Support Workers

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Worcester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Holiday Entitlement

Brilliant Pension Scheme

Professional Learning & Development

Equality & Diversity

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council is recruiting Support Workers for the Resource Centre, which supports individuals with complex learning disabilities, physical needs, mental health and autism. You will help with personal care and daily living tasks while encouraging independence and community participation.

You should be flexible, enthusiastic and able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing. Previous care experience is an advantage; you will work as part of a supportive team and have

Qualifications

• Previous experience of supporting people with care and support needs.
• Understanding of the needs and rights of people with learning disabilities.
• Able to use own initiative and work well in a team.
• Flexible and enthusiastic with good verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with activities of daily living.
• Support access to community activities and promote social inclusion.

Skills

Communication skills

Recording skills

Computer skills

Job description

Do you want to make a difference to someone's life? Do you have the enthusiasm and passion to enhance the lives of the individuals we support? Are you flexible, understanding, considerate to others and able to use your own initiative? Our enthusiastic and experienced team are looking for Support Workers. THE SERVICE: The Resource Centre supports individuals with complex Learning Disabilities, Physical needs, Mental Health, Autism and other related health and social care needs. To help with this we incorporate health action plans, eating and drinking plans, behaviour management plans, epilepsy plans and robust risk assessments just to name a few. We provide a range of support and assistance with personal care to general day to day support with activities of daily living, emotional, psychological, practical, and social support with the aim of meeting the individual's chosen outcomes and promoting their independence. Some individuals are very mobile, some use wheelchairs or walking aids, so moving and handling will be required at times. Support to ensure they can participate in meaningful activities is important to us. We like to ensure our individuals engage in chosen activities and enjoy engaging with the community, encouraging social inclusion.

You will need to be flexible and enthusiastic, with an ability to communicate both verbally and written. Good recording skills are essential. Computer skills advantageous. Previous experience of supporting people with care and support needs and an understanding of the needs and rights of people with learning disabilities is an advantage. We welcome applications from people who are able to use their own initiative but who are also excellent team players. You will have a can-do attitude with an ability to support and enable individuals to access a wide range of community activities. Have a willingness to learn and attend relevant training., While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you. Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives! With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you're successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.