Learning Disabilities Support Worker

CONIX RDBM Architects; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Learning Disabilities Support Worker to provide essential care to individuals facing mental health challenges. In this rewarding role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement personalized care plans that foster independence and well-being. Your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of service users, helping them navigate their mental health journeys. This position offers opportunities for career growth and development within a supportive environment, where your skills and dedication will be valued. Join a dynamic team committed to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime opportunities

Comprehensive training programs

24-hour on-call support

Career progression opportunities

Funded DBS applications

Free Uniform

Employee discount opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as a Mental Health Support Worker.
• Experience with epilepsy care and managing mild learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with mental health conditions.
• Assist with daily living activities and build trusting relationships.

Skills

Mental Health Support

Communication Skills

Empathy

Crisis Management

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Learning Disabilities Support Worker

Location: Doncaster, UK

Salary: Starting from £13.52 per hour + Holiday Pay

Employment Type: Temporary, various hours, this includes day shifts and night shifts

About Us: NL Group are a leading Recruitment Agency, specialising in the Health and Social care industry. With an experienced team holding over 20 years recruitment experience we have a proven track record of delivering for all our clients’ and candidate’s needs.

Role Overview: As a Learning Disabilities Support Worker, you will provide vital care and support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored care plans, helping service users manage their mental health and achieve their personal goals. Your role will be pivotal in promoting independence, dignity, and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide direct support to individuals with mental health conditions, both in residential settings and within the community.
2. Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication management.
3. Build trusting relationships with clients, offering emotional support and encouragement.
4. Support clients in developing coping strategies, life skills, and accessing community resources.
5. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement personalized care plans.
6. Monitor and document client progress, reporting any concerns to senior staff or healthcare professionals.
7. Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all clients.

About You:

1. Previous experience in a Mental Health Support Worker role for at least 6 months.
2. Previous experience with Epilepsy care and management is essential and experience with the administration of Buccal Midazolam is desirable.
3. Previous experience with supporting Mild learning disabilities, autism and PDA is essential.
4. Any restraint training/violence prevention training qualifications are desirable but not required.
5. Relevant qualifications in Health and Social Care or Mental Health (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3) are an advantage.
6. Compassionate, patient, and empathetic with a strong commitment to supporting individuals with mental health needs.
7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team.
8. Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging situations with sensitivity.
9. A proactive and positive approach to supporting service users.
10. A valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle is essential.

What We Offer:

1. Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime.
2. Comprehensive training and development programs, including a full day introductory onsite training for complex care which we pay you to complete.
3. We provide you with a 24 hour on-call operated internally by our care coordinators and registered managers who have experience in care to support you when working.
4. Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.
5. We fund any DBS applications for successful candidates.
6. Free Uniform.
7. Employee discount opportunities such as eligibility for a Blue light card.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We are a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

As you would expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

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