Residential Support Worker - LD and Autism

Longmoor Care Ltd; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional Holiday entitlement

Pension

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive Rates of Pay

Job summary

Longmoor Care Ltd is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to assist residents with learning disabilities and autism in a supportive home setting.

You will deliver compassionate personal care, support daily activities, and maintain detailed records while working with a multidisciplinary team to promote residents' wellbeing and safety. This role requires flexibility to cover evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with individuals with LD and Autism is essential.
• A compassionate and patient approach when working with vulnerable individuals.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
• Adherence to safeguarding and health & safety policies and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of health and social care practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support according to individual care plans.
• Assist residents with daily living activities such as meal preparation, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Create a safe and supportive environment for residents at all times.
• Engage residents in recreational and social activities to promote their wellbeing.
• Monitor and report any changes in residents' behavior or health to the management team.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and families to ensure holistic care for residents.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of residents' progress and care plans.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Health & Safety

Job description

Longmoor Care, a reputable company in the accounting industry, is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker with experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities (LD) and Autism. In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing compassionate care and support to residents in a residential setting. This is an excellent opportunity for those who are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support according to individual care plans.
• Assist residents with daily living activities such as meal preparation, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Create a safe and supportive environment for residents at all times.
• Engage residents in recreational and social activities to promote their wellbeing.
• Monitor and report any changes in residents' behavior or health to the management team.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and families to ensure holistic care for residents.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of residents' progress and care plans.

• Previous experience working with individuals with LD and Autism is essential.
• A compassionate and patient approach when working with vulnerable individuals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
• Adherence to policies and procedures related to safeguarding and health & safety.
• Basic knowledge of health and social care practices.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.

• Additional Holiday entitlement
• Pension
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive Rates of Pay