Support Worker

Mears; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care service provider in Alberta is seeking Support Workers to assist individuals in living independently. The role involves delivering person-centred care, supporting with daily tasks and personal hygiene, and encouraging engagement in social activities. Successful candidates will benefit from excellent training, a pension scheme, and various wellbeing services. Full UK driving licence preferred and entitlement to work in the UK is required.

Benefits

Cost of PVG covered

Enrolment onto SVQ level 2

Care Worker of the Month award

Refer a friend scheme

Excellent training

Pension scheme

Eye test vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing service

Annual Family Fun Day

Performance recognition platform

Qualifications

• Must be entitled to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Support with personal care, hygiene and medication.
• Assist with household tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
• Help individuals maintain daily routines and develop life skills.
• Accompany service users to appointments and activities.
• Encourage engagement in social visits and activities.
• Maintain accurate records.

Skills

Compassion

Effective communication

Patience

Flexibility

Job description

About the Role

Mears Group provides housing and care services across the UK, with a strong focus on supported living. We’re currently looking for Support Workers in Macduff and nearby areas to join our team.

In this role, you’ll help people live independently by supporting them with daily tasks, personal care and social activities at home and in the community. You’ll be part of a caring team that treats every individual with respect and compassion.

No two days are the same, and you’ll find real reward in making a difference to someone’s life. Because of the rural location, a full UK driving licence is preferred.

Key Criteria

• Deliver person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity and wellbeing
• Support with personal care, hygiene and medication
• Assist with household tasks such as cooking, cleaning and shopping
• Help individuals maintain daily routines and develop life skills
• Accompany service users to appointments, clubs and community activities
• Organise and participate in day trips and social outings
• Support with hobbies and interests including arts and crafts, gardening and sports
• Encourage engagement in social visits to restaurants, pubs and local events
• Maintain accurate records and follow care plans and safeguarding proceduresDemonstrate a genuine passion for helping others
• Show compassion, patience and empathy in all interactions
• Communicate effectively with service users, families and colleagues
• Work reliably, flexibly and proactively to meet individual needs
• Treat every service user with dignity and respect
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a supportive team

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Benefits

• Cost of PVG covered
• Enrolment onto SVQ level 2 after successful completion of your 6 month probation.
• Care Worker of the Month financial award
• Refer a friend scheme (total award up to £1000)
• Excellent training
• Pension scheme
• Eye test vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme (Access to Free counselling service)
• Wellbeing service (Access to trained mental health & wellbeing advisors)
• Mears Annual Family Fun Day for you and your family
• Mears Rewards - A performance recognition platform whereby you can be rewarded in high street vouchers
• Family friendly policy to include enhanced maternity/paternity leave and much more