We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Service based in Chesterfield on a permanent basis, part time basis (30 or 20 hour Contract per week).
Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings and sleep ins, weekends and bank holidays. The ability to work in the evening and at weekends is a requirement for this position.
About the Service
We are currently support one gentleman and one young lady and we have a team of up to support workers working at this Service. The people we support enjoys being out in the community and in particular visiting the shops, going to pub and doing things in the community.
The people we support at this Service may show challenging behaviour, so experience with this would be ideal. However, previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided, including full positive behaviour support training.
What does a Support Worker do?
As a Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will help to ensure the people we support live a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life. You will have excellent communication skills and be a naturally caring and patient personality. Typical responsibilities may include:
- Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
- Relationship building – supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
- Community & Social Inclusion - supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality.
- Personal care - helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 33692