Job summary
At Caremark Rotherham &
Sheffield we support Children, Young People & Adults to live an independent
life, we help our clients THRIVE.
(Due to our clients preference,
we are recruiting a number female Support Workers. It would be advantageous if
applicants are able to drive with a UK driving licence.)
Are you a
reliable individual who wishes to be an integral part of making a difference to
children and young people with complex needs?
Do you want
to part of a dedicated, caring and friendly team, who appreciate their staff
and invest in their development?
Do you have the desire to support children and are you looking to further your skills?
Do you want
to be part of an organisation that invests and values their staff (and has 95%+
staff retention?
You will be a professional who actively engages and involves your client in their care and support needs. Your role focuses on creating meaningful interactions and professional relationships with your clients, families and other healthcare professionals involved within their care.
Our Community Support Workers play a vital part of supporting our clients to achieve their personal goals such as attending education and gaining independent living skills.
Our Training Academy is amazing! You will be trained specifically in your clients needs to ensure your competency and skills. You will be supported and guided throughout your role by our management team to help your progression in your role.
Main duties of the job
We have vacancies
for DAY TIME & NIGHT TIME working, both PART TIME & FULL TIME roles are
available. As a Community Support Worker you will be working BLOCK HOUR shifts
supporting specific clients on a consistent basis.
Our support visits are from 4
hours up to 12-hour blocks at any one time during the day and night. Our
clients receive one to one or two to one support at all times.
You will be required to work on
a two-week rolling rota where you be expected to work alternate
Saturdays and Sundays. (This is a necessity for the role)
The role involves supporting individuals
with their daily living activities such as:
Attending School, College, their
place of work
Supporting our clients whilst on
holiday
Assisting with their personal
care needs
Nutrition & hydration
requirements (specialised feeding techniques)
Medication administration
Community access undertaking
activities your client enjoys such as
going to the park, bowling,
swimming, arts/crafts, shopping, visiting museums, horse races, meals out- the
possibilities are endless! Literally any activity our clients are interested
in!
About us
What We're
Looking For:
Passion:A genuine love for working with children & young people and a
commitment to making a positive impact on their lives.
Team
Player:Strong collaborative skills, as you'll be
working closely with colleagues, parents, and other professionals.
Adaptability:The ability to adapt to the unique needs of each child, creating a
personalised approach to support.
Punctuality,
Reliability and Flexibilitythroughout your role as a
Support Worker is key for our clients and families.
Excellent
verbal and written communicationis important as our
Support Workers need to record our clients data- we use a very simple and
secure App to record the key elements of their support.
Our staff
receive:
Best in
Class training and support
Excellent renumeration
Pension
Scheme
Access (paid)
to the Blue Light Card Scheme
Recommend a
friend scheme- do you know of friends that are caring natured, mention Caremark
Rotherham & Sheffield to them
Your
birthday off work with pay
Career
progression
Job description
Job responsibilities
Reports to
Case Leader
Summary of role
To share with
other staff in meeting the personal care and support needs of customers in a
way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their
independence. The care and support provided by Care and Support Workers is
expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the clients
family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a
trained nurse.
Principal responsibilities
To assist clients
who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including
dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.
To help clients
with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence
and use of personal aids and equipment.
To support
clients out in the community such as trips shopping, to the cinema or other day
trips.
To care for clients
who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc.
To provide care
and support for clients who may be terminally ill.
To help in the
promotion of mental and physical activities of clients through talking,
outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.
To make and
change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.
To support
clients within school or educational settings.
To support
clients with tracheostomy care, PEG care and other complex health conditions
where applicable.
To prepare and
serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.
To read and
write reports and be involved in clients reviews and training activities.
To adhere to
all Caremarks policies and procedures at all times.
To report
either to the Case Leader or Care Manager any significant changes in the health
or circumstances of a client.
To encourage
the independence of clients wherever possible.
Personal attributes
It is
considered essential that Care and Support Workers possess the following
qualities:
Self motivated &
well organised.
Flexible.
Punctual
Caring &
sensitive to the needs of others.
Ability to use
own initiative.
Ability to
communicate effectively.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Reports to
Case Leader
Summary of role
To share with
other staff in meeting the personal care and support needs of customers in a
way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their
independence. The care and support provided by Care and Support Workers is
expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the clients
family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a
trained nurse.
Principal responsibilities
To assist clients
who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including
dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.
To help clients
with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence
and use of personal aids and equipment.
To support
clients out in the community such as trips shopping, to the cinema or other day
trips.
To care for clients
who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc.
To provide care
and support for clients who may be terminally ill.
To help in the
promotion of mental and physical activities of clients through talking,
outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.
To make and
change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.
To support
clients within school or educational settings.
To support
clients with tracheostomy care, PEG care and other complex health conditions
where applicable.
To prepare and
serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.
To read and
write reports and be involved in clients reviews and training activities.
To adhere to
all Caremarks policies and procedures at all times.
To report
either to the Case Leader or Care Manager any significant changes in the health
or circumstances of a client.
To encourage
the independence of clients wherever possible.
Personal attributes
It is
considered essential that Care and Support Workers possess the following
qualities:
Self motivated &
well organised.
Flexible.
Punctual
Caring &
sensitive to the needs of others.
Ability to use
own initiative.
Ability to
communicate effectively.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in the childcare sector
- Experience in Health and Social Care Sector
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Health and social care qualifications Level1-3
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in the childcare sector
- Experience in Health and Social Care Sector
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Health and social care qualifications Level1-3
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
