Compassionate Support Worker – Help People Live Independently

AUTISM PLUS LIMITED; Thorne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at Chocolate Factory

BUPA Health Cash Plan

Blue Light Discount Card

Refer‑a‑Friend cash reward

GloSave access

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mileage reimbursement

Training and development

Meaningful role

Job summary

Autism Plus is seeking Support Workers to provide person-centered support to individuals with autism, learning disabilities and mental health conditions within our Thorne Supported Living services. You will help people live as independently as possible, pursue goals and engage with their local community.

The role offers 30 hours per week with full training provided and a fully paid 3-week induction. A full, clean driving licence is desirable to support flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience isn’t essential as we offer full training for the role.
• Commitment to a fully paid, full-time 3-week induction.
• Desirable: Full, clean Driving Licence.

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

Observant

Resilience

Communication

Job description

Autism Plus is seeking Support Workers to provide person-centered support to individuals with autism, learning disabilities and mental health conditions within our Thorne Supported Living services. You will help people live as independently as possible, pursue goals and engage with their local community.

The role offers 30 hours per week with full training provided and a fully paid 3-week induction. A full, clean driving licence is desirable to support flexible shifts.