Scottish Autism charity on the look out for Lanarkshire staff

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Scottish Autism is holding two online recruitment information sessions this month for anyone interested in joining the charity, which employs over 900 staff across Scotland.The sessions will be held on Wednesday, February 9 and Wednesday, February 23 (between 1pm and 2pm) and will take the form of a presentation describing the role of an autism practitioners, which was formerly known as a support worker.The presentation will then be followed by a Q&A session involving a Scottish Autism colleague currently working in the role.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The type of support autism practitioners generally provide depends on the needs and aspirations of the supported individual.However, it can include everyday learning skills and activities like self care, money management, house keeping and cooking skills, to accessing their communities and to take part and engage in leisure activities.Chief executive of the charity, Dorry McLaughlin, told Lanarkshire Live: "I'm delighted we will be hosting two online recruitment events this month."Our amazing team of autism practitioners do an incredible job in enabling autistic people in Scotland to lead happy, healthy and fulfilling lives." For more information or to join, head online.