Support Worker - Chesterfield

Royal Mencap Society; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join their Chesterfield service. This part-time role involves providing compassionate support to individuals, helping them live independently and engage with their community. You'll be instrumental in fostering positive relationships and ensuring a dignified life for those you support. With a commitment to training and development, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. Join a team that champions equality and inclusion, and embark on a fulfilling career that empowers others.

Benefits

24 Days Annual Leave

Pension Options

Holiday Buying Options

Ongoing Training and Development

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a caring nature are essential.
• Experience in supporting individuals with challenging behaviour is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to live independently, manage budgets, and maintain their homes.
• Assist with personal care and promote positive relationships.

Skills

Communication Skills

Caring and Patient Personality

Experience with Challenging Behaviour

Education

Training in Positive Behaviour Support

Job description

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Service based in Chesterfield on a permanent basis, part time basis (30 hours per week).

Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings and sleep ins, weekends and bank holidays. The ability to work in the evening and at weekends is a requirement for this position.

About the Service

We are currently support one gentleman and one young lady and we have a team of up to support workers working at this Service. The people we support enjoys being out in the community and in particular visiting the shops, going to pub and doing things in the community.

The people we support at this Service may show challenging behaviour, so experience with this would be ideal. However, previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided, including full positive behaviour support training.

What does a Support Worker do?

As a Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will help to ensure the people we support live a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life. You will have excellent communication skills and be a naturally caring and patient personality. Typical responsibilities may include:

• Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
• Relationship building – supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
• Community & Social Inclusion - supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality.
• Personal care - helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.

*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Job ID: 33692

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options .
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

About Mencap

Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.

Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!