Support Worker

Social Care and Education; St Albans; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in St Albans is seeking experienced Support Workers to assist adults with mental health needs in a supported living environment. As a Support Worker, you will promote independence and improve quality of life through tailored care. Ideal candidates will have CPI or PMVA training and experience in similar settings. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals requiring support.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience working with individuals with mental health needs or challenging behaviour.
• Comfortable providing personal care and assisting with daily living tasks.
• Reliable, compassionate, and committed to promoting independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.
• Promote positive behaviour and de-escalate challenging situations.

Skills

CPI or PMVA training

Experience with mental health needs

Personal care assistance

Compassionate and reliable

Job description

About the Role

We are currently seeking experienced Support Workers to join our dedicated team supporting adults with mental health needs and challenging behaviour in a supported living setting.

You will play an important role in promoting independence and improving the quality of life for the people we support through person-centred care and consistent support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support tailored to individual needs
• Assist with personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration
• Support individuals with daily routines and community activities
• Maintain accurate records and complete daily reports
• Promote positive behaviour and de-escalate challenging situations using CPI or PMVA techniques
• Work effectively as part of a team and follow care and support plans

Requirements

• CPI or PMVA training (current and valid- prefered)
• Minimum six months experience working with individuals with mental health needs or challenging behaviour
• Experience in a supported living environment
• Comfortable providing personal care and assisting with daily living tasks
• Reliable, compassionate, and committed to promoting independence