Support Worker
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Summary
We’re seeking Support Workers to help us support people with learning disabilities and mental health issues. The successful candidates will operate in an atmosphere that promotes a person-centred approach to help service users realise their hopes, dreams, and ambitions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Individual care
- Activities
- Laundry and housework
- Meal preparation
- Shopping and Budgeting
- Monitoring and/or administering medications
- Being involved in the community (employment, study, volunteering and/or leisure activities)
- Building and preserving relationships with family and friends
- Social activities
- Accompanying service users to appointments and activities
- Working in partnership with other agencies and organisations
Core Requirements:
- Flexible, dependable and hands-on
- Experience working with people with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism
- Supportive of the goals of clients to live the lifestyle of their choosing
- Enthusiastic and motivated to learn new skills
- Work to a person-centred approach
The Role
Do you want to strengthen your community?
Are you looking for a job that allows you to work flexible hours?
We’re seeking Support Workers to help us support people with learning disabilities and mental health issues through this difficult period.
This could be a great opportunity for you to develop skills for life and try something new whilst simultaneously helping people who need that dedicated support.
We are excited for experienced Casual Support Workers to join our team in Chingford and other places to work with people with Learning Disabilities and Autism and provide practical assistance and emotional support that enables them to live safe and happy independent lives.
The successful candidates will operate in an atmosphere that promotes a person-centred approach to help service users realise their hopes, dreams, and ambitions.
Individuals receive assistance to meet their specific needs as outlined in their support plan, allowing them to make informed decisions while maintaining their privacy and dignity. The following are examples of responsibilities that may be assigned to you:
- Individual care
- Activities
- Laundry and housework
- Meal preparation
- Shopping and Budgeting
- Monitoring and/or administering medications
- Being involved in the community (employment, study, volunteering and/or leisure activities)
- Building and preserving relationships with family and friends
- Social activities
- Accompanying service users to appointments and activities
- Working in partnership with other agencies and organisations
About the candidate
The personality traits you possess are just as important to the profession as the skills required to fulfil the Job requirements mentioned above. Dedicated Life Care and its clients are looking for candidates who:
- Are flexible, dependable and hands-on
- Have experience working with people with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism
- Are supportive of the goals of clients to live the lifestyle of their choosing
- Are enthusiastic and motivated to learn new skills
- Work to a person-centred approach
If you’re interested in starting a career as a Support Worker, get in touch today. We have roles available across the UK for an immediate start. Email your CV to [contact hidden]
Job Features
| Hours | Flexible hours from Mon-Sun which will include working days, evenings, weekends, bank holidays. |