Community Support Worker - Wareham

Autism Unlimited; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Autism Unlimited as a Support Worker to provide essential support to Mike, who thrives on adventures and loves music and baking. This part-time role offers a flexible two-week rolling rota and the chance to promote independence for individuals with autism, along with an engaging and rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Up to 33 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Benefits portal with discounts

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Opportunity for accredited qualifications

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates have 1+ year of experience.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Completion of 12-week induction program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records regarding care plans and finances.
• Follow tailored support plans and provide personal care.
• Participate in training and earn an accredited qualification.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Life skills coaching

Job description

Do you enjoy going on adventures and being outdoors? If so, we could have the role for you!

We are recruiting for a Support Worker to join us to support Mike on a part-time basis. To be considered for this role, you would need to have a Full UK driving license.

Please note: Autism Unlimited does not provide visa sponsorship

The role

Mike is in his early 30s and lives independently in his own home in Wareham. He communicates using PECS boards, which support him in making choices and decisions throughout his day.

Mike has a big love for music – Tina Turner is a firm favourite! At home, he enjoys baking sweet treats and spending time with his support team.

He’s always up for a bit of adventure. Whether it’s a trip to the Bovington Tank Museum, a visit to the seaside town of Swanage, or a mini break to Blackpool with his mum and support staff, Mike loves to get out and about.

When the weather calls for staying indoors, you’ll often find him enjoying a Disney film with his support team.

Hours of work

Shifts are completed on a two-week rolling rota, averaging 15.5 hours per week. Sleep-ins come with an additional payment.

Week 1

Sunday - 15:00 – 22:00 + sleep

Week 2

Monday - 10:00 – 15:00

Thursday - 15:00 – 22:00 + sleep

Sunday - 10:00 – 22:00 + sleep

At the heart of everything we do is promoting the independence of the person we support. Having a relaxed, empathetic, and encouraging team helps us achieve this.

A day in the life of a Support Worker would include:

• Maintaining accurate records regarding care plans, finances, appointments, and medication
• Sharing your skills and life knowledge to enable good life skills and independence in the community
• Following support plans tailored for each individual, adapting as needed based on behavioural changes
• Providing some personal care, including hygiene prompts, assisting with bathing and washing, and medication management
• Employee Referral Scheme – earn £400 for each successful referral!
• Participating in a 12-week induction program with in-house training, e-learning, shadowing, coaching, and mentoring
• Opportunity to complete an accredited qualification after passing your probation
• Cycle to work scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave (pro-rata, including bank holidays)
• Benefits portal offering discounts at shops and restaurants, and cashback healthcare plans for optical and dental care
• A 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing support on issues like money management, family, and legal matters
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders for support with mental health issues

Apply now:

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, simply click ‘apply’ to complete the application process.

Carly would be happy to assist!

Our commitment

We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity. We will ensure that all our recruitment practices reflect this. Anyone with any disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments to participate in the application and interview process. Please let us know if you require support to complete your application.

Autism Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Vacancies are filled based on qualifications and best fit, without discrimination based on race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other protected characteristic.

All successful candidates will be subject to disclosure and barring checks, along with other relevant employment checks.

Preference is given to candidates with 1+ year of experience, but it is not essential.