Peripatetic Social Care Worker - ORK08958 - Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom - Binnen Verkoop Ondersteuning BV

Description

ORKNEY HEALTH & CARE

All Age Learning Disabilities, Short Breaks and Supported Living Network

Job Description:

The All Age Learning Disabilities Short Breaks and Supported Living Network services provide a wide range of high-quality support services for adults who have Learning Disabilities and their families.

This includes supporting adults in their own homes in the community and a Short Breaks (Respite) Service. The post is predominantly based in the Supported Living Network part of the service; however, candidates must demonstrate a willingness to work across a range of services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and key work individuals across the service
• Provide flexible and responsive care to service users within the Supported Living Network setting
• Use the re-ablement approach to maximise and maintain independence and access community facilities

Requirements:

• Suitable qualification in Social Care (SVQ 2 or equivalent)
• Registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults within 5 years of appointment
• Ability to travel efficiently between various work locations within Orkney
• Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme

Person Specification:

• Strong sense of professionalism
• Sound knowledge of social inclusion, care planning, and risk assessment
• Familiarity with National Care Standards and Care Inspectorate standards