Support Worker required for a lady in Gilesgate, Durham

UKCIL; North East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A support services organization is seeking a Support Worker for a lady in Gilesgate, Durham. The role includes supporting her with grocery shopping and swimming, focusing on building her self-confidence. The position is part-time, requiring 4 hours per week, flexible on weekday mornings. Essential criteria include swimming ability and access to a car with proper insurance. Experience with mental health individuals is desirable. An Enhanced DBS will be required, with costs covered by the employer.

Qualifications

• Willingness and ability to swim alongside the client.
• Access to a car and relevant business insurance.
• Experience or training in supporting mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support Sarah to travel to the supermarket and build her confidence.
• Accompany Sarah to the swimming pool and provide emotional support.

Skills

Experience with individuals who struggle with mental health

Ability to swim

Driving with relevant business insurance

Job description

Support Worker required for a lady in Gilesgate, Durham

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 8e205e99

Support Worker required to support Sarah (aged 44 years) who lives in Gilesgate, Durham.

Sarah is usually an outgoing person but has lost a lot of self-confidence recently. Sarah has a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder and experiences thought broadcasting and constant voice hearing. Sarah requires support to build up her confidence in accessing the community; particularly in going swimming and grocery shopping.

Hours /Wage

4 hours per week £13 per hour

This would consist of 2 x 2 hour slots each week. These would need to be on weekday mornings, preferably on Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays.

Duties

• Support Sarah to travel to the local supermarket, and support her to complete grocery shopping and build Sarah’s confidence to do so independently.
• Support Sarah to attend the local swimming pool and swim alongside her, providing emotional support if required.

Additional Requirements/Information

Essential Criteria

• Someone who is willing and able to swim alongside Sarah.
• Someone who has access to a car, can drive and has the relevant business insurance.

Desirable Criteria

• Someone who has training in or experience working with individuals who struggle with their mental health.

Enhanced DBS will be required, employer will cover the cost.

Key Responsibilities

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com