Support Worker-42 hours per week ( supported living role)
Job Description:
We're looking for enthusiastic applicants for a CARE ASSISTANTS/SUPPORT WORKERS for our services based West Yorkshire area: Wakefield, Castleford, Normanton, Crigglestone, Rothwell
- FULL-TIME,42 HOURS PER WEEK
- Shifts available: currently have day and night shift patterns available, working on a rolling rota
- Have the right to work without sponsorship in the next 12 months.Pay rate is £12.71 per hour, overtime +£1 per hour
- Experience required at least 6 months as healthcare assistant or Support worker in a care home or supported living location and to work without sponsorship for next 12-months
- Positive, with a can-do attitude
- Caring and empathetic
- Passionate about enhancing other people's lives.
- Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.
- Able to work flexibly shifts.
Requirements
What We Are Looking For:
- It is essential to have demonstrable support worker experience, working with service users who have been homeless and/or have complex needs including, mental health, substance misuse and domestic abuse etc.
- You must be able to assess service users' needs in order to plan and deliver effective and engaging support.
- You'll have strong organisational and communication skills – both written and verbally.
- You'll be able to manage risk, ensuring that all procedures are followed, and risk is managed appropriately.
- You'll have the ability to support service users in volunteering and community work involving group activities.
- You must be flexible to work weekends on a rota basis. You may on occasion be required to travel so access to a vehicle is desirable
- Ability to drive is desirable. Sometimes we need someone to drive a resident to his appointments.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with patients and colleagues
- Experience in care homes is advantageous
Benefits
- Full-time contract
- Working for an outstanding CQC rated
- A rewarding yet challenging role for the right candidate
- Meals at a discounted rate
- Free uniform
- 235 hours annual leave a year
- Educational opportunities: training provided and NVQ paid for.
- Progression to senior roles
- Training and development opportunities – leadership development
- Full and paid induction and ongoing learning
- Birthdays paid and off
- Staff member of the month rewards and gifts
- Fully paid induction and all training required
- Free DBS check
- Refer a friend scheme
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate support and assistance to clients in their homes, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Assist with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication administration, and personal care.
- Monitor and document clients' health and well-being, reporting any changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Engage clients in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
- Maintain clear communication with clients and their families, fostering a supportive environment.
- Administer medications following care plans and HIPAA regulations to maintain safety and compliance
- Use specialized equipment like Hoyer lifts for safe patient transfers and mobility assistance
- Document care activities accurately in compliance with healthcare standards and privacy laws
- Familiarity with medication administration, care plans, and patient monitoring protocols
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with residents, families, and healthcare professionals
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely using appropriate techniques or equipment such as Hoyer lifts
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, or other special needs
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and privacy of patient information
- Capable of working independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team in fast-paced settings
- Compassionate attitude with a focus on respectful resident-centered care
We CAN NOT provide sponsorship for this role, we are only looking for support workers with right to work in the UK.
We value accurate record-keeping, effective communication, and teamwork, all aimed at improving the lives of our residents, both young and old. If you share our commitment to excellence and compassion, we would love to hear from you.
Offer of employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references
To apply, click below and send us your updated CV and all required information .
Required Skills:
Leadership Development Overtime Support Access Development Effective Communication Healthcare Travel Communication Skills Preparation Administration Teamwork Training Leadership Communication