Support Worker

10 hours ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Committed Support Full time

**Overview**

**Duties**
- Working both individually, and as part a team, to build productive relationships with individuals.
- Support, listen, guide and signpost individuals to allow them to receive the required support to manage their physical environment.
- Ability to build relationships on 121 basis, as well as within a group environment, to provide key support and enhance personal wellbeing
- Carry out regular building health and safety inspections, identifying risk factors, responding accordingly, and carrying out basic repairs where required.
- To ensure that the standards of the building are maintained by following designated tasks, whilst maintaining a high level of cleanliness, meeting all legal and statutory requirements to operate safely, effectively and efficiently.
- Empower individuals to improve their life skills through the delivery of workshops/activity sessions and/or signpost to external agencies who can support in this area.
- Ensure that full written reports, documentation and internal systems are updated accordingly, in line with selected services policies and procedures, whilst always maintaining a high level of confidentiality and adhering to GDPR
- Supporting residents to gain independent living skills such as cooking activities, shopping, use of the washing machine.
- Supporting residents to appointments within the community such as attending probation, drug and alcohol services, doctors' appointments etc.
- Building robust move on plans and supporting residents to independent living
- Leading on activities to engage residents in meaningful use of time.
- Signposting and making referrals to other agencies such as domestic abuse services, drug and alcohol services, mental health etc.
- Raising safeguarding referrals, MARACS, MAPPA and attending multi-agency meetings
- Carrying out allocated daily cleaning tasks

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience in Support Services setting or similar environments is highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and their families.
- Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- A caring attitude towards individuals in need of support and a commitment to providing high-quality care. Join our team of dedicated professionals who are making a difference in the lives of those we serve
- Proficiency in IT systems for maintaining patient records and documentation.
- Strong understanding of care plans and the ability to implement them effectively.
- Excellent command of English, both spoken and written, for clear communication with patients and colleagues.
- Empathy, patience, and strong interpersonal skills are essential for building trust with patients.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: £13.00-£18.00 per hour

Application question(s):

- Must have min 6 months UK experience

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

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