Description
The job itself
My parents are looking for support from two workers to help us to have time out in the community and to be individually supported with our likes, interests and our needs.
I need support with my communication and how to interact.
I like to do one to one activities with an adult to support in a calm and quiet environment.
I do not like noisy busy environments, and this will make me want to run.
I have sensory sensitivities, especially to smells, noise and visual distractions. These things can make it difficult for me to concentrate and can increase my stress. To support me, it helps when environments are quieter, smells are kept to a minimum, and I step away if things become
overwhelming.
I like taking part in physical activities and I like to be practical, taking things apart and helping fix things. I need support and careful understanding to help me process the environment, so I gain confidence to be able to take part in activities.
I really like cars and garages, and have lots of knowledge on this topic, I also like technology and anything which is visually engaging and interacting.
I can find it difficult to take part in activities where I need to wait my turn and I would need support with this to help me understand what is happening.
It is important to me to have a worker who understands my needs and is able to give me positive encouragement to build my confidence to take part in activities and to keep me safe.
I need careful oversite and care to ensure my medical needs are monitored. I need help to have regular snacks and drinks to keep me healthy, and my Mum can show you how this is done and will
provide my favourite snacks for me.
I like to be busy so any activity which will keep me entertained and is fast paced. I like to know what is happening and what is planned next.
Physical activities are my favourite, with plenty of variety so I can have freedom to go from one thing to another, and not activities where I need to be sitting still.
It is important to we have someone who understands our needs and can keep me safe in the community. I would like to have someone to have fun with and enjoy a range of different activities.
We both love animals and like to interact and be hands on activities we can interact. We would like to be able to go swimming or to access clubs or activities in the community.
We would need support with our personal care needs and understanding danger awareness when we are out and travelling in the community.
About the role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
• Encouraging both children to engage in activities.
• Helping to improve their social skills.
• Settling and supporting the individual.
• Keeping them safe in the community.
• Attending/transporting the individual to social activities.
• Encouraging social interaction and inclusion and providing emotional support.
• Supporting with dietary and medical needs.
About the candidate
The suitable candidate must:
• Be conscientious and committed to providing support as necessary for the child.
• Be patient, caring and understanding.
• Be able to build a positive relationship with the child to both encourage and support
them.
• Be flexible to meet the needs of the family.
• Have knowledge of working with or supporting a child with special needs.
• Have a full valid driving licence.