Au pair for 11-year-old neurodivergent boy

2 months ago

Cape Town, South Africa The Neurodiversity Centre Full time

Job Title: Au pair for a 11-year-old neurodivergent boy in the Newlands area.

We are looking for someone who shares a special passion and interest in working with neurodivergent children and who can engage in playful, light-hearted fun. This person would be assisting as an au pair to a very bright, caring, and friendly 11-year-old neurodivergent boy, who enjoys a range of special interests and passions, including music, go-karting, Formula One, Minecraft, mountain biking, Lego, and playing soccer.

Main Purpose of the job:

To be a “helping hand” for their unique and specific support needs, giving them the necessary guidance and support to thrive. A special interest and passion in neurodiversity and being a secure, long-term source of support are of the utmost importance.

The candidate will receive training from an occupational therapist.

Job Objectives:

•      Becoming a core member of the multi-disciplinary team to support his individual needs if and when needed.
•      Providing companionship and emotional support for him at home.
•      Support and scaffolding for his regulation needs (lessening any uncertainty and anxiety).
•      To carry out duties such as school pick-ups and drop offs, outings and appointments, and preparing meals and snacks.
•      Supporting the understanding of his individual difference sensory profile, and executive functioning (i.e assisting with creating a routine with the use of visual aids).
•      Planning fun creative activities to do at home together.

Requirements

General Requirements:

•      A valid driver’s license and reliable car – Essential.

•      Fluent in English– Essential.

•      Availability to commit to at least 1 year – Essential.

Job-Related work experience:

•      Previous experience in an au pairing role - Essential.

•      Previous experience working with young children – Essential.

Job-Related Knowledge:

•      Familiarity and knowledge of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – Desirable.

•      Familiarity and knowledge of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – Desirable.

•      Familiarity and knowledge of developmental coordination disorder (DCD/Dyspraxia) – Desirable.

  • Familiarity with a low arousal, child-led, neuro-affirming approach – Essential. 

Job-Related Skills:

•      Able to assist with planning and implementing fun activities according to his interests.

•      Ability to minimise stress and anxiety for him by utilising a low arousal approach - Essential.

•      Strong verbal communication skills with him 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.

Working hours:

•      Monday to Thursday: 13:00-16:00

Salary:

R5760 (R120/hour)

Additional babysitting and flexibility to be available over some weekends when and if needed.

 Starting date:

January 2024


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

 

 



Benefits

Benefits:

•      Support and training from a occupational therapist.




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