Support Worker/Befriender (Male) - BB

Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN); Ayr; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN) in Ayr is seeking two Male Support Workers to befriend and support a 34 year old man living in his own home. You will provide day-time support, personal care, mobility assistance, and help with diary planning and monthly reporting.

The client uses a wheelchair and has mobility needs and learning disabilities; some work may be in the employer’s home, and flexibility with shifts is essential.

Qualifications

• Be able to befriending and provide supportive care
• Maintain strict confidentiality around the employer and personal information
• Demonstrate flexibility with shifts and responsibilities
• Good communication and professionalism in daily reporting

Responsibilities

• Provide day-time support and personal care
• Assist with mobility and health-related activities
• Help with diary planning and monthly reporting
• Support attendance at local social activities and outings
• Assist with shopping and household tasks as needed

Skills

Befriend & support

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Good communication

Job description

Company: Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN)

Hours: Variable - to be discussed at interview

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Support Worker/Befriender (Male) - BB

Male Support Workers (x 2) required to befriend and support a 34 year old man who lives in his own home in Ayr. Applicants must have a genuine passion for providing excellent care and support and can demonstrate professionalism and commitment. You will provide support throughout the day, personal care and various health activities to support wellbeing. Some basic admin skills required to assist in diary planning and daily/monthly reporting. The gentleman has mobility issues and learning disabilities. He uses a wheelchair when out and about and requires significant assistance with manoeuvring this.

Some of the care and support you will assist with is provided within the employer’s home therefore, confidentiality and respect for the employer’s privacy is of the upmost importance.

Tasks the Support Worker will be required to undertake will vary according to the employer’s needs

SOCIAL SUPPORT:

May include assistance to attend the local swimming pool on a regular basis therefore applicants must be good swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Assistance to attend other social events as required including going to football games / going for a walk / days out / cinema / socialising.

HOUSEHOLD TASKS:

May include preparing breakfast, lunch and evening meal making hot drinks / snacks. A small amount of cleaning, eg ensuring surfaces are cleaned and dishes washed and put away after meals.

GENERAL TASKS:

May include going to the local shops/assisting me with my shopping.

The above post is subject to the following:

There is 5.6 weeks A/L x contracted hrs, per annum attached to the post inclusive of Public Holidays. Must be flexible as shifts will vary week to week in line with employer’s needs. Will also be required to help out when other staff are off on leave or sick. Job Descriptions are set around the employer’s needs, as is the rota and either may change in the future according to support needs.

Employer has his own vehicle and drivers with current clean driver’s licence preferred.

Successful applicant will be required to provide 2 up to date reference contacts as well as undergo a new or update of the Protection of Vulnerable groups Disclosure.

There is a 6 month probationary period attached to the post, with a 1 weeks’ notice within this time if the post is not working out.

Previous experience in a caring role would be advantageous but not necessary. This post would be suitable for someone local due to some late finishing times.

**PLEASE NOTE THAT AILN ARE NOT THE EMPLOYERS. WE ARE A SUPPORT & MAILBOX SERVICE FOR INDIVIDUAL PERSONAL EMPLOYERS AND HAVE NO INPUT INTO WHOM THEY DECIDE TO EMPLOY***

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