Overview
We have an exciting opportunity to join Parkstone Connect as a Day Opportunities Support Assistant. This is a part-time role (30 hours per week) focused on providing practical and therapeutic support to adults with a range of needs to enable them to live active and fulfilled lives in their local community.
About Us
Tricuro Ltd provides high quality care and support to older people; people with physical and learning disabilities; people with mental health needs; dementia; carers and clients’ families. We operate across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole with a range of services including Residential Homes, Day Services, Supported Living sites and Reablement Home Care.
Responsibilities
* Work closely with individuals, focusing on their strengths, choices, assets, and goals through person-centred planning and reviews.
* Support and enable people to take part in new activities and opportunities to develop confidence, independence and reach their full potential.
* Support people with aspects of their personal care and moving and assisting, as identified in care and support plans.
* Collaborate with individuals and their circle of support, including Social Work and Health professionals.
* Administer medication as directed by a GP and in line with approved Medication guidelines.
* Maintain dignity, respect and privacy while supporting individuals in a strengths-based way.
* Keep clear written and electronic records in line with GDPR requirements.
* Organise and participate in activities to meet people’s needs, within services and the community, with clear aims and objectives.
* Provide 1:1 support within the centre and in the community.
* Support individuals to/from the service on Passenger Transport when required.
What We Offer
* Career progression: opportunities to develop and learn.
* Generous holiday allowance: 26 days rising to 29 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
* Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme from day one.
* Employee Assistance Programme: confidential, free support with 24/7 helpline.
* Company contributory pension scheme: employer contribution 3%.
* Blue Light discount eligibility for travel, leisure, entertainment and more.
Successful Candidate
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Caring, enabling and empathetic attitude.
* Approachable, with a calm and patient manner.
* Ability to follow care and support plans and risk assessments.
* Flexibility to meet the needs of Tricuro services.
* Commitment to achieving Diploma Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care.
* Understanding of the CQC Fundamental Standards and the Care Act 2014.
Requirements & Details
* Part-time: 30 hours per week.
* Location: Parkstone Connect, Bournemouth area.
Tricuro is owned by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and aims to provide high quality care and support to adults, their carers and families. We offer flexibility, consistency and reliability of service to meet community needs.
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