We have a fantastic opportunity for a Support Worker to join our dedicated team providing a combination of supported living and outreach services in and around Cardiff. In this pivotal role you will be assisting and encouraging people to become integrated members of their local community, promoting physical and social participation.
Due to the requirements of the role, candidates must have a full UK Driving license.
Mirus is a not-for-profit charitable organisation, working in partnership with the people they support, their families and other partners, to deliver high quality, person-centred support services for people with a disability. We have been supporting people in Wales for over 35 years and currently support over 350 people in ten different local authority areas.
What will you be doing?
1. Support vulnerable people in social activities including walking groups, cinema outings, meals with family members, and gardening.
2. Develop, implement, and review individual support plans to enable the people you support to lead fulfilling lives.
3. Provide support with household tasks, shopping, diet/food preparation, personal care, personal hygiene, dressing, and personal appearance.
4. Receive support in studying towards your QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care, funded by Mirus.
5. Work alongside professionals such as care managers, community nurses, and occupational therapists to deliver high quality support.
What are we looking for?
Whether or not you've worked with people with learning disabilities, mental health issues, or autism, Mirus will provide you with all the training, coaching, and mentoring you need to be the best Support Worker you can be. We assess you on your values and communication skills to support vulnerable people in your community.
Our benefits include:
1. Fully funded and supported qualification – QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care (if not already achieved).
2. Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
3. Premium payments for sleep-in and waking shifts.
4. Full training programme and opportunities for development and promotion, including an Aspiring Managers programme.
5. 24 days' Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, increasing after 5 years' service.
6. Pension Scheme.
7. Cycle to Work Scheme.
8. Employee Assistance Programme.
9. A Wellbeing Hub.
10. Social Wales Registration and DBS paid for by Mirus.
11. Once employed, a £300 employee referral scheme.
Next steps:
To apply for this fantastic Support Worker opportunity and join our team making a difference to people's lives, please click on the APPLY button below.
Note: Due to the requirements of being a Support Worker, the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check funded by Mirus.
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Location: Cardiff Head Office
Postcode: CF14 5GP
Full-time / Part-time: Full-time
Salary: £24,429.60
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
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