Support Worker

Autism Plus; Thorne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity supporting individuals with autism and complex needs is looking for empathetic Support Workers to provide person-centred support within their supported living service. No experience is essential as full training will be offered. The role includes assisting individuals with daily living, emotional and healthcare support. Candidates must be compassionate and resilient, ready to help individuals live independently and participate in the community. This position offers a rewarding environment and a 35-hour work week.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

20% staff discount

Blue light discount card

BUPA Health Cash Plan Scheme access

Colleague Assistance Helpline

Fully funded DBS

Induction Training

Qualifications

• Ability to provide person-centred support.
• Experience isn't essential as full training is provided.
• Commitment to a fully paid, full-time 3-week induction.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in their home according to Care Plans.
• Provide practical and emotional support to individuals.
• Monitor healthcare needs and administer medication if necessary.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Resilience

Compassion

Job description

Overview

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 parents to provide the best support for young people leaving specialist school. The founding belief to empower 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

Shifts Patterns: 35 hours

Desirable but not essential: Full, clean driving licence.

We are looking for Support Workers who are empathetic and compassionate to provide person-centred support to individuals with autism, learning disabilities and mental health conditions within our supported living service. The role is rewarding as you will help individuals live as independently as possible, identify their goals, pursue interests and hobbies, support health and well-being, and participate in their local community.

Experience isn’t essential as we offer full training for the role. 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.
• Understand their communication needs and adapt 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.
• Support and monitor 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.

How to Apply

The application process is simple and involves a short application form with a CV upload. If this role 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: [e-mail], or Telephone: [phone]).

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
• Blue light discount card
• Access to join the BUPA Health Cash Plan Scheme which offers cashback 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