We are looking for a considerate and understanding Support Worker to join our community support team in Kinson, Bournemouth.
Due to the needs of the person we support, we can only consider male candidates with experience with Autism or Complex Care, supporting people on a 2:1 basis. You will need to have a Full UK driving license, however, access to your own vehicle is not essential. Unfortunately, this is not a position that we can offer sponsorship for, under the skilled worker route.
The role
You would be supporting a male in his late 20's named Archie, who lives in Kinson. His preferred method of communication is sign-a-long and various alternative tools, such as PECS to articulate what he wants to say and do.
1. He has a carefully planned daily schedule, created to provide structure and enjoyment.
2. He likes to go out in his motability car for a drive in the new forest or to the beach.
3. Other days he can be having a day at home, completing puzzles, listening to music or doing some baking.
4. Archie enjoys spending time with his family at the weekend and loves a takeaway for dinner, whilst watching a musical or strictly come dancing.
As a service we are always looking for new opportunities for Archie to be out and a part of his local community. At the heart of everything we do is promoting the independence of the person we support, and ensuring we have a relaxed, empathetic and encouraging team working with us helps us achieve this.
A day in the life of a Support Worker would include:
1. Sharing your skills and life knowledge with the people we support to enable good life skills and independence when living in the community.
2. Maintaining consistent and accurate records regarding care plans, finances, appointments and medication.
3. Following the support plan in place for each person we support to enable the person to feel comfortable and happy, adapting this as required based on change in behaviour.
4. Providing some elements of personal care from personal hygiene prompts, helping to bath and wash, medication.
Hours:
Shifts will vary between 7am - 10pm Monday to Sunday on a two week rolling rota with 2 days off. This role would include working alternate weekends and sleep ins (sleep ins come with an additional payment).
Why join us?
1. Blue light card.
2. A rewarding job, full of variety and opportunities for career development.
3. A generous employee referral scheme - you can earn £400 for each person you successfully refer!
4. 12-week induction programme consisting of in-house training, e-learning, shadowing, coaching, and mentoring.
5. The opportunity to complete an accredited qualification once you've passed your probation period.
6. All colleagues have access to an internal learning portal so you can increase your skills and knowledge in the areas that interest you the most.
7. Cycle to work scheme.
8. Bespoke learning and development in key areas such as total communication, positive behaviour techniques, sign language.
9. Up to 33 days annual leave pro-rata (including bank holidays).
10. Benefits portal which gives you access to money off your favourite shops, restaurants, and great days out, along with a cashback healthcare plan for general day-to-day healthcare such as optical and dental.
11. A 24 Hour Employee Assistance programme that provides practical information and support on issues like money management, family and legal information.
12. We also have a network of Mental Health First Aiders to provide support you in the event you experience issues relating to your mental health.
Apply now:
If being a Support Worker sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. To apply it couldn't be simpler - just 'apply' to complete the application process. If you need any support Carly would be more than happy to help!
Our commitment:
We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this. Anyone with any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments, please let us know if you require support to complete your application.
Autism Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
All successful candidates will be subject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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