Support Worker

Supporting a young adult with all aspects of personal care and daily living. Accessing the community and clubs that are of my interest. I enjoy music, cooking and going for walks. Supporting me to attend university, where I am currently studying philosophy. Assisting me with breaks in the UK.

About the employer:

This is direct employment by the young adult.

Main duties:

Social duties: for example, support to:

• Attending university
• Socialise with family and friends
• Attending weekend clubs
• Attend medical appointments
• Support with a rehabilitation programme
• Access the community and trips of the individuals' interests like swimming, shopping and restaurants.

Personal care: assisting with personal care needs and promoting independence, performing exercises/physiotherapy.

Domestic duties: include supporting the cooking and serving of nutritious meals and snacks, cleaning, changing linen, and laundry. Food shopping and meal planning.

These duties will vary each shift.

Type of person that you/they are looking for:

• Values: fun and playful, honest, reliable, punctual, committed, ability to build good relationships based on trust and respect, flexible, adaptable, easy-going, able to work alone, positive attitude, willing to travel, understands equality and diversity and has a good sense of humour.
• Specific requirements: experience working with people with complex conditions, including Cerebral Palsy, communication through AAC & poor executive function.
• Other: Due to the nature of this role, which includes medical/personal care, the potential employer will be considering female applicants only.

What you can expect to receive:

JR Clinical Training & Case Management is the regulated provider that provides training, induction, supervision, appraisals, and full support to successful candidates. Rolling four-week rota and every other weekend including days and sleeping nights.