Support Worker

Autism Plus; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK charity is seeking a Part-time Support Worker to provide compassionate support to individuals with autism and mental health conditions in Hull. The role involves assisting with daily tasks, offering emotional support, and promoting independence. Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant experience. This is a rewarding role that requires empathy and resilience.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

20% staff discount at Chocolate Factory

Access to BUPA Health Cash Plan

24/7 Colleague Assistance Helpline

Fully funded DBS check

Induction training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years support worker experience in a similar setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with vulnerable people.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in their home in accordance with Care Plans.
• Provide practical and emotional support to individuals.
• Support and monitor healthcare needs including medication administration.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Resilience

Compassion

Job description

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About Autism Plus
Autism Plus are a leading Yorkshire Charity supporting adults and young people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions and complex needs.

In 1986 the Charity was created by a group of parents looking for the very best support for their children who were about to leave a specialist school. Once they reached the age of 17, they found there was little or no support. The belief set by our founding parents, to empower more people to live independent, fulfilling lives remains our focus today.

We employ over 350 people across the north of England in care support services, employment support and social enterprise businesses.

About the Role: Part time - 12 hours a week.
Shifts Patterns: Shifts will vary across a 2 week rolling rota, may include evenings & weekends.
Essential: Must have a minimum of 2 years support worker experience in a similar setting.

Desired, but not essential: Full, clean Driving Licence.

Autism Plus are looking for Support Workers who are emphatic and compassionate to provide person centred support to individuals with Autism, leaning disabilities and mental health conditions within our Hull Supported Living Services. The role is incredibly rewarding as you will support individuals to live as independently as possible, empower them to identify their goals, pursue interests and hobbies, support health and well-being, and to be a part of their local community.

You must be able to commit to a fully paid, full time 3-week induction.

Key Responsibilities:

To assist individuals in their home in accordance with Care Plans and assess their skills and needs.

Provide practical support for individuals such as helping with household tasks.

Provide emotional support to individuals by talking to them and listening to their problems and concerns.

Understanding their communication needs and adapting communication to each individual.

To offer unconditional positive regard to individuals, to respect right to privacy and to ensure that their dignity is maintained at all times.

Assist in planning and pursuing agreed strategies to support and alleviate behaviour that presents challenge.

Supporting and monitoring their healthcare needs, including administering medication, where applicable.

We are looking for individuals who are:

Empathetic, observant, and resilient.

Compassionate and can appreciate the frustration, confusion and upset individuals may experience.

Take pride in doing a great job.

Enjoy helping others.

Happy assisting with domestic duties, cooking, providing personal care, attending appointments and social activities.

Able to communicate clearly and sensitively and remain calm when handling potentially difficult situations.

Able to communicate clearly and sensitively with vulnerable people and their families, and always adopt a person-centred approach.

What we offer:

Refer a friend scheme Payment of up to £250 for a referred friend being successful for a role and passing their probation period

20% staff discount to use within the Social Enterprise Chocolate Factory

Access to join the BUPA Health Cash Plan Scheme which offers cash back on health expenses

Access to Colleague Assistance Helpline 24/7

Fully funded DBS to the required level for the role

Induction Training for the role

The application process is simple and involves a short application form with a CV upload. If this role is something that interests you, and you feel you could make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!

As a disability organisation we are keen to ensure support is available at all stages for those that require this. If you have a disability and/or health condition and require any reasonable adjustments for the application/recruitment process please contact the HR team to discuss how we can support you (Email: [emailprotected] , or Telephone: [phone])