Empower Care and Support Ltd, is a service that supports adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health to be more independent. This includes assistance with community access, independence within the home and personal care.
We are opening a service in Coventry and Warwickshire and require carers to support service users. We are currently seeking Support Workers with expertise in supported living services to join our care and support team.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a background in caring for vulnerable individuals and managing behaviour that challenges.
Our available roles encompass daytime and nighttime hours, offering flexibility for both full-time and part-time positions. Our workplace is characterized by a secure environment and a relaxed dress code.
Job Summary:
Responsibilities of the Support Worker include.
- ·Medication administration,
- ·Personal care,
- ·Assistance with meals, housekeeping, laundry,
- ·Community Access
- Supporting service users in their own homes.
Candidates should maintain their care, support, and management skills at a current level and be willing to undergo necessary training and development for career advancement.
The Support Worker holds the responsibility of delivering services following established standards, legislative requirements, relevant regulations, and best practices. Financial plans will be aligned with those agreed upon with the Registered Manager.
Location:
Coventry, Warwickshire, West Midlands
Working Hours:
Approximately 37.5 hours per week, subject to goal achievement and covering vacant shifts.
Requirements:
- Minimum qualification of The Care Certificatate
- NVQ 2, NVQ3, NVQ 4
- Experience in managing challenging behaviour including Positive Behaviour Support and Restrabt
- Significant experience in caring for vulnerable individuals
A comprehensive training program is available for candidates including support with NVQ3 qualifications and NVQ 4 and 5 for the right candidates.
Benefits:
Excellent career progression opportunities
Company Profile:
Empower Care and Support specializes in providing care and support to individuals with assessed care needs, including learning disabilities, mental health diagnoses, autistic spectrum conditions, and sensory impairments. We are a growing and expanding company committed to recruiting committed employees to deliver high-quality supported living to individuals within their own homes.
Salary:
£10.45 per hour rising to £11.44
Benefits:
On-site parking
Day Range:
Every weekend, Monday to Friday
Physical Setting:
Care home, Sheltered housing
Shift:
12-hour shift, Day shift, Night shift
Experience:
1 year of care experience required
Work Location:
In person