Support Worker

Your new companyWe are currently working exclusively with a supported living service provider, who support people living in a range of accommodation styles which include individual flats, specialist single-story properties and shared houses. They are committed to delivering support to service users to suit their aspirational and individual needs.Your new roleAs a Support Worker, you will be providing outreach support to access the community, various supported living options and supporting those with complex physical, learning, or mental health needs and developmental disorders.In addition, you will be required to:- Support individuals to lead a full and active life in line with their wishes and choices, considering their assessed needs- Get to know people as individuals, what is important to them, how they want to be supported and what they want to achieve. - Have a flexible and innovative approach to facilitating and supporting the people who use our service in decision-making, promoting choice and involvement at all times.You will be working positively with others who have a role in the life of those we support, both within and outside the organisation, e.g. providing a point of contact service to the service users' circle (families and support workers).This is a permanent position which is based on a shift rotation, but there is flexibility with hours and shift lengths. Working hours are 37.5 - 42 hours per week with overtime offered, located in Chesterfield.What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will need to have at least 6 months experience working in care/support. You will also need the following:

• Be able to support people practically in their day-to-day lives by supporting them to access their community.
• Be able to meet the physical demands and personal care needs of the role.
• Demonstrate an ability to work according to the needs of the service and individual. This will include working on a 24-hour service.
• Demonstrate flexibility, resourcefulness and immediate problem-solving and decision-making.

What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive specific training to help you succeed in your role, as well as open up opportunities for career development and progression.Benefits also include:

• Additional one-day annual leave for birthday
• £500 bonus through their Recommend-A-Friend scheme
• Apprenticeships in Health & Social Care, Business and Leadership & Management
• Opportunities to develop through their Leadership Development Programme
• Competitive rates of pay
• Pension
• Health Cash back scheme
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees) increased to 30 based on length of service

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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