Job Description
We are currently supporting our client with Support Worker positions in Grimsby. You will be joining a local registered charity with a large community presence, supporting a broad range of vulnerable people. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of individuals in the community. Ethical Recruitment funds your DBS along with training on the job.
Job Title: Support Worker
Pay rate: £11.44 per hour
Work Type: Bank Shifts
Shift Pattern: A variety of shifts available predominantly 8am – 8pm, others available
MAIN DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To provide support to service users identified within their person-centred support plan
- To undertake domestic and cleaning duties in the home whilst supporting service users independence, as identified within their person-centred support plan
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· To support service users with all activities of daily living and personal care including personal hygiene needs, nutrition, mobility and any other activity identified
· To undertake and support service users with shopping and cooking
· To be pro-active in supporting service users to engage with community activities, diversionary activities and therapeutic interventions to improve their health and well-being and reduce social isolation
· To maintain contemporaneous computerised records and ensure care plans are accurate in accordance with the relevant policies and guidelines
· The role requires flexible working, the hours will be generally within the hours of 7am – 10pm 7 days a week |
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· To undertake any other duties that are deemed necessary by the Team Leader/Registered Manager
· To have awareness and understanding relating to assistance technology and a willing to assist with its implementation
· Medication administration and collection as required |
PERSON SPECIFICATION
QUALIFICATIONS
- A basic knowledge / understanding of Health and Social Care
- GCSE or level 2 Functional Skills in Maths, English, and IT or working towards
- A Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care, or willing to work towards a Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care
LIVED OR WORK EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL:
- A strong desire and ability to care and support others
- An interest in and commitment to on-going personal/professional development
- Basic IT knowledge
- Experience in support work, either in employment or personal
- Has empathy, patience and understanding in relation to those individuals and families needing care and support
- Respects and understands the need for confidentiality
DESIRABLE:
- Experience of working with people requiring care and / or support
- First Aid training
- Previous experience of working in a team
- Experience in Health and Safety in the workplace
SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Ability to respond to the individual rights/needs/opinions of service users
- Ability to maintain a safe environment for residents/carers and staff
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- An awareness of health and safety in the workplace.
- The ability to co-ordinate and facilitate groups
- Can listen and talk to people, some of whom will have difficulties in communicating their wishes and feelings
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Flexibility required to meet Service needs
- A commitment to providing a person-centred care approach
- Team Worker
- Positive attitude to change
- Patient
If you meet the above criteria, we can't wait to hear from you!
To apply, please submit your CV today and member of our team will contact you for a discussion.