Support Worker Job Description
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team, providing high-quality, person-centered care for up to four individuals with complex health and behavioral needs. The role involves hands-on support in daily living activities and requires a proactive approach. A full UK manual driver’s license is essential, as the role involves driving a mobility car. Some individuals may be nonverbal and use communication aids. Support Workers help individuals develop new friendships while maintaining family and existing relationships. We value staff who are creative, innovative, and committed to making a difference.
No sponsorships are being offered.
Job Purpose
To promote the mission and values of Harley House by providing safe, sound, and supportive care, enabling individuals to lead as independent and fulfilling lives as possible. The role involves supporting individuals according to their support plans, which may be adjusted based on their needs and wishes.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Support: Follow individual support plans and risk assessments, escalate changes to needs, support individuals to make decisions and take appropriate risks, support daily activities including cooking, shopping, and personal care, support health management and medication administration, maintain accurate care records, assist with finances, participate in support plan reviews, and act as key worker.
* Additional Responsibilities: Ensure safeguarding, act as a positive role model, maintain professionalism, avoid social network befriending, treat individuals with dignity and respect, follow safeguarding procedures, keep accurate records, attend mandatory training and team meetings, ensure health and safety, promote teamwork, and support individuals in various activities including weekends and evenings. Driving a mobility car is essential.
We are looking for a committed and compassionate individual with the necessary skills and experience to deliver high-quality care. Benefits include good training, long service awards, and staff recognition.
This job description may be reviewed and updated in consultation with the post holder and is not exhaustive of all duties involved.
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