Autism Support Coordinator

Is job satisfaction important to you and do you love a challenge?
Can you support us in improving the wellbeing, mental health and confidence of adults with autism?

We are looking for an Autism Support Coordinator. The overall objective of the Adult Autism short-term support service is to provide time-limited support to autistic adults which informs and empowers them to maximise opportunities to develop their skills and achieve personal outcomes that improve quality of life, economic independence, and social integration, whilst gaining a sense of personal accomplishment and identity.

As the first point of contact for referrals from Norfolk County Council's social care team the role is responsible for the end-to-end coordination of a flexible, person-centred service to autistic adults that will include drop-in support and scheduled appointments with allocated Autism Support Coaches. The post holder will possess a good understanding of the needs of autistic adults alongside excellent organisational, administrative and customer service skills.

The coordinator will also assist in the delivery of the service including supporting the Autism Support Coaches with sickness/holiday cover by working directly with participants via electronic/phone/email/face-to-face mediums to ensure continuous engagement and wrap-around support.

This position requires travel around the county and the ability to work flexible hours so a driving licence and access to your own transport is desirable.

Should you be successful in your interview, you will be subject to Right to Work in the UK checks prior to employment. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check., Disability Confident
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The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and
employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the
economy in our communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal & government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through three company departments, Learning Coaching
& Advice, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses).
Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their
potential. As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which
have a declared disability. Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children,
and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer., Realise Futures CIC -A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements, employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled. The company is organised in three divisions, Learning and Development, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential. Realise Futures: Enhancing People's Lives.

Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including;

Flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)
Performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process
45p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)
Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team
Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM.
25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays)
Additional day of paid leave around your birthday
Additional paid wellbeing day
3 days additional annual leave after 3 years service
An additional day's paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures
Disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence
A confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family
Trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders
Cycle to Work scheme
Occupational pension scheme