Full-Time Support Worker: Empower Independence & Community Living

LiveWest; Truro Township (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 26 days + bank holidays

Pension Contributions up to 9%

Health benefits

Learning & development

Family support

Wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

Volunteering days

Job summary

LiveWest is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to empower individuals with diverse needs to live independently and safely within their communities. The role focuses on person-centred support, collaboration with partners, and promoting participation in education and work.

You will be based at the New Start service in Truro, working full-time (37 hours) over a rolling 4-week rota across Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays and some weekends. DBS check required and role involves lone working.

Qualifications

• Understanding of support needs and support planning.
• Experience of risk assessing and risk management.
• Great communicator with the ability to build rapport.
• Accurate record keeping and computer skills.
• Confident in lone working and a good team player.
• Flexible working approach and ability to meet deadlines.
• Resilient and adaptable.
• Positive attitude in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs.
• Foster collaboration with customers, colleagues and partner agencies.
• Promote participation in social, educational and employment opportunities.
• Manage risks with thorough risk assessments and safeguarding compliance.

Skills

Support planning

Risk assessment

Communication

Record keeping

Lone working

Job description

LiveWest is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to empower individuals with diverse needs to live independently and safely within their communities. The role focuses on person-centred support, collaboration with partners, and promoting participation in education and work.

You will be based at the New Start service in Truro, working full-time (37 hours) over a rolling 4-week rota across Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays and some weekends. DBS check required and role involves lone working.