Support Worker
Brighouse, HD6 3NY
Starting salary A GBP 12.00 per hour rising to A GBP 12.50 after probation
About the Bridge Care
The Bridge provides community based registered care services for people with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex care needs. We provide personalised outcome:based support to enable individuals with significant care and support needs to live safely, happily and successfully in the community. Our focus is to fill the gaps in accommodation and support provision for uniquely complex and challenging individuals by taking a fresh perspective to their support needs. We provide bespoke individual accommodation choices that are entirely flexible to meet individual needs. Everyones opinion matters to us, and we see this as key to the success of the people we support.
The Bridge recognises the value and importance of developing a safe and reliable home setting for the people we support; their families; the people we employ and for the commissioners who fund services.
Our Values:
Our values reflect us all and theyre the beating heart of everything we aspire to be.
They set out our culture, the way we behave and the way we do things.
Our values...
* Change perceptions. See the world through the eyes of the people we support and mold the world around them
* Take a different outlook. Be confident to use our wealth of experience and knowledge to look at unique situations differently
* Be nice, kind, patient, resourceful, open minded, resilient and forgiving
* Understand why situations occur. We take an evidence based approach to why behaviour occurs and how to respond appropriately.
* Everyones opinions matters. We value every individual as part of the team and they are key to the success of the people we support and the organization
Position
The Support Worker will play a key role in delivering high:quality, person:centred care to adults with learning disabilities. This role involves working closely with internal teams, families, and external professionals to ensure that individuals are supported to lead fulfilling and independent lives. You will be involved in the development and implementation of tailored care plans, ensuring that the needs of the people we support are met in line with regulatory and organisational standards.
Key responsibilities:
* Personal Care and Support: Reporting to the Senior Support Worker or Team Leader, you will assist in providing care to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and other complex needs, supporting them to live as independently as possible.
* Empowering Individuals: You will encourage and support individuals to achieve their personal goals and participate in a range of meaningful activities, promoting independence and dignity.
* Person:Centred Approach: You will provide care that is tailored to the individuals needs and preferences, ensuring that every person receives respectful and dignified support.
* Safeguarding and Compliance: You will ensure that care and support are delivered in line with regulatory requirements and company policies, safeguarding the health, safety, and well:being of the people we support.
* Team Contribution: As a Support Worker, you will contribute to creating a supportive and collaborative environment, where everyone works together to deliver high:quality care.
Your Responsibilities:
Person:Led Care:
* Build positive, respectful relationships with the people we support, encouraging them to take an active role in decisions about their care.
* Provide personal care as needed, always respecting the individuals dignity and privacy.
* Assist individuals with daily living tasks, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility.
* Support individuals in engaging with meaningful activities and social events, promoting emotional, physical, and psychological well:being.
* Monitor the health and well:being of those you support, ensuring their needs are met and repo