Female Support Worker
Reference: DEC20243206
Expiry date: 12:00, Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Location: Swansea
Benefits: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 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. Assist 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. Support the people we support to be involved in Company related activities such as training, recruitment of new staff, and attending house meetings.
Skills and Qualifications:
1. Support individuals in carrying out normal household tasks.
2. Understand principles of respect and dignity.
3. Demonstrate patience and empathy.
4. Support individuals with their intimate personal care with dignity and respect.
5. Exhibit good communication skills adaptable to various situations.
6. Speak on behalf of others and communicate with a range of professionals.
7. Possess good written skills to record events with empathy and meaning.
8. Basic computer skills to maintain simple records and find information.
9. Good observational skills.
10. Ability to work as part of a team.
11. Work to consistent standards.
12. Make decisions and follow them through.
13. Be creative and organised.
14. Manage and record finances.
15. Ability to drive and use your own vehicle is essential.
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