Support Worker

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Goole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate and dedicated carers to provide essential support to individuals with additional needs. This role involves assisting with personal care, medication management, and meal preparation, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, patient, and possess excellent communication skills to foster positive relationships. Join a team that values independence and inclusion, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you care for. If you are passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience caring for individuals with additional needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships and support the individual.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and medication.
• Meal preparation and domestic tasks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Proactivity

Flexibility

Experience with Additional Needs

Education

Caregiving Certification

Job description

This is an external vacancy and is not employment with East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

We are looking for 2 to 3 carers to provide care and support and to ensure we have sufficient cover. 12 hours per week Monday - Sunday following: 9am – 9.30 start for the morning calls and around 5pm for the Tea time calls.

About the recipient

The individual is female and is 51 years old and resides in Goole they require a dedicated and suitable person to support them due to having osteoarthritis which she suffers pain head to toe and has very limited movement. Lady has

• chronic Ashma
• COPD
• dysphagia ( food must be cut in to thin pieces to prevent chocking)
• Diabetes

Lady likes/enjoys talking to friends, watching films. Likes to have choices in bedding, food, drinks etc. Lady does not like her doors been shut due to past trauma so these must always stay open.

About the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Meal preparation and some domestic tasks.
• Assisting the individual with medication.
• Assisting with personal care.

Female workers only due to personal care.

About the candidate

Lady is very outgoing, that suffers alot of pain. She loves talking with her friends and daughter. Lady is confined to bed due to her disability and suffers mental health as the pain can get alot aswell as been bed bound. Lady likes to have her own decision when it comes to bedding and food. Lady is cared for quite differently due to her been in pain things have to be done gentle and to be explained to her. Sometimes Lady might be quiet as the pain can get alot.

The suitable candidate must:

• Be motivated, proactive and able to work on their own initiative.
• Be patient, caring and understanding.
• Have good communication skills (clear and effective communication).
• Be able to build a positive relationship with the individual to both encourage and support them.
• Have previous experience caring for an individual with additional needs.
• Be flexible to accommodate the hours of work where necessary.
• Be a team player and able to work effectively alongside another carer.
• Be comfortable with animals as there are 2 indoor cats in the household

DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post – Cost to be met by the local authority.

The Direct Payments Support Service is an in-house service provided by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council. The service promotes independent choice and inclusion, allowing our service users to employ their own care and support as needed. We support many individuals with varying abilities, assisting with advertising and recruitment for a range of roles including support workers, carers and personal assistants.

Genuine occupancy reason

A genuine occupational requirement for a female worker exists for this post under the Equality Act 2010 due to privacy and decency.

DBS/Medical check

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check.

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