Experienced Autism and Learning Disability Complex Care Worker
We are seeking experienced workers for a 2:1 complex care package to support a young male client who has Autistic Spectrum Disorder and associated complexities and learning disabilities. Full person-centered training will be provided to enhance any theoretical knowledge candidates already possess.
Full UK licence with no convictions in the last 5 years and no accidents in the last 3 years is essential to drive the client vehicle (Insurance will be provided).
The package requirements will include day shifts, evening shifts, weekend community outings, and 24-hour support at a respite facility.
Paid training, shadowing, and workshop sessions will be provided across a variety of days and times (example 6am-11am, 4pm-10pm, 9am-3pm).
Candidates with an upbeat and cheerful personality who are willing to learn routines, be supportive of the client's individual needs, and happy to attend training workshops to enhance their knowledge and skill-set are vital to this team. This client and his family require a team who will be dedicated to the package and committed to their professional learning while developing their knowledge and skills.
Sponsorships not available.
Salary: £11.66-£13.30 per hour
Full / Part Time / Bank
Main responsibilities:
1. Supporting the individual in a person-centred way
2. Overseeing routines as devised in support plans from a range of professionals
3. Supporting all aspects of personal care
4. Providing clinical interventions as required
5. Assisting community enabling / college/ respite visits
6. Administering and managing all levels of medication as required
7. Managing nutritional and fluid intake/output
8. Assisting activities while advocating and empowering independence
9. Working in a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring compliance for Health and Safety
10. Ensuring all records are maintained according to policy and procedure
11. Attending all training/workshops and competency sessions
12. Attending team meetings
13. To respond positively to changing needs and managing risk effectively
14. To undertake other duties as may reasonably be required
All applicants will need to evidence they have the required experience or previous training in areas of Autistic Spectrum Disorder/ Learning Disabilities/ and Challenging Behaviours.
This role is exempt from the rehabilitation of ex-offenders act, alongside exemption from the equality act.
A satisfactory enhanced adult workforce DBS/update service DBS is required for the post.
Job Info
Job Title: Experienced Autism and Learning Disability Complex Care Worker
Company: CV-Library
Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Salary: £11.66 - £13.30 Per hour Enhanced pay on bank holidays
Posted:
Closes: Jan 12th 2025
Sector: Social Care
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
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