Autism-Sensitive Support Worker & Travel Companion

Independent Lives; Chichester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Lives seeks a caring Support Worker to assist a 21-year-old daughter with practical and emotional support, including travel to and from work and in-work assistance where needed.

The role emphasizes building a trusting relationship with the individual, demonstrating patience, and maintaining strict privacy and safety standards. Applicants should have experience with autism and mental health needs and be non-smokers or willing to refrain during work hours.

Qualifications

• Experience working with autism, mental health and selective mutism preferred.
• Patient and understanding demeanor with the ability to build trust.
• Reliable with good timekeeping and able to follow instructions or work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to assist the 21-year-old daughter in attending and traveling to work.
• Offer ongoing emotional support outside work hours to improve wellbeing and confidence.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Time management

English literacy

Job description

Independent Lives seeks a caring Support Worker to assist a 21-year-old daughter with practical and emotional support, including travel to and from work and in-work assistance where needed.

The role emphasizes building a trusting relationship with the individual, demonstrating patience, and maintaining strict privacy and safety standards. Applicants should have experience with autism and mental health needs and be non-smokers or willing to refrain during work hours.