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Young persons support worker- Part time
28 Hours per week
Wokingham
Early – 08:00-16:30
Late – 13:30-22:00
1to1 Group are recruiting talented and keen individuals to support vulnerable young adults in Wokingham.
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you are able to support people every day and provide a safe environment for them? Do you enjoy working in a role where every shift is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you…
You will be working as part of the team to provide support to homeless client groups. You will love helping others by being on hand when they need you.
Your primary role will be to keep our service and the people that use it, safe. Your positive attitude towards your work and others will help to contribute to a great working environment.
Day in the Life of a Support Worker:
· Supporting your own caseload of young people to manage and work with them on a one-to-one basis. Identifying their needs by listening to them and putting together a support plan which is equally achievable and realistic for them.
· Supporting clients by prompting and helping them to attend appointments. Encouraging their involvement in personal progression in the form of education, training, employment activity or volunteering, if appropriate.
· Helping develop their practical skills in areas such as budgeting, shopping, cooking and housework, laundry, health, and hygiene.
· Manage clients and their visitors within the building and any associated safety issues. Deal with any incidents that may arise and contact external services when necessary
· Monitor the service and surrounding areas that are covered by CCTV. Carry out regular visual checks / fire checks on the interior and exterior of the buildings and car park, noting defects during the handover or via the communications book
· Maintain clean and tidy communal areas
· Provide basic First Aid assistance until help arrives – Full training provided
Desirable requirements:
Experience of supporting someone living with mental health or substance misuse.
Have a valid online DBS for Adults and Children
Valid UK Drivers License
And what are the benefits?
·5.6 weeks paid annual leave
·Flexible hours to fit around your other commitments
·Comprehensive training and ongoing support
·The opportunity to progress your career
·Auto-enrolment pension scheme