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This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and experienced support worker to step up. You will support adults with learning disabilities and autism, who have complex needs, to lead the best life possible. At our Peterhead services, we support vulnerable adults living in the community to live the best lives possible by providing person-centred support to help them live as independently as possible. Each person we support has their own support plan, which details what support they would need. We provide support 24 hours a day from Monday - Sunday and all contracted staff would be required to work some weekends.
Job Responsibility:
Support adults with learning disabilities and autism who have complex needs to lead the best life possible
Provide person-centred support to help them live as independently as possible
Support in all aspects of daily lives
Helping with personal care
Medication administration
Financial support
Attending community groups
Preparing meals
Attending social activities
Be a brilliant mentor and share skills and experiences with colleagues
Requirements:
Level 3 in Social Care
Strong experience in mental health, autism and sensory communication, and physical health
Experience in social care (if no qualification)
Patience
Empathy, compassion and sensitivity to others
A strong work ethic
Reliability
Honesty
Determination
A problem solver
Resilience
Positive and motivated person
Flexible individuals keen to support people to try new activities
Provide positive reassurance and guidance to help improve independent living skills
Must share company values: We Include
We Deliver
We Aspire
We Respect
We Enable
What we offer:
28 days annual leave inclusive of statutory bank holidays
Pension Scheme
No uniform - we wear our casual clothes
Flexible working hours and shift patterns
We will pay for your DBS / PVG
We are based in one location, so no need to be a car driver
Guaranteed & Contracted Hours
Shopping Discounts Scheme
Ongoing continued professional development and progression opportunities
Recommend a Friend Bonus scheme
Financial Hardship Fund
Investment in your wellbeing
Specialist training including Positive Behaviour Support methods, Makaton and the Picture Exchange System