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We currently have Male Support Worker opportunities for caring, enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals to join our independent supported living team in Wick. You will be committed and dedicated to supporting a young gentleman with Autism. The gentleman we support is an active member of his local community who enjoys being outdoors and physically active. He enjoys swimming in his pool, family and friends time and runs out in his car. Shift patterns will vary across Monday-Friday during school hours. 28 hours or 14 hours per week.
Job Responsibility:
Work in a flexible and customer-led manner that meets the needs and preferences of people we support
Enable the person to live the life they choose
Support with medication
Cooking
Assisting and prompting with personal care
Maintaining the homes of people supported
Managing their finances
Supporting with activities and goals (e.g., swimming, family time, runs in the car)
Requirements:
Passionate and eager to learn person centred routines and preferences
Patient and understanding of individuals needs and behaviours
Ability to follow a detailed person centred care and support plan
Commitment and dedication to supporting a young gentleman with Autism
Can drive and can support with activities and goals
Male colleague (genuine occupational requirement)
Values: Patience
Empathy, compassion and sensitivity to others
A strong work ethic
Reliability
Honesty
Determination
A problem solver
Resilience
Nice to have:
Experience of Autism, Sensory processing and ARFID
What we offer:
28 Days annual leave inclusive of statutory bank holidays (pro-rata for part time)
Pension Scheme
No uniform - we wear our casual clothes
Flexible Working Hours & Shift patterns
We will pay for your PVG check
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
All training, support and personal protective equipment provided