AddressJoin Our Team as a Support Worker at Encompass Care!
Encompass Care is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team in Sherborne as Support Workers. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of those we care for, providing support and enhancing their daily lives
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with personal care, meal preparation, medication management, community engagement, and housekeeping, following people we support care plans.
- Uphold governance standards by ensuring confidentiality, safeguarding, and adherence to protocols, especially concerning liberty deprivation.
- Report any risks or concerns to the team leader and service manager for necessary action.
- Maintain a consistent, positive focus on the health and wellbeing of the person we support
- Verify compliance with health and safety, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
- Foster effective communication with staff, both verbally and in writing.
- Be an integral member of a team capable of meeting person we support, carer, and purchaser expectations.
- Enhance skills for professional and person we support meetings participation.
- Ensure all documentation is accurate and readily accessible.
- Address the person we support emotional environment and report significant issues as needed.
- Positively represent Encompass to person we support, their families, and the broader community.
- Communicate all relevant issues, concerns, and requirements effectively to the line manager.
- Promote a positive emotional environment through self-awareness and actions.
- Fulfill all mandatory Encompass training and continually improve relevant skills.
- Engage sensitively with person we support, relatives, and colleagues, maintaining respect for diversity.
- Adhere to all Encompass policies and procedures, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of person we support and reporting any potential abuses or risks in accordance with Encompass policy.
About You:
- Compassionate and Professional
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organized and Detail-Oriented
- Knowledgeable in Health and Safety
- Team Player with Independent Judgment
- Committed to Development
- Empathetic towards Others
- Maintains Confidentiality
- Adaptable
- Proactive Problem-Solver
What We Offer:
- Positive Impact: Be a part of an organisation that empowers individuals with learning disabilities and mental health challenges.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team that values cooperation and open communication.
- Professional Growth: Unlock opportunities for continuous development and advancement.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive pay scale and benefits.
Our Core Values:
- Honesty: To always operate with transparency, fairness, and sincerity.
- Inclusivity: Strive for equal opportunities and a valued community presence.
- Dignity: Empowering a sense of individual pride and respect.
- Kindness: Any act of kindness, no matter how small, can lead to great things.
- Integrity: Uphold our principles and keep our promises.
Our Vision:
- Pioneering support in an accessible, inclusive community.
Encompass Care is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to Join Us?
If you are enthusiastic about the Support Worker role in assisting individuals transitioning to independent living involves providing personalized care, guiding daily activities, and ensuring wellbeing. Responsibilities include following care plans, aiding in meal prep, medication management, and fostering community engagement. Critical to this role are safeguarding, adhering to regulations, and maintaining a positive environment. The Support Worker coordinates with professionals, manages documentation, and supports the individual's emotional and independent living skills, acting as a guide to navigate the transition confidently. Apply for the Support Worker role at Encompass Care today by completing our online application form: https://forms.office.com/e/dbGARaG398
And help us create a positive and supportive culture, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £11.50 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- health care: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Ability to Commute:
- Sherborne (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: APB/109111CH/27224
