Companion for 7-year-old neurodivergent girl

4 weeks ago

Pretoria, South Africa The Neurodiversity Centre Full time
Job Description
We are looking for a confident, playful, and energetic individual to engage with a 7-year-old autistic girl in weekly, interest-led activities. The ideal candidate will incorporate sensory and regulation activities recommended by her occupational therapist, creating a fun and supportive environment.
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, long-term 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 4-6 weeks.
 
Job Objectives:
Becoming a core member of the multi-disciplinary 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 child-led approach.

Requirements

General Requirements:

•      Fluent in English or Afrikaans – Essential.

Job-Related 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.

 

Job-Related Knowledge:

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.

•      Familiarity and knowledge of DIR Floortime – Desirable.

 

Job-Related 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 multi-disciplinary team knowledgeable in the field of Neurodiversity.

 

Working hours:

•      Monday, Thursday and Friday: 14:00-16:00

 

 

Salary Range:

·      R4800 – R7200 per month (Hourly rate R200 – R300 per hour)

 

Ideal starting date:

As soon as possible

Requirements
• 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

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