ADULT SUPPORT WORKER- CHESTERFIELD
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Full Job Description
Your new company
Our client offers person-centred, independent
living options across the whole care pathway - including outreach
support to access the community, various supported living options and
supporting those with complex physical, learning or mental health
needs and developmental disorders. Every person they support has their
own tenancy agreement and their own from door - the emphasis is on
delivering support that is grounded in the individuals needs, wishes
and aspirations of the person receiving it. The organisation pride
themselves on positive risk-taking and working in a person-centred way
at all times.
Your new role
To provide support
to individuals in order to enable them to achieve as much independence
and autonomy as possible and participate in a wide range of
experiences of their choosing.
All employees in this role
are required to be vigilant and proactive in reporting any
safeguarding concerns they may have about vulnerable individuals in
their care. This includes reporting concerns about abuse, neglect, and
exploitation, as well as concerns about the general wellbeing of
vulnerable individuals. As such, Area Managers, Team Managers, and
Support Workers must be fully aware of their
responsibility.
What you'll need to succeed
A
minimum of 1 year's experience working as a Support Worker, we will
consider experience with various client groups or lived experience
that is recent.
Job Description
Support and
Care
Support individuals to lead a full and active life in line
with their wishes and choices, considering their assessed needs. Get
to know people as individuals, what is important to them, how they
want to be supported and what they want to achieve. Have a flexible
and innovative approach to facilitating and supporting the people who
use our service in decision-making, promoting choice and involvement
at all times.
Provide individuals with emotional support when
needed whilst maintaining a person-centred approach with all aspects
of individuals' support, adapting to their different individual
needs.
Support individuals to participate in their chosen
activities and to access other services and facilities within their
community.
Support individuals in achieving their outcomes in the
way that they choose.
Support individuals to maintain and extend an
appropriate circle of support (friends, family etc) in accordance with
their wishes.
Support individuals to manage their finances
responsibly as required in accordance with safeguarding procedures,
support plans and risk assessments in line with the organisation's
policies and procedures.
Support individuals to manage their
medication responsibly as required in accordance with safeguarding
procedures, support plans and risk assessments in line with the
organisation's policies and procedures and following any other
relevant guidance provided by health professionals. In registered
services, NICE guidelines will also apply.
Support individuals
to maintain a clean and safe environment appropriate to their
needs.
Team Working
Work positively with others
who have a role in the life of those we support, both within and
outside the organisation.
Provide an informal point of contact
for those in the service user's circle of support (e.g. families,
social workers)
Contribute to positive team-work, ensuring
consistency by following, reviewing and updating agreed support
plans.
Attend and participate in individuals' reviews as
required.
Attend and participate in regular individual and group
supervisions, implementing agreed action plans.
Contribute to a
working environment that enables new and existing staff to feel valued
and able to seek guidance if needed.
Work positively with
colleagues in order to ensure difficulties are resolved as a team
(e.g. staffing services)
Ensure communication is positive and
professional at all times, whether spoken or written
Present
the service in a positive light and be proactive in making suggestions
for how to improve the service.
Planning, Organising and
Recording
Ensure relevant records are accurately maintained and
completed in a timely manner consistent with organisational policies
and procedures.
Accurately report and record any incidents and
accidents to the appropriate persons, in line with policy and
procedures including the use of ERIC (Eden Recording Information
Collecting system)
Maintain accurate finance records for
individuals in line with organisational guidelines, policies and
procedures.
Accurately report and record any issues related to the
care and support of individuals in order to effectively monitor their
health and wellbeing, in line with regulatory
requirements.
Participate in the assessment, planning,
implementation and evaluation of support and care plans in partnership
with individuals and others involved in their
support.
Health and Safety
Be familiar with and work
within the health and safety policy and procedures, following agreed
risk assessments and risk management plans. Be responsible for
complying with Health and Safety regulations and have regard for the
health, safety and welfare of self and others.
Conduct fire
drills and test alarms, smoke detectors and other safety equipment as
required.
Ensure Health and Safety folders are accurately completed
in a timely manner.
Report any issues, incidents or concerns in
respect of Health and Safety to the line manager or local Health and
Safety Advisor.
Use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) provided in
line with guidance and training at all times as appropriate.
Use
all other equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and
organisational guidelines and training.
What you'll get in
return
Comprehensive Induction Programme including paid time to
attend
Competitive rates of pay
Pension
Continuous learning
and development opportunities, including access to bespoke
training
Health cash back scheme
28 days annual leave for
full-time employees increases to a maximum of 30 days based on length
of service
Additionally, one day annual leave for your
birthday!
500 recommend a friend scheme
Apprenticeships in
Health & Social Care, Business Leadership &
Management
Opportunities to develop through our Leadership
Development Programme
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