Specialist Support Worker- Female Only

Compassionate Care Group Ltd

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 17,000 - 19,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Up to 28 days holiday pay

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Job summary

Compassionate Care Group is seeking a Specialist Support Worker to join our new service in Ellenbrook, Salford, working full-time on a 4 on 4 off rota. The role is female-only and supports a young lady with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs in her own home and local community.

You will provide person-centred care, promote independence, attend appointments, assist with daily activities and record progress, while communicating effectively with family and professionals.

Qualifications

Experience supporting individuals with Autism or Learning Disabilities is essential.
Driver's license and access to a car is essential.
Excellent communication skills and empathy are required.

Responsibilities

Support client with learning disability and health needs.
Develop life skills and personal interests.
Attend health appointments and assist with medications.
Arrange and support structured activities at home and in the community.
Document progress and work with family and others to set goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Driver's license

Education

Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Compassionate Care is a leading provider of diverse services throughout the UK, dedicated to supporting individuals with complex needs and learning disabilities. Our comprehensive offerings encompass supported living, residential emergency accommodation, and specialized step-down services for mental health care.

At Compassionate Care, our mission is to instigate profound and enduring transformations in the lives of both adults and children. We empower those under our care to embrace independence and lead fulfilling lives, always upholding principles of dignity, autonomy, and self-worth.

Driven by a commitment to excellence, we aspire to emerge as the most trusted and esteemed name in the care sector. We are resolute in our dedication to delivering reliable, compassionate support while setting unparalleled standards of service quality in the UK.

Join us at Compassionate Care and be a part of a team that is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Come and Join out New Service in Ellenbrook

Specialist Support Worker Role- FEMALE ONLY

Full-time position working both days and nights. 2 Days on 2 Nights on and then 4 off rolling rota.

You will provide support to our client in her own home and local area in Salford. Compassionate Care Group provide personalised support to people with complex needs which include Mental Health needs, Autism, and Learning Disabilities. You will provide positive and proactive support to enable our client to engage in varied activities, learn new skills and promote her independence.

You will have a fun and engaging, yet caring and calm interaction style, with the ability to tune into and adapt to our client’s needs. You must be self-motivated and person-centred with the ability to put plans into action and ensure the quality of support provided is consistent with current legislation.You must have excellent communication skills.

This is a highly rewarding position, with the opportunity to have a significant positive impact. You will need to think on your feet, be reliable and punctual, as the young lady you support will be relying on you to help her live her best life!

Working hours/pattern

We have Full Time contracts available - 4 on 4 off to join our Days Team at £13 per hour

You will be working on a rolling rota that will include week days, weekends, Bank Holidays, and other religious festivals.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting our client, a young lady who has Learning Disability and health needs
Developing our client’s life skills and personal interests
Supporting our client’s health needs to be met by attending health appointments, liaising with professionals and supporting with medication
Arranging and supporting a structured and varied plan of activities in the home and in the local community, which includes support to attend vocational and leisure opportunities
Supporting our client in developing her skills and promoting her
independence
Working collaboratively with the young lady, her family and other key people to identify goals and documenting progress.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous work or personal experience of supporting individuals with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities is ESSENTIAL
Driver's licence and access to a car- ESSENTIAL
Have a natural sense of empathy and good common sense.
Will have exceptional communication skills and are understanding of others who may display behaviours of concern
Have good organisational skills and ability to think outside the box
Will be a driver and have access to your own car.
Experience of Positive Behaviour Support is desirable, although not essential
Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care or willing to work towards

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