Support Worker
Reference: DEC20240599
Expiry date: 12:00, Mon, 6th Jan 2025
Location: Llanelli / Bynea
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: 20 days annual leave (rising to 25 days after 5 years), flexible shift patterns, support to achieve necessary qualifications, pension scheme, employee assistance programme.
Responsibilities:
1. Encourage the people we support to make their own choices about everyday things such as what to wear, what to do, what to eat, as well as bigger decisions such as where to live, how to spend their money or where to go on holiday.
2. Enable the people we support to fulfil those choices, including structured activities which help each individual to develop their confidence and skills.
3. Support the people we support to meet their responsibilities such as paying bills, looking after their homes, being good neighbours and keeping in close contact with friends and family.
4. Involve the people we support in Company-related activities such as training, recruitment of new staff, and house meetings.
Skills Required:
1. Support individuals in carrying out normal household tasks.
2. Understand principles of respect and dignity.
3. Exhibit patience and empathy.
4. Support a person with their intimate personal care with dignity and respect.
5. Demonstrate good communication skills adaptable to various situations.
6. Speak on behalf of others and communicate effectively with professionals.
7. Have good written skills to record events with empathy and meaning.
8. Basic computer skills to keep simple records and find information.
9. Good observational skills.
10. Ability to work as part of a team and to consistent standards.
11. Make decisions and follow them through.
12. Be creative and organised.
13. Manage and record finances.
14. Possess a valid driving license and have access to your own vehicle.
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