Overview
Support Worker (Community Outreach) - Okehampton
Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in people\'s lives? This role offers a unique chance to contribute to your community while developing your career in Health & Social Care.
Why This Role Stands Out
* Competitive Pay: Earn £13.25 per hour on weekdays, £13.50 per hour on weekends, and £70.50 per sleep-in.
* Completion Bonus: £500 payable to you on completion of the Care Certificate.
* Generous Leave: Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave, with enhanced pay on Christmas Day and New Year\'s Day.
* Pension Scheme: Benefit from a money purchase scheme with both employee and employer contributions.
* Recognition: Be celebrated for going \'above & beyond\' with an employee recognition programme.
* Supportive Environment: Access excellent support 24/7, comprehensive training, and leadership from a dedicated team.
* Additional Perks: Company mobile phone, casual dress policy, referral bonuses, and a bike-to-work scheme.
Role Overview
As a Community Outreach Worker, you will enable individuals to live independently and safely in their own homes. You will work closely with a team to ensure the emotional, social, medical, and material needs of the people you support are met. While you will have a monthly rota, this role requires flexibility, including evening, weekend, and sleep-in shifts, sometimes at short notice.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with daily routines such as cooking, shopping, and housework.
* Support individuals in making decisions and managing their budgets.
* Provide personal care, including bathing and medication administration.
* Promote healthy lifestyles and community integration.
* Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with the Care Act 2014 and Care Quality Commission standards.
Skills and Experience
* Essential: Clear communication, good listening skills, flexibility, reliability, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A clean driving licence with own transport.
* Desirable: Experience supporting people with disabilities, a Diploma Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care, and knowledge of the Care Act 2014.
Personal Attributes
* Respectful and empowering, committed to supporting individuals to achieve their potential.
* Self-aware, with good time-keeping, attendance, and reliability.
* Willing to learn, question, and improve practices.
Join a team that values your contribution and supports your professional growth. This role is not just a job; it\'s a chance to make a meaningful impact every day.
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