Support Workers - Burgess Hill

Royal Mencap Society; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A support services organization in Burgess Hill is seeking compassionate Support Workers to help individuals live independently and engage with their community. The role involves managing household tasks, promoting positive relationships, and providing personal care when required. Ideal candidates will demonstrate flexibility and excellent communication skills, with a preference for drivers. A competitive benefits package including annual leave and discounts is offered.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Discounts at leading high-street retailers

Access to health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with varying needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships.
• Flexibility to work different shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support people in managing budgets and household tasks.
• Assist individuals in participating in community activities.
• Provide personal care as needed.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Relationship building

Job description

We are looking for a positive, compassionate, and caring Support Workers to join our team in Burgess Hill on a full time, permanent basis, where we support five people in supported living.

Two of the people we support require support in the community, the other three are fully independent but may sometime need the same support. They can all communicate verbally and do not require personal care.

We would prefer you to be a driver but it's not essential.

The people within the service have a busy schedule and love to be out and about but will require support when going out in the community. The adults we support enjoy a variety of hobbies and activities.

We use a dynamic approach to enable the people we support to communicate through alternative tools and methods, such as using Makaton or a photo translation book.

As a Support Worker, flexibility is key for both yourself and for the service, you may be required to work a variety of different shifts throughout the week, including mornings, evenings, sleep ins and weekends.

What does a Support Worker do?

As a Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will help to ensure the people we support live a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life.

• Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
• Excellent communication skills and Relationship building – supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
• Community & Social Inclusion - supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality.
• Personal care - helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.

What we offer:

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)
• Discounts at leading high-street retailers
• Access to health cash plans
• Interest-free loans
• And many more exciting offerings

Mencap is committed to being an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from everyone. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support and expect all employees to share this commitment.