Wellbeing and Community Navigator

Turning Point UK; Warwick; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays 29-31 days

Job summary

Turning Point UK is seeking a Wellbeing and Community Navigator to support people with Learning Disabilities in Warwickshire. You will provide information, one-to-one wellbeing sessions, and group workshops, helping service users gain life skills and independent living.

The role involves signposting to local services, building community links, and travel across the region. A driving licence and own vehicle are required; shift pattern is Mon-Fri 9-5 with some evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Learning Disabilities and Autism is essential.
• Passionate, caring and enthusiastic; flexible, patient and non-judgmental.
• Strong communication, problem-solving skills and a proactive team player.
• Driving licence and own vehicle required for travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide information and advice in 1 to 1 drop-in sessions.
• Facilitate wellbeing sessions and develop individual wellbeing plans.
• Run group wellbeing workshops and contribute to service improvements.
• Signpost to local services and community activities.
• Build regional links and refer service users to opportunities.

Skills

Knowledge of learning disabilities and

Autism awareness

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team player

Driving licence

Job description

Job IntroductionAt Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England.As a Wellbeing and Community Navigator, you will make a real difference to peoples' lives as you improve their daily living skills. Passionate about people, you will enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress with us.Where will I be working?Our Warwickshire Wellbeing Service provides advice, information, support and workshops to people with Learning Disabilities and Autism in Warwickshire over the age of 16. We support our service users to make positive changes and to lead more independent lives. Activity will take place in a variety of community settings where people can access short-term 1-1 support, attend workshops and pop in for advice and information. Activity will also be through accessible alternatives including face to face contact, via the telephone or online.The Wellbeing and Community Navigator will also provide signposting information to family carers.Shift PatternsWorking hours are Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm. There is also a requirement to work some evenings and potentially weekends, as the service requires.Role ResponsibilityWhat will I be doing?This is a hands-on job where no two days are the same. Your duties will include:Provide information and advice via 1 to 1 drop in sessionsFacilitate problem solving and goal setting skills through 1 to 1 wellbeing sessions, including the development of individual wellbeing plansFacilitate group wellbeing workshops and contribute to improvements based on evaluationFacilitate opportunities to connect to local community and universal servicesNetworking with relevant external stakeholders to develop community links and garner referralProvide information and signposting to partner activities which contribute to our 5 key required outcomes:Help increase emotional wellbeingHelp improve the lives of service users in the communitySupport people into learning, jobs or voluntary workHelp improve the physical health of our service usersHelp improve the home life of our service usersThe Ideal CandidateWhat skills and qualities do I need to have?Knowledge of Learning Disabilities and Autism is essential for this role and we are looking for somebody who is:Passionate, caring and enthusiasticFlexible, patient and non-judgmentalA great team player with lots of energyAble to demonstrate good communication skillsAn excellent problem solver with innovative ways of workingYou must also have a driving licence and your own vehicle as this role requires frequent travel across the region.About usWhy Turning Point?We take pride in the services that we provide. There is one vision that everyone at Turning Point shares, which is held together by our values. These include believing in potential, communicating in a confident way, embracing change and treating each other as individuals.Running services on a not-for-profit basis, we invest every penny back into our services - and, our people. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support people with Learning Disabilities to live fulfilling lives - here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job: we offer you a career.What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 29 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employeesTurning Point Benefits.We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.Turning PointAttached documents Wellbeing_and_Community_Navigator_JD_South_Warwickshire.pdfApply