Senior Support Worker
7 months ago
Job Introduction
We are currently seeking experienced Support Workers who are ready to make an immediate positive impact on people’s lives in supported living and independent living settings. As an integral part of our team, you will collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide essential support to vulnerable adults, assisting them with their daily tasks and activities. In addition, the role of a may also involve periods of lone working and personal care. As a Support Worker, you may be responsible for providing care and support to individuals in their own homes, where you may be the sole healthcare professional present, and shared settings as part of a team.
Main Responsibilities
As a Senior Support Worker, you will undertake a challenging yet highly rewarding role. Building upon the main responsibilities of a Support Worker, this senior position entails additional responsibilities and greater accountability. The following list outlines some of your key responsibilities while on assignment; however, it is not exhaustive:
- Competently working with individuals with varying challenging behaviours
- Assisting individuals with personal hygiene and dressing, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
- Safely aiding service users in their mobility, implementing appropriate techniques and equipment.
- Collaborating with fellow team members to perform moving and handling tasks safely and effectively.
- Assisting with meal service and providing support with feeding when required.
- Supporting individuals and groups in engaging with social and physical activities, promoting their well-being.
- Monitoring the health status of individuals under your care, promptly reporting any changes or concerns.
- Demonstrating clear and professional communication with clients, establishing a respectful and caring environment.
- Providing various levels of assistance with toileting needs, respecting individual preferences and maintaining privacy.
- Maintaining cleanliness, safety, and organization in all areas to ensure a comfortable and hazard-free environment.
- One of the duties that may be required as a Support Worker is to assist individuals on day trips and shopping trips.
- Be willing to work a minimum of 16 hours per week
- Hold the necessary qualifications required for the role, such as 6 months experience, a Care Certificate or NVQ level 2 in HSC etc
- Strong time management skills, ensuring efficient and effective task completion.
- Excellent communication skills to facilitate clear and compassionate interactions with individuals and colleagues.
- Demonstrate our core values of honesty and reliability, acting with integrity and dependability.
- Display compassion and empathy, with a genuine dedication to delivering exceptional care and service.
- Thrive in a team environment, fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture.
- Embrace a growth mindset, actively seeking opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Uphold the highest ethical standards, maintaining client confidentiality and respecting professional boundaries.
- Be organized and able to prioritize tasks effectively, adapting to changing needs and priorities.
- Develop strong relationships with clients, promoting trust and collaboration.
- Possess reliable transportation to the workplace, as some locations may not be easily accessible via public transportation.
If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual who meets these criteria, we invite you to join our team of exceptional Support Workers. Together, we can make a positive impact on the well-being of those we care for.
About The Company
Take Five Healthcare is a trusted recruitment agency and training provider specializing in delivering temporary and permanent staffing solutions to the Health & Social Care sector. With a strong presence in the Gloucestershire region since 2015, we have established an exceptional reputation.
As a family-run business, we hold true to genuine family values, with honesty and reliability forming the core of our operations. We extend our support to various care and nursing homes, community care providers, hospices, supported living facilities, as well as learning and working environments.
Our unwavering vision has always been to provide an ethical, honest, and dependable service that our clients can rely on. We are guided by a clear set of essential principles, fostering a culture that instils pride within our team. At Take Five Healthcare, we are known for our friendly and supportive approach, placing the needs of both our clients and workers at the forefront of everything we do.
What sets us apart goes beyond our high ethical standards and professionalism. We are committed to creating meaningful differences in the Health & Social Care industry.
Package Description
Take Five Healthcare is a thriving Health & Social Care agency, recognised as a prominent provider of staffing support in Gloucestershire and the surrounding regions.
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