We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team.
The ideal candidates will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to individuals in their own homes.
This position requires a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our service users while promoting their independence and dignity.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care and support to individuals, which may include assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Implement behaviour management strategies to support clients who may show challenging behaviours.
- Maintain accurate records of service user care and progress, reporting any changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Engage service users in meaningful activities that promote mental and emotional well-being.
- Collaborate with families, healthcare providers, and other support staff to create tailored care programmes.
- Drive service users to health appointments or social activities as required, ensuring their comfort and safety during transport.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to service users, fostering a trusting relationship.
1. Direct Support and Care
- Provide day-to-day personal care and emotional support according to individual needs.
- Follow and contribute to person-centred care plans and support strategies.
- Follow and contribute to the risk assessment and risk management plans of individuals.
- Assist individuals with personal hygiene, dressing, medication routines, and mobility where required.
- Promote good sleep routines, relaxation, and wellbeing in line with the individual's preferences.
- Encourage and enable individuals to complete household tasks, budgeting, and meal preparation.
- Support individuals to attend health appointments and follow prescribed treatment plans.
- Promote meaningful routines, independence, and opportunities for choice.
2. Community Engagement and Social Inclusion
- Support individuals to access local amenities, services, and social opportunities.
- Encourage participation in leisure, educational, and vocational activities.
- Promote confidence in using public transport and navigating local environments.
3. Teamwork and Communication
- Work in close partnership with colleagues, managers, and professionals.
- Attend and contribute to handovers, team meetings, and reflective discussions.
- Maintain clear and respectful communication at all times, including lone working scenarios.
- Promote team values and mutual respect among colleagues.
4. Record Keeping and Confidentiality
- Complete daily records and reports accurately and promptly.
- Ensure all written and verbal information is handled in line with confidentiality policies.
- Contribute to ongoing review and evaluation of outcome focused plans, individual support plans and risk management plans.
5. Health, SafetySafeguarding
- Promote a safe and clean working environment.
- Follow Health & Safety and Infection Control policies and procedures.
6. Safeguarding
- Report concerns, incidents, or unsafe practices immediately.
- Safeguard individuals by following internal and multi-agency safeguarding procedures.
7. Personal Development and Conduct
- Complete all mandatory training and engage in ongoing learning and CPD in line with Company procedures and legislative requirements. (this includes attending training when not on shift).
- Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins or waking nights.
- Maintain SCW registration and adhere to the Code of Professional Practice.
- Adhere to Treherne Care Group Code of Conduct.
- Demonstrate a professional, compassionate, and proactive approach at all times.
General Requirements
- Understand that care is a skilled, regulated profession, and work accordingly.
- Attend all shifts as per rota and arrive on time to ensure safe handover, in line with team/site procedures.
- Accept lone working responsibilities when required and maintain safe communication.
- Participate in team efforts to cover absence or additional needs when possible.
- Respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of all individuals supported.
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Support Workers in Dolgellau employer: Treherne Care Group
Treherne Care Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and growth of its employees while fostering a supportive and compassionate work culture. With a focus on person-centred care, we offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development, ensuring that our team members can thrive both personally and professionally in a rewarding environment dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support.
