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Acuity Care Group

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Southampton

AI generated summary

  • You should possess strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to provide personal care and support to clients. Experience in care or healthcare is preferred.
  • You will assist clients with daily living activities, provide emotional support, maintain records, ensure safety, and promote independence while fostering a positive environment.

Requirements

  • Previous experience working with individuals with Autism and mental health diagnoses.
  • Unfortunately, we cannot provide VISA sponsorship and we do not hire on a relocation basis, you must currently be based in/around the Totton area and able to commute.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with individuals requiring care.
  • Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Empathy, patience, and compassion when interacting with individuals in need of support.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet varying care needs.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Willingness to undergo additional training and development as required.
  • Previous experience of supporting individuals with Autism.
  • Previous experience of supporting individuals with mental health diagnoses.
  • Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
  • Full UK drivers licence.

Responsibilities

  • Support with all facets of daily living.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive environment.
  • Ensure the individual's safety and well-being at all times.
  • Communicate effectively with the individual and other team members.
  • Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy.
  • Adhere to care plans and guidelines provided.
  • Aid with light household chores which may include cooking, cleaning.
  • Assist with all aspects of daily living and have the ability to help someone build everyday life skills. (Cooking, cleaning, shopping and planning)
  • Joining in at the gym and being involved in workouts.
  • Helping to plan and organise leisure opportunities such as seeing favourite bands, walking, places of interest etc.
  • Watching plays with them and joining in active interests. (You will need to be willing to learn about these)
  • Helping with homework.

FAQs

What is the pay rate for the Support Worker position?

The pay rate for the Support Worker position is £13.50, and employees are paid weekly.

What are the required shift patterns for this role?

The shift patterns for this role are 8am-8pm and 8pm-8am.

Is previous experience necessary for this position?

Yes, previous experience working with individuals with Autism and mental health diagnoses is required for this position.

Do you provide VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance?

Unfortunately, we cannot provide VISA sponsorship, and we do not hire on a relocation basis. Applicants must currently be based in or around the Totton area and be able to commute.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Support Worker in this role?

The primary responsibilities include supporting the individual's daily living activities, fostering a supportive environment, ensuring safety and well-being, effective communication, adhering to care plans, assisting with light household chores, engaging in leisure activities, and helping with homework.

What skills and qualities are necessary for this position?

Necessary skills and qualities include effective communication, attention to detail, empathy, patience, adaptability, collaborative teamwork, enthusiasm for learning, and holding a full UK driver's license.

What training and development opportunities are offered?

We offer ongoing training and development opportunities, access to NVQs in Health and Social Care, and a chance for career progression within the organization.

What benefits can Support Workers expect?

Benefits include access to Westfield Rewards, a Westfield Health Cash Plan, a blue light discount scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, pension enrollment, and a referral scheme that rewards up to £500 when referring a friend or family member.

Who does the Support Worker work with in this role?

The Support Worker will be supporting a young person with Autism who enjoys activities like going for long walks, bowling, and playing pool.

Is there room for progression in this job?

Yes, there are progression opportunities within the organization, allowing support workers to develop their careers and take on additional responsibilities.

Acuity Care Group

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Acuity Care Group has continued to grow steadily, by providing both high quality and high acuity services throughout the UK. The majority of our services are commissioned by Clinical Commissioning Groups but we also provide services to local authority commissioners. Acuity Care Group encompasses a range of services within the complex care space. Our aim is to support and assist our companies in any way we can to provide outstanding, bespoke care that promotes independence, dignity and choice for individuals, across a range of high acuity healthcare sectors. Our success has been built on our commitment to delivering outstanding, honest, and affordable services to individuals and to the state.