Support Worker - Mental Health & Learning Disabilities

LDA Care Limited; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

Weekly pay

Pension Enrolment

Free training

Paid holiday

Ongoing Training / Coaching

Opportunities to progress & develop

Job summary

LDA Care Limited in Hyburn, United Kingdom, is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist four individuals with mental health needs in a supported living setting. You will support daily living, personal care, medication, and risk assessments, following PBS plans and care plans.

Join a committed team including the service manager, team leaders and PBS practitioner, with 12-hour shifts (days/nights) and a 36-hour contract.

Qualifications

• Ability to facilitate and implement individualised PBS strategies.
• Follow and understand person-centred care plans and risk assessments.
• Demonstrate resilience to support individuals with daily life and regulate emotions.
• Promote active support approaches.
• Understand mental health and how to support people with a mental health diagnosis.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs: severe autism, learning disabilities and mental health conditions.
• Develop positive relationships, set boundaries and standards.
• Kind, caring and patient attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support individuals with medication following care plans and PBS guidance.
• Work as part of a dedicated team including service manager, team leaders and PBS practitioner.
• Promote community inclusion and positive risk-taking.
• Maintain a safe, supportive home environment and record ongoing needs.

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

LDA Care Limited in Hyburn, United Kingdom, is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist four individuals with mental health needs in a supported living setting. You will support daily living, personal care, medication, and risk assessments, following PBS plans and care plans.

Join a committed team including the service manager, team leaders and PBS practitioner, with 12-hour shifts (days/nights) and a 36-hour contract.