This is an external vacancy and is not employment with East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Applicants wanted to work with a non-verbal 13-year-old boy with autism and severe learning disability with a small risk of absconding. He is a happy easy going young boy that enjoys a wide variety of activities such as arcades, listening to music. He also enjoys activities that are more active such as soft play centres and water play such as the use of bath bombs as this satisfies his sensory needs. He is friendly and enjoys the company of others both adult and peers.
This young person is also a fan of writing and to occupy himself will jot on his notepad along with drawing. This young person also likes to be very independent so may not communicate when he feels like he needs help with a task, so an applicant would have to be observant and proactive in their support. There are also very routine based and can become upset when a routine is not adhered to.
Applicants will need to be very punctual, patient and active with some understanding of SEN and managing challenging behaviours such as potential absconding in the community
The candidate must be a car owner, and a full driving licence is essential.
About the role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Encouraging the recipient to engage in activities.
* Helping to improve their social skills.
* Settling and supporting the individual.
* Keeping them safe in the community.
* Helping to fulfil their potential and aspirations.
* Attending/transporting the individual to social activities and appointments.
* Encouraging social interaction and inclusion and providing emotional support.
About the candidate
The suitable candidate must:
* Be conscientious and committed to providing support as necessary for the child.
* Be patient, caring and understanding.
* Be able to build a positive relationship with the child to both encourage and support them.
* Be flexible to meet the needs of the family.
* Have knowledge of working with or supporting a child with special needs.
Children and Young People, Specialist Services Direct Payments is an in-house service provided by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council to support families of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities to fulfil their potential and aspirations.
Whilst caring experience is always useful, you don’t necessarily need to have worked in care to be a great Direct Payment Worker, the right attitude and a person-centred approach is more important.
Travel
Some travel across East Riding of Yorkshire may be required, applicants must be able to transport themselves.
DBS/Medical check
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check.
Direct Payment Worker
Discover why the council is a great place to work
#J-18808-Ljbffr