Support Worker/ Community Connector - Thanington, United Kingdom - East Kent Mencap

East Kent Mencap

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Thanington, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Location:
Thanet

Contract:
Full time, Fixed Term Contract

Salary:
£10.42 per hour

About East Kent Mencap:

East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing opportunities and choices for individuals with a learning disability.

We believe in promoting independence and supporting people to lead the life they choose and be part of their local community.

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Community Inclusion Advocate to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of people with a learning disability in East Kent.

East Kent Mencap is a registered charity.

We have been awarded funding from the National Lottery Community Fund for a Community Connector to support people with a learning disability who are struggling with social isolation.

They will work closely with ourGOLD (Getting On with Learning Difficulties), a project for people with a learning disability in Thanet, who do not receive statutory funding or are moving out of the welfare system.

The GOLD project is led by people with a learning disability, supportingthem to have their voices heard and listened to in their local community.

Job Purpose:

This role is a fixed-term opportunity of 3 years and is a role that will develop and change over time as projects evolve.

East Kent Mencap is looking for a committed, enthusiastic individual to join our GOLD project, working with people with learning difficulties to connect them with community groups and organisations in Thanet.

The Community Connector will support and encouragethem to participate in their local community to increase their social network and reduce their isolation.

Key Responsibilities:

Advocating for the rights and needs of people with learning disabilities and their families within the community.
Supporting people to gain skills and confidence to selfadvocate.
Maintaining and growing the GOLD database of over 100 organisations.
Providing information and guidance to people with a learning disability and their families
Supporting individuals with a learning disability to develop skills that enhance their ability to participate fully in community life, such as communication, decisionmaking, problemsolving and emotional support
You will encourage people to increase their confidence and selfesteem, feel less socially isolated, develop skills, become more resilient, and take an active role in their community by getting involved in local projects.
You will be a friendly face in a complicated world, and you will make a real difference in the lives of people who may not have any other form of consistent support.
Facilitating community events and activities that promote social interaction and inclusion for people with a learning disability.
Advocating for accessibility and accommodations in public spaces and services to ensure that people with a learning disability can fully participate in community life.
Working collaboratively with other advocates, service providers, and community organisations to promote inclusion, and reduce stigma and discrimination.
To increase sustainability, you will support the delivery of additional externally funded projects.
You will support people at an early stage of transition as they prepare to leave statutory services
Monitoring and evaluating the impact of advocacy efforts on the lives of people with a learning disability and their families.

Person Requirements:

Experience of working with individuals with a learning disability
A commitment to promoting independence and enabling people to achieve their goals and aspirations
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with and without a learning disability
Experience in supporting project work
Excellent organisational and timemanagement skills

We offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package (including cycle to work, shopping and recreation discounts, flexible working, length of service holidays and sickness cover, and an employee assistance programme)
Ongoing training and development opportunities
A supportive and inclusive working environment
The chance to make a positive impact in the lives of those we support
If you are a dedicated and compassionate person looking for a rewarding new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

To apply
Please submit your CV.

A cover letter is optional but we love to hear about why you are interested in this role and how you meet the requirements.

Closing date: 8th April 2023

You may have experience of the following: Community Connector, Link Worker, Link Working, Social Prescribing, Mental Health, Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, Welfare, etc.

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