:
Able to assist with planning and implementing daily
activities with her using a creative and flexible approach abilities –
Essential.
Ability to minimise stress and anxiety by
utilising a low arousal approach - Essential.
Strong verbal communication skills with the client
and her support team – Essential.
Organisational skills, i.e., ability to
implement structure, strong time management imperative - Essential.
Social and life skills – Essential.
Relationship-building skills – Essential.
Able to organise and administer medication
Emotionally grounded with excellent self-regulation and personal
accountability
Able to maintain balance in dynamic situations
Patience, empathy, and a commitment to building a trusting, supportive
relationship with her.
Ability to guide and support in both structured and unstructured
environments, balancing life skill teaching, support and fun.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively
with the family and other support systems.
Flexible and adaptable, able to adjust to the client’s needs and
schedule.
Benefits
Support and training from a multi-disciplinary
team knowledgeable in the field of Neurodiversity.
Meals: 3 prepared meals daily, delivered to the
door.
Bedroom with own bathroom.
Leisure activities: including regularly attending
concerts and cinema viewings.
Specialised assessment and intervention services for people presenting with neurodevelopmental needs and challenges.
Industry
Mental Health Care
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Belville , Western Cape
LinkedIn followers
3,913
The Neurodiversity Centre provides a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary range of services to children and adults with neuro-developmental challenges, specialising in Social Communication Disorders and conditions on the Autistic Spectrum. Our team consists of specialists in the fields of Clinical, Counselling and Educational Psychology, Developmental Paediatrics, Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry, Paediatric Neurology, Occupational and Speech & Language Therapy - across our centres in Groot Drakenstein, Durbanville, Stellenbosch, Somerset West and Hermanus. We provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments according to international best practice standards in the field, and offer sustained, individualised interventions for children, adults and impacted families on the Autism Spectrum or related conditions.
The term ‘Neurodiversity‘ points to the recognition of the fact that there is a naturally occurring diversity among different individuals in terms of how our brains function. While valuing this variance along with each individual’s unique way of being, we also offer support and guidance regarding considerable challenges people may face in our society as a result of such neuro-developmental differences.
We are also truly honoured to be the winners of the Corporate Livewire: South African Prestige Awards 2020, in the category of Neuro-Specialists of the Year! We are proud and affirmed of the effort we have put in and the provision of services at the Neurodiversity Centre. We will strive to uphold this calibre of provision as we expand further support and training into the future. Thank you to all our faithful clients and associates who make what we do possible!
Offices: 99 Jip De Jager Drive, Vineyards Office Estate, Barinor's Vineyard North BJM House, Belville , Western Cape 7530, ZA · Lekkerwijn Estate, Junction R45 & R310, Groot Drakenstein, Western Cape 7680, ZA · 8 Gardner Williams Avenue, Unit 103 (1st floor), Paardevlei Rising 3, Somerset West, Western Cape 7130, ZA · 33 Herte Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape 7600, ZA · 4 Dirkie Uys Street, Xpedient House, Hermanus, Western Cape 7220, ZA
Social Communication DisordersAutism Spectrum DisordersExtreme Demand AvoidanceNeurodiversityand Neurodevelopmental ConditionsEducationPsychologyMental Health
Specialised assessment and intervention services for people presenting with neurodevelopmental needs and challenges.
Industry
Mental Health Care
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Belville , Western Cape
LinkedIn followers
3,913
The Neurodiversity Centre provides a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary range of services to children and adults with neuro-developmental challenges, specialising in Social Communication Disorders and conditions on the Autistic Spectrum. Our team consists of specialists in the fields of Clinical, Counselling and Educational Psychology, Developmental Paediatrics, Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry, Paediatric Neurology, Occupational and Speech & Language Therapy - across our centres in Groot Drakenstein, Durbanville, Stellenbosch, Somerset West and Hermanus. We provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments according to international best practice standards in the field, and offer sustained, individualised interventions for children, adults and impacted families on the Autism Spectrum or related conditions.
The term ‘Neurodiversity‘ points to the recognition of the fact that there is a naturally occurring diversity among different individuals in terms of how our brains function. While valuing this variance along with each individual’s unique way of being, we also offer support and guidance regarding considerable challenges people may face in our society as a result of such neuro-developmental differences.
We are also truly honoured to be the winners of the Corporate Livewire: South African Prestige Awards 2020, in the category of Neuro-Specialists of the Year! We are proud and affirmed of the effort we have put in and the provision of services at the Neurodiversity Centre. We will strive to uphold this calibre of provision as we expand further support and training into the future. Thank you to all our faithful clients and associates who make what we do possible!
Offices: 99 Jip De Jager Drive, Vineyards Office Estate, Barinor's Vineyard North BJM House, Belville , Western Cape 7530, ZA · Lekkerwijn Estate, Junction R45 & R310, Groot Drakenstein, Western Cape 7680, ZA · 8 Gardner Williams Avenue, Unit 103 (1st floor), Paardevlei Rising 3, Somerset West, Western Cape 7130, ZA · 33 Herte Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape 7600, ZA · 4 Dirkie Uys Street, Xpedient House, Hermanus, Western Cape 7220, ZA
Social Communication DisordersAutism Spectrum DisordersExtreme Demand AvoidanceNeurodiversityand Neurodevelopmental ConditionsEducationPsychologyMental Health
