Understanding the ins and outs of the law can seem like a daunting task, especially for those who live with autism, their advocates, and loved ones. Holding a trusted position in our legal system, such specialists can prove to be a powerful asset for those looking to gain a better understanding of their rights or responsibilities within the Singapore government as members of this important community. Today, the Hair Of The Dog team members wanted to shine a spotlight on how incorporating this know-how can further enrich the services provided to families in our Autism Network Singapore community. As trusted professionals, these knowledgeable specialists may work in diverse environments such as non-profits, public agencies, or private practices.
Other examples of a legal support specialist’s duties may include serving as a mediator, paralegal, legal assistant, and practice or administrative managers for program operations. So, what exactly does a legal support specialist do for our community and what makes us so vital to the work of the Autism Network Singapore? Over the next few paragraphs, we’ll take a closer look at just a few of the many examples for how this integration can turn these knowledge resources into practical tools for everyday use.
While obtaining a quality education offers many advantages to those living with autism-providing a solid foundation for life skills that last throughout the lifespan-understanding the ins and outs of Singapore’s complex laws and regulations can be a real asset for these individuals, their advocates, and their caregivers. To that end, a legal support specialist may play an integral role in helping a family get the services they need, based on the laws, regulations, and obligations that govern our civil service.
What are a few examples of the kinds of legal considerations these specialists assist in for individuals with autism spectrum disorder? For example, these specialists may provide assistance with special education services for school-aged children, as well as Older Adult Services for those ages 65 and older. They can also help provide information on applications for public assistance to promote safe, sustainable living environments both inside and outside of the workplace. It’s important to note that our community resource integration does not provide legal advice to individuals with autism or their families directly. Instead, ensure that our families have access to the most accurate and up to date knowledge of current issues to properly advocate for themselves.
When recruiting for our legal support specialist needs, we encourage you to consider the following list of best practices when in the hiring process. Overall, with children returning to school soon, now is the perfect time to ensure that all of the students of Autism Network Singapore have been provided for when it comes to the wealth of resources available to them.