Senior Support Worker - Harrogate, United Kingdom - Priory Adult Care

Priory Adult Care

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Harrogate, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Priory Supported Living North Yorkshire provides assessment and support for adults living with a primary learning disability/ autism / Mental Health but may present complex conditions.

Our service offers 24/7 specialist supported living care which is designed to provide just the right level of support; we encourage individuals to develop the skills that they need to live as independently as possible.

We offer 1:1 and 2;1 staffing where required.

Within the homes we continually promote the development of social skills, independent living and personal responsibility.

We find that the people who are supported by Supported Living in North Yorkshire are very proud of their homes as they are directly involved in creating it.

Individuals are supported with daily duties such as cooking, doing laundry and cleaning, depending upon their ability.

Many enjoy the social occasions arranged by request of the tennants, such as: college, eating out, going shopping, going to music concerts, football or rugby matches, trips to theme parks and much, much more.

As an senior support worker you must be committed to working in a person centred way that promotes independence and social inclusion.

Whilst on shift you will be leading the staff team through the shift, ensuring handovers are completed efficiently and day to day checks/responsibilities are completed.

There are some admin duties as part of this roll such as evaluating care plans, staff supervisions and competencies.

You will be expected to provide support in a way that reflects the wishes and needs of the people you are supporting, and is consistent with their individual support plans.

You will support people to maintain a home of their own and to lead rich and fulfilled lives as valued and contributing members of their community.

You will be expected to comply with all regulation as defined in policies, in supervisions and in training sessions.

You will also be expected to attend supervisions, team meetings and training and ensure that you provide good communication to your manager and colleagues.

You should have initiative and motivation to work alone, as well as part of an established team.

You must be able to relate to people; be a good listener and communicator.

Personal Care maybe required as part of the job role.

Behaviours that may challenge may be shown within this job role therefore full training will be given.

However, you must demonstrate an understanding of the issues faced by people with learning disabilities and an enthusiasm for working and supporting them to take control of their lives.