Job Description : Team Leader Support Worker Pay : £18 per hour Standard Rate Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 awarded (T&C's apply) We are currently recruiting a Full Team Leader Support Worker to support an individual with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and Anorexia Nervosa within the Egremont area. Understand that these diagnoses do not define the individual. Please note we are not a recruitment agency. Role Description We are committed to Equal Opportunities. We currently have a great opportunity for dedicated Female Team leader to work with an individual who has Dissociative identity disorder and Anorexia Nervosa. The individual is living on their own, so we are looking for a Team leader who can provide supervise a 360 wrap-around support that covers all aspects of her life throughout the day and night. In addition, Team leaders with mental health experience are preferred, as well as those who like animals and are fit and able to walk in excess of 6 miles per day as part of the daily routine. To be part of their team, we are looking for the following qualities from a team member: Provide support during both the good times and the difficult periods our individual faces in daily life. Have a good understanding of Mental health and complexities that arise with it, an understanding of Anorexia Nervosa, and how these can impact daily living. Understanding of Dissociative identity disorder. Be a positive advocate for the individual. Be consistent – do what you say you will, and if you can’t, explain why. Be prepared to motivate in a supportive manner. Be patient, understanding, and encouraging on the difficult days. Have a fun and kind personality and encourage activities. Work together to solve issues and overcome day-to-day tasks. Come to work to “Get to know me”, as that is what is needed to provide meaningful support and guidance in all aspects of everyday living. Work as part of a team that delivers amazing person-centred care. Think outside the box and show creativity in your approach. Be able to deliver personal care requirements. Be able to have a laugh and a joke but also maintain clear standards and boundaries. Must be comfortable around animals as part of daily activities. Give the individual space and time and be respectful of their wishes Must be fit and able to walk in excess of 6 miles per day as part of the individual’s active lifestyle. Hands-on care, supporting the client with their daily routines, encouraging independence in all areas this will be achieved via the management of the rota. You would be expected to cover shifts as a contingency Supervise the care team, manage rotas and co-ordinate training based on learning needs. Conduct in-house Induction Training with new starters Ensure outcomes of appointments are shared with the team and implemented in daily care routines Write and update Risk Assessments in collaboration with Service Manager. Ensure Risk Assessments are in place for all equipment used by Care Team in collaboration with Service manager. Complete/collate timesheets and communicate with Service Manager and Payroll team. Organise equipment reviews and book maintenance and servicing for all devises, this would include reconciling the client’s finances (money tin) and weekly fire checks as per Policy. Additional/optional responsibilities (depending on the client and family requirements): Communicating with therapists, specialists, and consultants and co-ordinating and attending appointments, effectively documenting all communication and appointment outcomes. Medication stock checks and prescription requests. Medical supplies: stock checks and ordering. Experience and Skills Required Hands-on experience of supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism and or ADHD and Mental Health. Experience as a Support Worker/Team Leader in a Supported Living Setting or Residential Home Working in a family/private home. Strong administrative and organisation skills Computer literate and accurate record keeping Understanding and experience of PBS Practice Able to Lead by example and have time management Able to stay calm in challenging situations What’s great about being a Care Team Leader The mixed role of providing hands-on care and coordinating a care team is both challenging and rewarding. As a Care Team Leader, you will build and maintain strong relationships with the client, their family, the care team, and wider multidisciplinary teams. You will have the opportunity to positively influence the whole team to provide the best outcomes for the client. Home not hospital will provide you with a plan to progress within the company and or to upskill you to progress within the care field. We will offer a permanent contract, good rate of pay and further training and development as per your PDA suggests. What’s in it for you!? £250 when you introduce a Friend * Full time contracted position Great Pay Pension Enrolment Standard Sick Pay Free Training Weekly Pay Paid Holiday Ongoing Training / Coaching throughout your role Opportunities to Progress & Develop Schedule: Monday to Sunday (Shifts 8am – 8pm, 8pm – 8am) Overtime available Licence/Certification: Knowledge on Anorexia Nervosa (preferred) Mental Health Experience (preferred) Knowledge on Dissociative identity disorder Driving Licence ( Essential ) Refer a friend bonus is payable at: £125 once the referred individual has successfully completed their first shift & £125 once the referred individual has successfully completed their probation period. INDMP