Compassionate Support Worker for Autistic Adults

AUTISM PLUS LIMITED; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

20% discount at Chocolate Factory

Health cash plan

Blue Light Discount Card

Refer-a-Friend bonus

GloSave savings support

Company pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Mileage reimbursement

Training & development

Job summary

Autism Plus in Hull is seeking compassionate Support Workers to provide person-centred support to individuals with autism, learning disabilities and mental health conditions in Hull Supported Living Services. This is a 0 hour contract with shifts covering days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

No prior experience required as full training is provided; a fully paid, 3-week induction is offered. The role offers meaningful daily impact and empowerment of service users.

Qualifications

• Empathy and resilience are essential.
• Clear communication with vulnerable individuals is required.
• Ability to adapt to individual care plans and needs.

Responsibilities

• To assist individuals in their home in accordance with Care Plans and assess their skills and needs.
• Provide practical support for individuals such as helping with household tasks.
• Provide emotional support to individuals by talking to them and listening to their problems and concerns.
• Understanding their communication needs and adapting communication to each individual.
• To offer unconditional positive regard to individuals, to respect right to privacy and to ensure that their dignity is maintained at all times.
• Assist in planning and pursuing agreed strategies to support and alleviate behaviour that presents challenge.
• Supporting and monitoring their healthcare needs, including administering medication, where applicable.

Skills

Empathy

Observation

Resilience

Communication

Job description

Autism Plus in Hull is seeking compassionate Support Workers to provide person-centred support to individuals with autism, learning disabilities and mental health conditions in Hull Supported Living Services. This is a 0 hour contract with shifts covering days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

No prior experience required as full training is provided; a fully paid, 3-week induction is offered. The role offers meaningful daily impact and empowerment of service users.