SUPPORT WORKER - NORTH LANARKSHIRE Jordan - Part Time Contracts Available Minimum of 1 year care experience & Clean Driving Licence Essential We believe life is worth living when the things that matter most are present. Love, Family, Friendship, Work, Freedom to direct the course of our lives, the opportunity to learn and contribute. We believe that is what ordinary living is all about. Job description We are currently recruiting experienced part time support staff to work with Jordan, a gentleman living in the Wishaw area of North Lanarkshire. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced support worker looking to develop their already existing support skills and to be involved in helping Rachel enjoy life and develop. I am Jordan and I am 45 years old. I am a caring, compassionate, and determined individual who advocates for others with disabilities. I have been told I am very intelligent, creative, a good communicator and considerate. I love banter and having a laugh with those who are in my life. I love all things rave and GBX I enjoy a late night on a Saturday listening to GBX with a takeaway and a gin. I love listening to audio books and podcasts – I like to expand my knowledge in different areas. My favourite things to do are meeting friends, public speaking, and presentations. I am currently employed and work at least one day a week; this really fulfils me, and I love my job. I live with a condition called cerebral palsy, which is a condition that affects my muscle control and movement. I need support in all aspects of my daily life such as meal preparation however, I am very independent in my own way. I am a really good mentor and enjoy guiding unfamiliar staff on how I like to be supported, just ask me what you need to know. What am I looking for: Someone who is friendly, fun, and outgoing. Someone who can advise but not overpowering. Someone willing to get stuck in & be fully involved in all my activities. Someone who is openminded. Minimum 1 year care experience. Driver Essential Shifts are on a 2-week rota as follows: Week 1 – Thursday & Friday – both 9:30am-19:30pm Week 2 – Saturday - 9:30am-21:30pm & Sunday - 9:30am-19:30pm There will be the opportunity to do overtime during team holiday times. Main Tasks To provide person centred care and support to the people Support for Ordinary Living work for in line with the mission, vision, and values of the organisation the support worker role will: Support an individual to live in their own home/ family home and help the individual live the lifestyle they choose. Assist with personal care for example bathing where applicable. Encourage and support people to make life choices. Support individual to safeguard their property/ health & wellbeing/ finances and take appropriate action, when necessary, call NHS 24 or Doctor in case of emergency. Support people to become a valued member of their local community and support and encourage them to maintain and develop relationships with their friends, their family, and their neighbours. Encourage and support people to get involved in social activities. Assist people with domestic tasks such as housework, shopping cooking and cleaning. Treat people with dignity and respect at all times and recognise their rights to make their own choices. Support the individual to meet their outcomes in line with their Outcome based support plan and plan for the future. To work as part as a Self-Directed team, working in a consistent and flexible manner to support the individual to meet the outcomes outlined in the outcome-based support plan. Adhere to SOL’s policies and procedures to attend all planned meetings / training as requested. Be an ambassador to SOL, safeguarding the positive image and reputation of the organisation. We Are Looking for Someone Who Is: Reliable Trustworthy Person-Centred Adopts a common-sense approach to their work. Flexible in terms of approach and availability for work and meetings/ training when requested. Able to think and work in a reflective way. Positive in their outlook and open to new ideas and change. Demonstrates respect and commitment for the Individual they work for, and all other persons linked with SOL. Able to negotiate, listen and communicate well. Non-Judgmental. Comfortable with taking direction but can also work in self-Directed. Sympathetic to the values and beliefs of SOL. Respect and maintain confidentiality but have ability to whistle blow when required. Committed earn and develop new skills. Working towards qualification for registration for SSSC.