Youth Support Specialist

3 weeks ago

Rotherham, Rotherham, United Kingdom Aperta Care Ltd Full time

Position Overview

At Aperta Care Ltd, we are dedicated to empowering Children, Young People, and Adults to lead fulfilling and independent lives. Our mission is to help our clients flourish.

Are you a dependable individual eager to play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of children and young people with diverse needs?

Do you aspire to be part of a compassionate and supportive team that values its members and invests in their growth?

Are you passionate about supporting children and looking to expand your skill set?

Do you want to join an organization that prioritizes employee satisfaction and boasts a high retention rate?

As a professional, you will actively engage with your clients, ensuring their care and support needs are met. Your role will center on fostering meaningful interactions and building professional relationships with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals involved in their care.

Our Youth Support Specialists play a vital role in assisting clients in achieving their personal objectives, such as attending educational institutions and developing independent living skills.

Our exceptional Training Academy will equip you with the necessary skills tailored to your clients' needs, ensuring your competence in the role. You will receive ongoing support and guidance from our management team to facilitate your career progression.

Key Responsibilities

We have openings for both DAY and NIGHT shifts, with options for PART TIME and FULL TIME positions. As a Youth Support Specialist, you will work consistent BLOCK HOUR shifts with designated clients.

Support visits can range from 4 to 12 hours at a time, ensuring our clients receive one-on-one or two-on-one assistance at all times.

You will follow a two-week rolling schedule, which includes working alternate weekends as part of the role.

Your responsibilities will include assisting individuals with daily living activities such as:

  • Attending educational settings
  • Providing support during leisure activities
  • Assisting with personal care
  • Meeting nutritional and hydration needs (including specialized feeding techniques)
  • Administering medication
  • Facilitating community engagement through activities such as:
    • Visiting parks
    • Going bowling
    • Swimming
    • Participating in arts and crafts
    • Shopping
    • Exploring museums
    • Dining out

About Aperta Care Ltd

What We Seek:

Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for working with children and young people, coupled with a commitment to positively impacting their lives.

Team Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills, as you will work closely with colleagues, families, and other professionals.

Flexibility: The ability to adapt to the unique requirements of each child, creating a personalized support approach.

Punctuality, Reliability, and Flexibility are essential traits for our Support Specialists, as they are crucial for our clients and their families.

Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are vital, as our Support Specialists need to document client data using a straightforward and secure application.

Our Staff Enjoy:

  • Top-tier training and support
  • Competitive compensation
  • Pension benefits
  • Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme
  • Referral bonuses for recommending friends with a caring nature
  • A paid day off for your birthday
  • Opportunities for career advancement

Job Responsibilities

Reporting Structure:

Reports to the Case Leader.

Role Summary:

To collaborate with other staff in addressing the personal care and support needs of clients in a manner that respects their dignity and promotes independence. The care and support provided by Youth Support Specialists are expected to encompass assistance that would typically be offered by family members and should not include tasks that require a trained nurse.

Principal Duties:

  • Assist clients with morning and evening routines, including dressing, bathing, and toileting.
  • Support clients with mobility and physical disabilities, including the use of personal aids.
  • Accompany clients on community outings, such as shopping or recreational activities.
  • Provide care for clients who are temporarily unwell, including assistance with feeding.
  • Support clients with terminal illnesses.
  • Encourage mental and physical activities through conversation, outings, and hobbies.
  • Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as making beds and tidying up.
  • Assist clients in educational settings.
  • Support clients with complex health conditions when applicable.
  • Prepare and serve light meals, including cleaning up afterward.
  • Document reports and participate in client reviews and training.
  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures consistently.
  • Report any significant changes in a client's health or circumstances to the Case Leader or Care Manager.
  • Promote client independence whenever possible.

Personal Attributes:

Successful candidates will possess the following qualities:

  • Self-motivated and well-organized.
  • Flexible and adaptable.
  • Punctual and reliable.
  • Caring and sensitive to the needs of others.
  • Ability to use initiative.
  • Effective communication skills.

Experience Requirements:

Essential:

  • Experience in the childcare sector.
  • Experience in the Health and Social Care sector.

Desirable:

  • Experience in Community Support Work.

Qualifications:

Essential:

  • GCSE English.

Desirable:

  • Health and Social Care qualifications Level 1-3.

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