Job Description: Support Assistant
Responsible To: Service Manager/Team Leader or other Manager as designated by the company
Short Description: The Support Assistant is responsible for delivering Service User centred support in accordance with management direction and in compliance with company processes and procedures.
Summary of Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate depending on experience
* 28 days annual leave (pro rata for part time hours)
* Full time and part time shifts available
* Company Pension Scheme Mileage paid for business use
* Car business insurance paid
* Enhanced Adult Workforce DBS paid
* Paid training – mandatory and care certificates
Specific Duties: The Support Assistant will be specifically responsible for:
* Supporting the Manager, Team Leader and Senior Staff in day to day operations of supported housing unit(s)
* Maximisation of SU interests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders; and implementation of each SUs support plan
* Safeguarding the rights and dignity of each SU Fostering of a positive environment in which SUs are actively engaged
* Conducting daily assessment of SUs mental and physical state; updating associated records and informing management
* Supporting SUs to build their confidence, self esteem and their ability to manage their mental health symptoms
* Personal delivery of physical and mental support to SUs
* Promoting SUs health and assist in their accurate medication
* Promoting SUs hygiene and personal presentation
* Supporting SUs with developing social skills and future independent living
* Supporting SUs with their daily living skills and domestic chores
* Supporting SUs with scheduling and attending appointments and day time activities.
* Supporting SUs to use public transport.
* Encouraging and motivating SUs into employment, voluntary work and/or education
* Maintaining the cleanliness, quality, security and safety of each home and individual service user accommodation.
Generic Duties: In addition to specific responsibilities, the SA will also be responsible for ensuring:
* The maintenance of confidentiality of all information unless otherwise permitted by management
* Full compliance with company’s vision, values, policies and procedures
* Compliance with legislation and GSCC Code of Conduct as reflected in company procedures
* Undergo training and professional development as directed by the company