Job Description
As a Support Worker you will work alongside adults with mental health issues, dual diagnosis due to substance misuse, learning disabilities and some individuals that may have behaviours that challenge. Service users are supported in their homes within a 24/7 supported living service and in the community to live the best life possible.
You will empower individuals to have choice and control over their own lives, develop skills to work towards independent living, and build strong and positive relationships.
You will work as part of a team to provide a dynamic supported living service, ensuring individuals receive a person centred, appropriate and safe service in their own homes.
Drivers only.
Job Title: Support Worker – Supported Living
Reporting to: Registered Manager, Operations Manager, Deputy Manager
Responsible to: Registered Manager
Male applicants only.
Main Duties
* Key work one or more individuals, meeting each person weekly to provide appropriate support. This may include providing advice, guidance and emotional support while maintaining professional boundaries.
* Support people with mental health difficulties and dual diagnosis due to substance misuse in line with their support plan, cultural needs and wishes.
* Support individuals to manage their own home, including maintaining tenancies and assisting with moving home where required.
* Provide personal care where required, including toileting and bathing, in line with support plans.
* Support and encourage individuals to make informed choices in line with the Mental Capacity Act.
* Assist and encourage engagement in home, social, leisure and work activities based on individual choice.
* Support health needs including medication administration and attending appointments.
* Maintain accurate, up to date records and reports in line with legislative and care standards.
* Support individuals with finances where required.
* Promote health, safety and wellbeing, including infection control and maintaining safe environments.
* Support positive lifestyle choices including healthy eating, exercise and hygiene.
* Safeguard vulnerable individuals, ensuring rights are upheld and concerns are escalated appropriately.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals.
* Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and participating in learning and development.
* Attend and participate in team meetings, supervision sessions and service user related meetings.
* Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.
Requirements
Skills and Knowledge
* Excellent verbal communication skills
* Creative mindset and positive attitude
* Counselling skills including active listening and a non judgemental approach
* Empathetic, sensitive and patient
* Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
* Flexible and open to change
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong understanding of mental health and the needs of this service user group
* Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005
* Knowledge of safeguarding in line with the Care Act 2014
* Proactive and solution focused approach
Working Hours and Environment
Support is provided in individuals’ homes and within the community. Shifts include days, evenings, weekends and overnight.
Qualifications and Experience
Previous experience working with adults with mental health needs, behaviours that challenge and learning disabilities within a supportive or caring role is essential.
An NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or similar) is desirable. All staff must be willing to work towards this qualification if not already held. Full training will be provided.
Drivers only – a full UK driving licence is required.
Enhanced DBS checks will be completed prior to employment.
Requirements
Requirements What You’ll Need A full UK driving licence Your own reliable vehicle Excellent spoken English The right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available) Ideally living within reasonable distance of the local area There is a genuine occupational requirement for female staff in line with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.