Residential Support Worker - Deaf Services
Salary: GBP12.69 - GBP13.31 + GBP32 Sleep in Rate
Full time and part time shifts available
CPD opportunities after successfully passing probation and fast-tracked career development for suitable candidates.
Overview
We are looking for individuals to support our young people in a residential home setting in Mid Devon. These individuals are profoundly deaf, and need support in their day to day life.
All of the young adults use British Sign Language to communicate and all communication is supported by AAC devices and visual imagery.
Some Knowledge of BSL is desired however courses would be offered in line with current experience and qualifications.
Specialist equipment and facilities are provided to support the challenges faced with the sensory loss, such as; specialist fire systems, vibrating pads, access to a minicom and internet connection for face time or skype.
As part of the team you will be working closely with other local organisations and services to offer a wide choice of activities, hobbies, educational input and support to attend Deaf events and integration into the Deaf community. As well as the day to day running of the home and supporting the residential daily needs.
We are looking for passionate and creative individuals to join our longstanding team and continue to provide outstanding care to our young people
You will be supported by a dedicated core team and on job training.
Requirements for DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice.
Responsibilities
* Support the day-to-day needs of our deaf young people in a residential home setting in Mid Devon.
* Collaborate with local organisations and services to provide activities, educational input and opportunities to engage with Deaf events and the Deaf community.
* Use specialist equipment and facilities to support communication and safety related to sensory loss (including fire systems, vibrating pads, minicom, and internet access for video calls).
* Contribute to the smooth running of the home and support residential daily routines.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Some knowledge of British Sign Language is desired; courses may be offered in line with experience and qualifications.
* DBS and reference checks will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment practices.
Benefits and Development
* CPD opportunities and fast-tracked career development for suitable candidates.
* On-the-job training and ongoing support from a dedicated core team.
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