Job summary
Could you give people their confidence back and support our community? If so, wed love to hear from you - even if you haven't considered working in Social Care before.
Here at Norfolk First Response we work with a reablement ethos, working alongside people in their homes to make a positive difference. We aim to help them regain their previous abilities within 6 weeks following a period of ill health or change in circumstances and our Support Workers (Reablement) are a key part of that.
Main duties of the job
The vacant post is 27.75 hours per week, working in Fakenham and surrounding areas. You will work a range of mornings (either 7.30am to 2pm or 8am to 2.30pm) and evenings (either 4.30 to 9pm or 5 to 10pm) with the hours averaged out over a two-week rota, enabling you to plan in advance to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
You need to be caring, empathetic and committed to making a difference to peoples lives with the ability to easily commute to peoples homes in North Norfolk so will need a full driving licence and access to a vehicle. However, you do not need previous experience as full training will be given.
About us
We offer a competitive salary, a range of employee benefits (including discounts on daily purchases) and: Time and a third for the weekend hours you work Paid time for travelling between carefully planned visits Paid business mileage Paid training time Support gaining your Care Certificate A work laptop and mobile phone A free DBS check Free uniform An office base in your area so you can meet with colleagues or your line manager when needed
Job description
Job responsibilities
With the knowledge and approval of the Reablement Practitioner, to work with service
users, in their own homes, as detailed in their service user plan and agreed outcomes by
providing active support to enable them to live as independently as possible and take
part in the activities of everyday life
To be an active part of the assessment &reablementprocess in delivering and
reviewing the service user plan
To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team liaising with other professionals and
services as necessary to provide the best possible care to service users and their carers
In view of the nature of the work, no information concerning service users must be
communicated to anyone who is not either employed by the Department or attending the
service user in a professional capacity
Job description Job responsibilities
With the knowledge and approval of the Reablement Practitioner, to work with service
users, in their own homes, as detailed in their service user plan and agreed outcomes by
providing active support to enable them to live as independently as possible and take
part in the activities of everyday life
To be an active part of the assessment &reablementprocess in delivering and
reviewing the service user plan
To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team liaising with other professionals and
services as necessary to provide the best possible care to service users and their carers
In view of the nature of the work, no information concerning service users must be
communicated to anyone who is not either employed by the Department or attending the
service user in a professional capacity
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Willingness to undertake specialist training including the Care Certificate which includes Moving & Handling and administration of medication. Willingness to undertake Key skills Maths and English Willingness to undertake social care level 2 Diploma Desirable
Key skills/GCSE in Maths and English NVQ2 (Care) or equivalent Experience
Essential
Experience of identifying and communicating peoples needs and preferences Experience of being part of a team member Full driving licence/provision of a vehicle as you may be required to travel to venues not accessible by public transport An understanding of the needs of elderly, disabled and other vulnerable people in the community Demonstrate a basic understanding of using ICT and mobile technology (smart phones/tablets) Desirable
Demonstrable knowledge of working in a care environment, preferably within a domiciliary care or informal setting Aptitudes/behaviours
Essential
An ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing. Can demonstrate an empathetic nature To be able to exercise judgement and initiative within the designated areas of responsibility Ability to prioritise own workload and be flexible Ability to work without direct supervision Suitability to work with vulnerable adults an enhanced DBS check will be undertaken and screening will be in accordance with the Health & Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulation 2010- schedule 3.
Person Specification Qualifications
Essential
Willingness to undertake specialist training including the Care Certificate which includes Moving & Handling and administration of medication. Willingness to undertake Key skills Maths and English Willingness to undertake social care level 2 Diploma Desirable
Key skills/GCSE in Maths and English NVQ2 (Care) or equivalent Experience
Essential
Experience of identifying and communicating peoples needs and preferences Experience of being part of a team member Full driving licence/provision of a vehicle as you may be required to travel to venues not accessible by public transport An understanding of the needs of elderly, disabled and other vulnerable people in the community Demonstrate a basic understanding of using ICT and mobile technology (smart phones/tablets) Desirable
Demonstrable knowledge of working in a care environment, preferably within a domiciliary care or informal setting Aptitudes/behaviours
Essential
An ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing. Can demonstrate an empathetic nature To be able to exercise judgement and initiative within the designated areas of responsibility Ability to prioritise own workload and be flexible Ability to work without direct supervision Suitability to work with vulnerable adults an enhanced DBS check will be undertaken and screening will be in accordance with the Health & Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulation 2010- schedule 3.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk County Council Address
Mill Lane
Aylsham
NR11 6WA
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