We are looking for a passionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Swanway, our independent Supported Living Service in Gateshead.
Swanway houses individuals who have a learning disability and other support needs (e.g. autism, mental health support needs and physical disabilities). The service consists of 12 apartments and a shared outdoor space/gardens. Our service users enjoy a wide range of activities, including discos, swimming and going to the cinema.
Your role as Senior Support Worker will include:
* Developing the independent living skills and community inclusion of service users
* Identifying and accessing activities with service users to promote valued and meaningful lifestyles
* Providing respectful personal care, emotional and practical support to service users
* Collaborating with service users, families and the multi-disciplinary team to maximise service user outcomes
* Implementing Creative Support principles, policies, procedures and guidelines and ensuring that the service fulfils CQC requirements
* Supervising and supporting staff to best meet service user needs and preferences
* Supporting the service user to have the opportunity for a full and happy life and to be safe and well.
A minimum of 2 years' experience in providing care for individuals with support needs is essential.
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