Support Worker Learning Disabilities - Calderdale, United Kingdom - The Mayfield Trust

The Mayfield Trust

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Calderdale, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Vacancy Description:

CANDIDATES MUST BE AGED 21 OR OVER AND HELD A FULL DRIVING LICENCE FOR AT LEAST 2 YEARS (This is a requirement for driving our minibuses).

You will be helping people live life to the full; developing positive relationships with team members and those you support is a key part of your responsibilities.

Everyone is an individual and the support you provide must align to this need.

You will be working with service users on a needs led basis and delivering specific support needs alongside the person's care plan.

In general terms this will be supporting people with life skills, helping people develop and attain a level of independence, and supporting people to be active citizens in their local community.

You will be responsible for documenting any observations alongside the person's care plan to form part of the multidisciplinary team.

You will be attending meetings to ensure the best possible outcomes can be achieved in respect of health, social need and person centred aspirations.

Skills Required:

Must have;
Good communications skills both written and verbal

Emotional and mental strength

Good level of English and Maths

Ability to build good rapport with service users, outside agencies and staff.

Patience and attention to detail

Ability to work as part of a team and use own initiative

Highly organised & motivated

Qualifications Preferred:

Minimum level equivalent to Grade C English & Maths

Level 2 Health & Social Care / Care Certificate

Personal Qualities:

Caring

Self-motivated people

Flexible

Natural empathy

Trust worthy and reliable.

Creativity

Open mindedness

Patience

Positive outlook.

Strong work ethic

Smart and well presented.

Be friendly and helpful.

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent

Salary:
From £11.27 per hour

Benefits: