Support Worker

Dimensions ,
Norwich, Norfolk
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Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are members of the Great Places To Work programme 2019. We are looking for full-time, part-time and relief Support Workers in Mulbarton. If you can demonstrate our values and can support someone to lead the life they want to then Dimensions are looking for you We are recruiting in the Mulbarton area to support ‘John' moving into his new home. ‘John' requires 24/7 support and requires assistance with most tasks. We are looking for staff who can support ‘John' to try new things and develop his opportunities to engage in activities and with others. ‘John' is supported 1:1 around the clock with daily 2:1 support when he is doing activities or out and about in the community. There is also a sleep in member of staff every night. We are looking for individuals who are positive, trustworthy, warm, caring, patient and nurturing with a good sense of humour to support ‘John' who is 60. You must also have a can do attitude be outgoing and active and be willing and motivated to try new things. Family are important to ‘John' and liaising with them and keeping them up to date will also be an important part of this role. ‘John' likes to go out and about and will need support with all aspects of his everyday life, including accessing the community, medication, appointments, helping to run his home and everything that this entails ‘John' is diagnosed with a severe learning disability, Autism tendencies and epilepsy and his support will be person centred to meet his needs and wants in life. ‘John' enjoys listening to music and participating in sensory activities such as foot spas and hand and foot massage. He also enjoys trips out in the car, walking when he is feeling well, visiting shops/places and sitting in the sun on nice days. He enjoys his bath times. ‘John' enjoys visits to a swimming pool. He enjoys occasional pub meals, drinks and eating out. Staff who can drive are desirable so that ‘John' is able to access the community. We match employees to the people we support in a personal way so all needs are met for both of you – the employee and the people we support - to have a positive outcome. If you have any questions or want to know more about the role please get in touch with Charlie on 07939570428. Your rewards A full list of rewards can be found in the job description attached Apply now An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role and if applicable an overseas DBS check, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions. We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application in one of our offices using assistive technology. We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89935977

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