Support Worker- PBS & Autism

mirus Wales; Brecon; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care

Paid travel 45p per mile

Sleep-in & wake-in supplements

Training programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing Hub

DBS check paid for by Mirus

Annual leave 20 days + 8 bank holidays

Holiday entitlement increases to 29

Job summary

Mirus Wales is seeking a passionate PBS & Autism Support Worker to join our friendly team in Brecon, working 39 hours per week. You will provide personalised, person-centred support to an individual with complex needs, including autism and learning disabilities.

In this role you will promote independence, support daily routines, and help the person participate in activities they enjoy, while maintaining safeguarding and wellbeing at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Personal care and daily living support.
• Clear communication with the person supported and the team.
• Empathy and patient, respectful interaction.
• Ability to promote independence and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support with activities the person enjoys and new experiences.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meals, personal care, routines.
• Encourage relationships with family, friends and community.
• Collaborate with social care professionals to ensure quality support.
• Listen to preferences and help the person make choices.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Empathy

Community engagement

Teamwork

Education

QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

We are excited to welcome a passionate,enthusiastic and dedicated PBS & Autism Support Worker to join our friendly team in Brecon working 39 hours per week.

As a ComplexSupport Worker, you will provide personalised, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions and behaviours that may require additional support.

Youwill work closely with the person you support, taking the time to understand their unique communication style, individual needs, interests, preferences and aspirations. Your role will be to empower them to develop new skills, build meaningful relationships, access their local community and achieve greater independence.

We are looking for aconfident, caring and motivated individual who is passionate about making a positive difference to someone's life.

Youwill be supporting a vibrant young adult with a fantastic personality who enjoys an active and varied lifestyle. They love going for walks, bowling, visiting trampoline parks, listening to music and putting others' music knowledge to the test!

No two days are the same, asactivities are planned around their interests, choices and personal goals.

Routine, structure andconsistency are particularly important to the person you will be supporting. You will help maintain a well-planned daily routine that includes enjoyable activities, Active Support, opportunities to develop everyday life skills and meaningful experiences within the community.

Throughencouragement, patience and a positive approach, you will help build confidence, promote independence and support their overall health and wellbeing.

This is a rewardingopportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference, support someone to explore new opportunities and help them live a happy, fulfilling and meaningful life.

Essentialrequirement: A full, valid UK driving licence.

About Mirus

For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.

Wesupport people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.

We know thatpeople have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.

Everything we do is guided by our values:Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.

What You'll Do

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Support people to do the things they enjoy, try new experiences, and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal preparation, personal care, and maintaining routines.
• Encourage and support people to strengthen relationships with family, friends, and their community.
• Work alongside professionals such as social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure people receive the best support.
• Listen to the people you support and support them to make choices about their lives.

Why Join Us?

We value our staff and offer:

• A fully funded and supported QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).
• Paidwork-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
• Extra pay for sleep-in and wake-in shifts – one of the highest rates in Wales.
• A full training programmewith opportunities for development and career progression.
• A Cycle to Work Scheme.
• A Wellbeing Hub tosupport your health and wellbeing.
• Registration with Social Care Wales and DBS check paid for by Mirus.
• The holidayentitlement is 20 days (pro rata). In addition to this you will receive 8 bank/public holidays within the entitlement year running from April- March.
• The annual holidayentitlement increases by 1 day a year on the first full month after your 12 months service to maximum of 29

If you want to make a difference and help people live good lives, we'd love to hear from you.