Full-Time Support Worker - Autism & Learning Disabilities

Blue Ribbon; Penwortham; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Job summary

Blue Ribbon in Penwortham is seeking a Female Support Worker to assist individuals with Autism and Learning Disabilities to live fulfilling lives. This full-time role involves daily living support, personal care, safeguarding, and documenting care activities with precision.

The position offers training and development, teamwork in a caring environment, and the chance to make a real difference every day through patient and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Open-minded attitude to diversity and inclusion.
• Positive and resilient approach to work.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Enable People we Support to access a full range of chosen activities, ensuring their personal choices and preferences are supported.
• Contribute to and follow person-centred care plans, ensuring individual needs and wants are always met.
• Assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Accurately complete key daily documentation, including care records, fluid and nutrition charts, and incident reports.
• Administer and record medication safely and accurately.
• Support individuals with meal preparation, domestic duties, and general household tasks.
• Provide psychological, emotional, and physical support to service users.
• Enable access to the community, support with appointments, and encourage meaningful social interactions.
• Identify and report any concerns, ensuring a safe and safeguarding-compliant environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with family members, friends, and external professionals.
• Encourage and support independent living skills where possible.
• Keep up to date with all required training to ensure best practices.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2

Job description

Blue Ribbon in Penwortham is seeking a Female Support Worker to assist individuals with Autism and Learning Disabilities to live fulfilling lives. This full-time role involves daily living support, personal care, safeguarding, and documenting care activities with precision.

The position offers training and development, teamwork in a caring environment, and the chance to make a real difference every day through patient and compassionate care.