Female Direct Payment Worker for Autism & Community Activities

Driffield Infant School; Hessle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

East Riding Council advertises an external vacancy for a Direct Payment Worker to support a young person with needs. The role involves personal care, enabling participation in community activities, and accompanying to social events, with emphasis on privacy and dignity.

Due to a genuine occupational requirement, a female worker is preferred. DBS/reference checks are required; travel across East Riding may be necessary and access arrangements will be provided by the local authority.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates empathy, compassion and person-centred approach.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with the young person.
• Patience and resilience to support learning and development.
• Proactive and able to work on own initiative.
• Flexible to accommodate varying hours and duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care.
• Help the individual access activities and spend time in the community.
• Attend/transport the individual to social activities.
• Encourage social interaction and provide emotional support.

Skills

Empathy

Clear communication

Patience

Initiative

Flexibility

Job description

East Riding Council advertises an external vacancy for a Direct Payment Worker to support a young person with needs. The role involves personal care, enabling participation in community activities, and accompanying to social events, with emphasis on privacy and dignity.

Due to a genuine occupational requirement, a female worker is preferred. DBS/reference checks are required; travel across East Riding may be necessary and access arrangements will be provided by the local authority.