Support Worker

  • Morley
  • Dimensions
Experienced Support Workers £12.83 per hourFull-time / Part-Time contracts availableMorley / Churwell area Full UK Driving Licence Essential (Automatic) -----------------------------------------------Are you an experienced Support Worker with a passion for making a difference? If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!------------------------------------------------Who will I be supporting?  A young lady in her early 30s who has a learning disability & a personality disorderShe is settling into her lovely supported living homeShe’s a chatty lady who likes to socialiseShe owns her own cat so you must be comfortable being around cats.She requires 2:1 support at all times so you will be working alongside a colleagueShe has a wide range of interests and loves a variety of activities so you must be confident supporting her in anything she might choose to do.What will I be doing?  You will be supporting this lady to be herself and achieve her goals whilst managing her risk in the communityShe is independent when it comes to her personal care but appreciates some friendly reminders and encouragementShe appreciates prompting/active support with her meal preparation, medication, grocery shopping and household tasks including cooking, cleaning and laundryShe will soon be getting her very own Motability car so it is desirable that you have a Full, clean, UK License. You will need a sound understanding of risk management to maintain appropriate structures and boundaries that will enable you to support this young lady to reach her goals whilst living safely in the communitySpecialised positive behaviour support will be provided but it’s essential that you’ve supported people with complex behavioural, emotional and/or mental health needs previously.What shifts are available?  Variety of shift patterns available however are generally 8am -10pm with a sleep-in afterwards. Having flexibility towards working across both weekdays & weekends is essential.Rotas are provided at least 4 weeks in advance to support a healthy work life balance - something we're very passionate about! Why choose Dimensions?  30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leaveRefer a friend to us and if they’re successfully employed, you’ll receive a £200 bonusPaid training and options to further develop your career through funded accredited coursesA Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships are also availableSalary advance scheme where you can access 50% of the money you've earned before pay day Other important information: