Support Worker Young children and adults

Key Health; Wendy; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A care provider organization in the UK seeks dedicated individuals to provide high levels of personal and social care for young people. You will assist with care plans, ensure the safety and well-being of those in your care, and actively participate in training and supervision. A supportive and secure environment is a priority. Ideal candidates will have experience in caregiving and a commitment to the well-being of young individuals.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal and social care to young individuals.
• Ability to work within Individual Care Plans and Individual Education Plans.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in achieving goals outlined in care plans.
• Safeguard the well-being and safety of individuals in care.
• Participate in mandatory training and staff supervision.

Job description

To provide the highest level of care for the young person you are working with, which includes providing for their personal care needs, their social care needs and supporting them to attend day to day activities.

Key Duties

• To support the person in your care to work to goals identified within Individual Care Plans, and Individual Education Plans,
• To follow policies and procedures at all times.
• To work and behave in a way that supports the provision of a safe, secure and happy environment for the young people and colleagues.
• To maintain records for each individual and to provide support with creating and regularly updating individuals care and support plans so they remain meaningful and accessible.
• To safeguard the health, well-being and safety of disabled young people and adults and if concerns arise, to immediately report these concerns in line with policies and procedures.
• To contribute towards capacity assessments and best interest decisions
• To provide support which ensures individuals spiritual, cultural and religious choices are met and that they have the opportunity to participate in and access community facilities.
• To actively participate in all mandatory training and in regular staff supervision and development processes in line with policies and procedures.
• To undertake any other tasks, duties or projects of this post and as directed by the designated line manager.
• These duties may be added to or deleted from, and may be subject to change.
• To undertake the role of Keyworker/ co-Keyworker.
• Continue to develop new skills and experience in the role such as; supporting and mentoring colleagues in probation, attending to the administration of medication, and undertaking additional responsibilities to support the effectiveness of the team