Overnight Support Worker (Asleep)

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Overnight Support Worker to assist a vibrant individual in Surrey. This role involves providing support during the night, ensuring safety, and fostering community connections. The ideal candidate will possess strong observational skills and the ability to follow specific protocols, creating a positive environment for the individual. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in someone's life while working in a supportive team. If you are reliable, responsible, and passionate about helping others, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with complex behaviors.
• Ability to follow support protocols and programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with nightly routines and medication administration.
• Communicate concerns to management and staff.

Skills

Observation Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Creative Thinking

Education

Experience with Complex Behaviors

Mandt or NVCI Certification

Computer Proficiency

Tools

Email

Word Processing Software

Job description

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Overnight Support Worker (Asleep), Surrey

Client:

Spectrum Society for Community Living

Location:

Surrey, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

2664ad51c686

Job Views:

15

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

Seeking a caring individual to be present overnight to assist and support a man who lives in the Newton area of Surrey.

GA is an energetic and fun guy to be around. He loves keeping busy, going to movies, swimming, going for walks and feeding ducks, watching airplanes at the airport, and WWE. He needs someone with a calm presence who can help him connect with his community and assist with his daily life and activities. He is close with his family, who are a big part of his network.

The successful candidate will have keen and accurate observation and assessment skills, be a quick study, able to follow instructions, and intuit what needs to be done. Must work effectively as a team member, participate in staff meetings, and genuinely connect with families.

This position suits someone with good boundaries and experience supporting someone who expresses himself with complex behaviors, as well as someone who is reliable and responsible. Successful hiring will depend on a successful interview with GA's family.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist Gary when he is ready to go to bed
• Double check medication administration
• Assist/Respond if he gets up through the night
• Complete documentation
• Communicate concerns/issues to manager and fellow staff

Location

Surrey

Reports to

Manager

Rate of Pay

Sleep Night: $17.75/hour to $18.20/hour

Probation

3 Months

Driving Requirement

Driving not required

Preferred Training or Experience

• Prior experience with supporting someone who expresses himself with complex behaviours to meet his needs.
• Ability to comprehend and follow support protocols and programs.
• Mandt or NVCI certification
• Very clear and effective communication skills.
• Excellent observational skills.
• Creative thinker, able to think several steps ahead.

Specific Training or Experience Required

• Supporting people with acquired brain injuries.
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and engage others.
• Computer proficiency (email, Word, internet usage)

Expected Hours of Work

Sunday-Thursday 10:30pm - 08:30am