CJP Outreach Services
Job Summary by the careerbalance.co.uk Team:
38Job Description:
Support Worker – Supported Living Service
Location: Bristol
Salary: £16 per hour
We’re currently forming a team to assist three residents in our newly upgraded supported living service, focusing on community support. This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated team of support workers. For this position, a background in care and support is necessary. We’re looking for individuals who can work independently, bring a friendly demeanour, and handle challenging situations. Our support extends to individuals with various disabilities, including learning disabilities, Huntington’s disease, Down’s syndrome, autism, and challenging behaviours.
Support will be provided 24/7 with staff ratios of one-to-one and two-to-one. Therefore, we’re seeking individuals who can contribute to our team on a rotational basis.
Working in care is more than just a job; it’s an exceptional opportunity to positively impact someone else’s journey. Care workers, committed to a person-centred approach, possess the ability to enhance lives through compassion, dedication, and a consistent presence for those who need it most. Each day, they contribute to maintaining an outstanding quality of care, ensuring that individual needs are not just met but surpassed. Whether it’s providing comfort during vulnerable moments or delivering essential support, care workers, through their daily actions, encapsulate the essence of creating a positive influence, aligning with the highest standards recognized by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Key Responsibilities
- Person-Centred Support: Provide empathetic and person-centred support tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals in the service.
- Challenging Behaviour Management: Effectively manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours in a calm and professional manner, promoting a safe and supportive environment.
- Mental Health Support: Work closely with individuals facing mental health challenges, offering emotional support, and assisting in accessing appropriate mental health services.
- Learning Difficulties Support: Help individuals with learning difficulties in daily activities, fostering independence and promoting skill development.
- Collaborative Approach: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, families, and external agencies, to ensure a holistic and integrated support plan.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of support provided, incidents, and individual progress. Generate reports as required.
- Promoting Independence: Encourage and enable individuals to develop and maintain their independence, making choices about their lives and participating in community activities.
- A full UK driving license and access to a car is essential for the role.
Benefits/Package
- Industry and bespoke training plan – tailored to meet the needs of the individuals you support
- Career development and ongoing training opportunities
- Full support and supervision
- Mileage reimbursement – increased recently to support the recent fuel price increases.
- Flexible work patterns
- Rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to an individual’s life.
- Working for an outstanding CQC rated provider.
The refer a friend scheme is worth £200 in total. This is split £100 after the person has worked 100 hours and then another £100 when they have passed probation (6 months usually).
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others?
If you are ready to contribute to a supportive and dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of those we care for, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Please contact our friendly recruitment team on if you would like to know more about this position.
Location: Bristol, Gloucestershire
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