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Support Worker
Reference: OCT20246130
Expiry date: 12:00, Mon, 25th Nov 2024
Location: Swansea
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.
We can only accept applications from females at the moment.
What you will be doing:
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. Help the people we support 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.
How will you do this:
1. Support individuals to carry out normal household tasks.
2. Understand principles of respect and dignity.
3. Exhibit patience and empathy.
4. Support individuals 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 with a range of professionals within and outside of Cartrefi Cymru.
7. Exhibit good written skills and the ability to record events with empathy and meaning.
8. Have a basic ability to use a computer to keep simple records and find information.
9. Demonstrate good observational skills.
10. Work effectively as part of a team.
11. Adhere to consistent standards.
12. Make decisions and follow them through.
13. Be creative and organized.
14. Manage and record finances.
15. The ability to drive and use your own vehicle is essential.
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