ADULT SUPPORT WORKER- CHESTERFIELD, Chesterfield
Client:
Location:
Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
a56910bcac29
Job Views:
5
Posted:
02.04.2025
Expiry Date:
17.05.2025
Job Description:
Your new company
Our client offers person-centred, independent living options across the whole care pathway – including outreach support to access the community, various supported living options and supporting those with complex physical, learning or mental health needs and developmental disorders. Every person they support has their own tenancy agreement and their own front door - the emphasis is on delivering support that is grounded in the individuals' needs, wishes and aspirations. The organisation prides itself on positive risk-taking and working in a person-centred way at all times.
Your new role
To provide support to individuals in order to enable them to achieve as much independence and autonomy as possible and participate in a wide range of experiences of their choosing.
All employees in this role are required to be vigilant and proactive in reporting any safeguarding concerns they may have about vulnerable individuals in their care. This includes reporting concerns about abuse, neglect, and exploitation, as well as concerns about the general wellbeing of vulnerable individuals. As such, Area Managers, Team Managers, and Support Workers must be fully aware of their responsibility.
What you'll need to succeed
1. A minimum of 1 year's experience working as a Support Worker; we will consider experience with various client groups or lived experience that is recent.
Responsibilities
1. Support individuals to lead a full and active life in line with their wishes and choices, considering their assessed needs.
2. Get to know people as individuals, what is important to them, how they want to be supported and what they want to achieve.
3. Have a flexible and innovative approach to facilitating and supporting the people who use our service in decision-making, promoting choice and involvement at all times.
4. Provide individuals with emotional support when needed whilst maintaining a person-centred approach.
5. Support individuals to participate in their chosen activities and to access other services and facilities within their community.
6. Support individuals in achieving their outcomes in the way that they choose.
7. Support individuals to maintain and extend an appropriate circle of support (friends, family, etc.) in accordance with their wishes.
8. Support individuals to manage their finances and medication responsibly as required in accordance with safeguarding procedures, support plans, and risk assessments.
9. Support individuals to maintain a clean and safe environment appropriate to their needs.
10. Work positively with others who have a role in the life of those we support, both within and outside the organisation.
11. Ensure relevant records are accurately maintained and completed in a timely manner consistent with organisational policies and procedures.
12. Be familiar with and work within the health and safety policy and procedures, following agreed risk assessments and risk management plans.
What you'll get in return
1. Pension
2. Continuous learning and development opportunities, including access to bespoke training
3. Health cash back scheme
4. 28 days annual leave for full-time employees increases to a maximum of 30 days based on length of service
5. Additionally, one day annual leave for your birthday!
6. £500 recommend a friend scheme
7. Apprenticeships in Health & Social Care, Business Leadership & Management
8. Opportunities to develop through our Leadership Development Programme
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Created on 02/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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