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Are you passionate about empowering others to live full, independent, and meaningful lives? If you’re caring, compassionate, and committed to making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you.
At Stepping Stones Services, we are proud to be part of the Optimo Care Group. With over 1,500 dedicated employees across multiple regions, we work in partnership with local authorities, healthcare providers, and care professionals to deliver outcome-focused, person-centred care. Whether it’s homecare, supported living, or complex needs support, we provide tailored solutions that truly make a difference
Our PRIDE Values:
We live by our values of PRIDE:
* Person-Centred - Putting the individual at the heart of our service
* Responsive - Delivering well-planned, effective support
* Innovative - Continuously improving and evolving our services
* Delight - Going the extra mile to exceed expectations
* Engagement - Creating opportunities for everyone to be part of the journey
About the role:
Stepping Stones Services is a trusted and compassionate provider of health and social care services. We support individuals in their own homes, assisting those with a variety of health needs, including learning disabilities, mental health issues, autism, physical disabilities, and those requiring assistance with personal care.
You will be supporting a woman living in her own single tenancy, receiving 2:1 support. She has a warm and chatty personality, uses a wheelchair, and requires assistance with personal care.
She has a diagnosis of mental health needs including Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD), Non-Epileptic Attack Disorder, and other complex care needs.
She is looking for proactive, supportive, chatty individuals that will promote her independence and use their initiative to help her meet her goals and set new goals too!
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting individuals to live independently: Assist individuals in maintaining their independence by encouraging and supporting them in daily activities such as meal preparation, budgeting, and personal care.
* Administering medication: Follow medication protocols, ensuring medication is administered accurately and on time.
* Maintaining a clean, safe, and accessible home: Assist individuals in keeping their home environment tidy and organised.
* Promoting healthy relationships: Encourage and support positive relationships with family, friends, and the wider community.
* Supporting with day-to-day activities: Provide practical and emotional support for individuals in areas such as shopping, appointments, social activities, and hobbies.
* Accessing the community: Assist individuals in accessing community resources and activities to enhance their social inclusion and well-being.
* Supporting outside the home setting: On occasion, you may be required to accompany individuals outside of their home for activities such as hospital visits, holidays, or attending appointments at police stations.
* Promoting independence and individuality: Ensure each individual is supported in a way that respects their personal preferences, choices, and promotes their independence.
* Report to the Service Manager: Regularly report on the progress of the individuals you support and ensure their care plans are followed.
Role Details:
Role Type: Full Time
Hours: 36 hours (minimum) per week.
Shift Patterns: Days -12 hours
Location: Chadderton
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
* A caring and compassionate attitude, with a genuine desire to help others.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to interact well with individuals with diverse needs.
* Experience in a care setting (desirable but not essential).
* Knowledge of person-centred care principles.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Flexibility and willingness to provide support outside of the home setting when required.
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable.
* A full UK driving licence essential
* Weekend availability essential (every other weekend)
* Complex care experience and understanding of PBS
Benefits of Working with Stepping Stones Services:
* Flexible Working: Full-time, permanent contracts with flexibility to accommodate work-life balance.
* Comprehensive Training: Optimo learning academy - Ongoing training and development to help you grow within the role and the company.
* Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
* Supportive Team Environment: A friendly and supportive team committed to delivering the highest standard of care.
* Employee Assistance Program: Everyone receives the health assured EAP, ensuring professional support is always available for whatever life throws at you, because your wellbeing matters.
* Reward Gateway - Whether it is giving thanks to colleagues, celebrating meaningful anniversaries, or saving money on your day-to-day spending, our reward and recognition platform provides you with access to a wide range of non-salary benefits and genuine shopping discounts.
* £250 Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Receive a £250 bonus when you refer someone who successfully joins the team.
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