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Support Worker
Reference: DEC20243211
Expiry date: 12:00, Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Location: Tumble
Benefits: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after 5 years), flexible shift patterns, support to achieve necessary qualifications, pension scheme, employee assistance programme.
Responsibilities:
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 fulfill those choices, including structured activities which help each individual to develop their confidence and skills.
3. Support individuals to meet their responsibilities such as paying bills, looking after their homes, being good neighbours, and keeping in close contact with friends and family.
4. Encourage involvement in company-related activities such as training, recruitment of new staff, and attending house meetings.
Requirements:
1. Support individuals in carrying 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. Possess good communication skills adaptable to various situations.
6. Ability to speak on behalf of others and communicate with a range of professionals within and outside of Cartrefi Cymru.
7. Demonstrate good written skills and the ability to record events with empathy and meaning.
8. Basic computer skills to maintain simple records and find information.
9. Exhibit good observational skills.
10. Ability to work as part of a team.
11. Work 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 the use of your own vehicle is essential.
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