Looking for support worker jobs in Conwy? The job description is for you.
Reference: DEC20243225
Location: Conwy
Salary: £12.14 per hour
Contract Type: Full Time and Part Time Available
Closing Date: 13:00, Friday, 31 January 2025
Benefits
- Annual Leave: 25 days (increasing to 30 days after 5 years).
- Flexible Shifts: Supportive patterns to meet your needs.
- Qualifications Support: Opportunities to achieve necessary qualifications.
- Pension Scheme: Generous employer contributions.
- Employee Assistance Programme: Access to professional support services.
Driver Requirement: A valid driving license and access to your own vehicle are essential for this role.
Role Overview
As a Support Worker, you will empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives by promoting independence, confidence, and personal choice. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s daily lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Encourage Independence:
- Support individuals in making their own decisions, from everyday choices (e.g., meals and clothing) to significant life decisions (e.g., finances, holidays, or housing).
- Facilitate structured activities that build confidence and develop skills.
- Support Responsibilities:
- Assist individuals in fulfilling responsibilities such as paying bills, maintaining their homes, and fostering relationships with neighbors, friends, and family.
- Enable participation in company-related activities, such as training, staff recruitment, and house meetings.
How You Will Achieve This
You will:
- Assist with routine household tasks and intimate personal care, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
- Communicate effectively, adapting your style to suit different situations and individuals.
- Advocate for those you support and liaise with professionals inside and outside the organization.
- Maintain clear and empathetic written records of events.
- Use basic computer skills to keep records and access information.
- Observe and report on key developments in individuals’ lives.
- Collaborate effectively as part of a team while maintaining consistent standards.
- Be proactive, organized, and creative in addressing challenges.
- Record and manage finances responsibly.
Skills and Competencies Required
- Patience, empathy, and understanding of respect and dignity.
- Strong observational and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to adapt communication for various audiences.
- Teamwork and organizational skills.
- Basic IT proficiency.
- Creativity and problem-solving.
How to Apply
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We look forward to welcoming someone passionate about making a difference to our team.
