Support Assistant

Comfort Care Services Limited; Woking; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Company Pension Scheme

Mileage paid

Car insurance paid

DBS paid

Paid training

Job summary

Comfort Care Services Limited is seeking a Support Assistant to deliver service user–centred support in line with management direction and company procedures. The role involves assisting managers and senior staff in daily operations of supported housing units and delivering physical and mental health support to service users.

You will work to implement each service user's support plan, maintain confidentiality, and comply with company policies and DBS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Manager, Team Leader and Senior Staff in day to day operations of supported housing unit(s)
• Maximisation of SU interests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders; and implementation of each SU's support plan
• Safeguarding the rights and dignity of each SU; fostering a positive environment in which SUs are actively engaged
• Conducting daily assessment of SUs' mental and physical state; updating associated records and informing management
• Supporting SUs to build their confidence, self esteem and their ability to manage their mental health symptoms
• Promoting SUs' health and assisting in their accurate medication
• Promoting SU hygiene and personal presentation
• Supporting SUs with developing social skills and future independent living
• Supporting SUs with daily living skills and domestic chores
• Scheduling and attending appointments and daytime activities for SUs
• Encouraging and motivating SUs into employment, voluntary work and/or education
• Maintaining the cleanliness, quality, security and safety of each home and individual service user accommodation

Job description

ob Description: Support Assistant

Responsible To: Service Manager/Team Leader or other Manager as designated by the company

Short Description:

The Support Assistant is responsible for delivering Service User centred support in accordance with management direction and in compliance with company processes and procedures.

Summary of Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate depending on experience
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata for part time hours)
• Full time and part time shifts available
• Company Pension Scheme Mileage paid for business use
• Car business insurance paid
• Enhanced Adult Workforce DBS paid
• Paid training - mandatory and care certificates

Specific Duties:

• Supporting the Manager, Team Leader and Senior Staff in day to day operations of supported housing unit(s)
• Maximisation of SU interests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders; and implementation of each SUs support plan
• Safeguarding the rights and dignity of each SU Fostering of a positive environment in which SUs are actively engaged
• Conducting daily assessment of SUs mental and physical state; updating associated records and informing management
• Supporting SUs to build their confidence, self esteem and their ability to manage their mental health symptoms
• Personal delivery of physical and mental support to SUs
• Promoting SUs health and assist in their accurate medication
• Promoting SUs hygiene and personal presentation
• Supporting SUs with developing social skills and future independent living
• Supporting SUs with their daily living skills and domestic chores
• Supporting SUs with scheduling and attending appointments and day time activities.
• Supporting SUs to use public transport.
• Encouraging and motivating SUs into employment, voluntary work and/or education
• Maintaining the cleanliness, quality, security and safety of each home and individual service user accommodation.

Generic Duties:

• The maintenance of confidentiality of all information unless otherwise permitted by management
• Full compliance with company's vision, values, policies and procedures
• Compliance with legislation and GSCC Code of Conduct as reflected in company procedures
• Undergo training and professional development as directed by the company