Support Worker

Turning Point; Dover; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated social care provider in Dover is seeking a compassionate individual to support a man with autism in his home. This role involves working flexible shifts in a 24-hour service, providing assistance with daily activities, planning enjoyable outings, and maintaining a structured routine. The ideal candidate will be patient, understanding, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers opportunities for training and personal growth while making a positive impact on someone's life.

Benefits

29 days paid holiday

Career growth opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Mature minded and able to forward plan.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good attendance record and positive attitude.
• Ability to work strategically to reduce anxieties.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily living tasks and emotional needs.
• Contribute to a confident, structured routine.
• Plan and undertake enjoyable activities like cinema trips.
• Facilitate communication about personal events.

Skills

Teamwork

Forward planning

Patience

Communication

Understanding

Job description

Job Introduction

Would you like to be part of a small and highly specialised service which is committed to supporting me with every aspect of my life?

Would you like to work with me and enableme to live as independently as possible in my local community?

Would you like to be well trained, well supported and well paid and know that you are making a positive difference every time you go to work?

About Me

I am looking for people to support me in my home in the local community in River, Dover. I am a man who experiences autism and sometimes I may display behaviour which can be described as challenging. I enjoy going out and about, but I can get anxious. I am lots of fun to be with and want people to work with me who care about me and are dedicated to supporting me to do every day things like eating healthily, keeping fit and learning new skills. I have my own ways of doing things, which the rest of my team will help you to learn, and if you're the right person, we'll get on great!

Shift Patterns

This is a 24-hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 7 : 30am to 3 : 00pm and 2 : 30 pm to 10 : 00pm, waking nights (9 : 45pm - 7 : 45am), some weekends.

Role Responsibility

• You will be a part of an established team who can make a positive difference to my life supporting me each day.
• As a member of my team, you will be given full training and induction from my Team Leader and your first few shifts will be alongside them so you can get to know me and I can get to know you!
• I love to go out for coffee or snacks, this can be challenging for me at times so I need mature minded support and people that can forward plan, helping me enjoy what I love.
• I enjoy trips to theme parks so I need people that can help me achieve this throughout the year.
• I love movies and will always enjoying going to the cinema or watching the latest release on DVD.
• I like to talk to you and can focus on specific events in my past so will need support that help me communicate in new conversations.
• I must have a confident, structured and consistent routine.

The Ideal Candidate

• You must work well together as a team but be confident to work independently too.
• You need to be mature minded and be able to forward plan, helping me develop my skills.
• You must have the right attitude and good attendance record.
• You should be patient and understanding and do things the way I want them to be done.
• You should be able to work strategically to reduce my anxieties and improve my quality of life.
• You need to be able to stick to the rules that will keep me and you safe.
• You must have the ability to work in partnership with my friends and family

About us

Why Turning Point?

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job – we offer you a career.

What benefits will I receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.

You will get 29days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31days. Plus the option to buyadditional holidays and spread the cost.

Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.

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We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

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