Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved.
About the Employer
I am a 24 year young man with some learning difficulties. I am looking for social support, however, i am not happy when there are crowds so I tend to go out when it is quieter. I have some memory issues, I need reminding sometimes.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions:
• Cognitive / Learning
• Due to anxiety I can worry about needing the toilet
The employer's hobbies and interests:
• Gaming
• Art and crafts
• Cooking
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
• Support with managing paperwork & correspondence.
The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.
You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.
Transport Requirement:
Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.
Required Skills:
• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• To work as part of a team.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
When you are Required:
Hours per week: 10
Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.
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