Support Worker

About UsDay Opportunity Service providing person-centred support for people over the age of 18. We support people who have a variety of care and support needs (people who have a learning and or physical disability, mental health needs, older people livingwith dementia, acquired brain injury).The Day Opportunity Hub has a variety of areas supporting; -Accessible training kitchenSensory suiteDrama studioArt and CraftRelax and RememberMusic, Dance, FitnessComputer suiteAbout The JobSalary: £19,650 to £20,043per annum Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) Contract Length: Permanent Location: Burnside Centre, Burgess Hill Interview Date: TBC (Microsoft Teams)Do you want to support people to grow in confidence and a desire to develop their ability to dothe things they want to?Burnside Centre are looking for a passionate and highly motivated Support Worker to join our dedicated Day Opportunities team.We are looking for a Support Worker who:Supports people to be actively involved in their local communityEmpowerspeople to live the life they chooseSupport people to have the opportunities to learn, volunteer and obtain paid workListen to people and treat all with respect, kindness and dignityEnsure people have opportunity to be involved in/Co-produce every aspect oftheir care and supportSupport people to maintain friendships/relationships important to them and to make new friendships/relationshipsSupport people to maintain their healthIf you would like to join our dynamic team, take a look at the attached job descriptionand see if you have the skills, qualifications, and experience to be a Support Worker here at Burnside CentreExperience and Skills(These will be used as the shortlisting criteria)Key Skills:A basic understanding of the needs of the people you will be supportingand their rights as an individual.You will understand individual situations and be able to identify basic practical solutions. Be kind, supportive, encouraging and non-judgemental whilst building on people's strengths that support people's goals. Sharing communicationat the daily handover to ensure there is a continuity of care and to write daily records for the people you support.Able to communicate clearly with the people who use the service and participate in conversations with family members and paid/unpaid carersand professionals/ colleagues from time to time.The ability to adapt communication appropriately and use suitable tools where needed (e.g. basic Makaton), along with being aware of the sensitivities of language when working with a diverse range of people.Qualificationsand/or experience:Adult Care Worker - Level 2 or equivalent is desirable. If you are new to care or have experience in care and do not have this qualification, there is a requirement for you to begin within the first 6 months of starting in role.Basic literacyand numeracy skills in order to record and document activities.Basic knowledge of Health and Safety practice, First Aid and Fire procedures, Moving and Handling of people is also desirable.Post holder will hold a UK full driving license - desirable but notessential.Rewards and BenefitsIn addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:24 days annual leave + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annuallyAccess to a generous, defined benefit pension schemeArange of flexible working optionsTraining and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoringHealth and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash PlansDiscountedmembership at selected local sports and fitness centresFurther InformationTo apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employmentare covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and freefrom all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regardingyour eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.