Specialist Support Worker required for 36 hours per week in Liverpool - Driver Essential

Our goal is to provide a space that enables them to live as independently as possible, while staying safe and connected to the heart of the local community 

You will provide specialist care and support and deliver our vision to create ‘a world where people control their lives’ to the people AFG support in line with each individual’s personalised plan. 

You will support a gentleman with a history of traumatic brain injury and epilepsy. He is an active and sociable individual who enjoys getting out and about, particularly in the countryside, and has a passion for cycling, fitness, and exploring new places. The role also involves supporting him with epilepsy management and ensuring appropriate seizure protocols are followed to maintain his safety and wellbeing. He benefits from patient, person-centred support to maintain his active lifestyle, pursue his interests, and continue enjoying the activities that are meaningful to him.

Brief Job Description

• To provide all health-related and social support to people with diagnoses such as Learning Disability, Autism and Mental Health.
• To support people who present with behaviours that challenge by using appropriate techniques and strategies.
• To provide safe medication and pain management to the people we support in line with their medication care plan.
• To manage medical equipment and supplies and monitor depletion of same, re-ordering as necessary in a timely manner to ensure nothing runs low.
• To support people to design, develop and own the support they receive, making an effective contribution to Personalised Planning.

Person Specification - Essential Criteria

Evidence of embracing, demonstrating and applying AFG’s Values:

• Ability to support people in ways consistent with their rights, choices and responsibilities.
• A positive attitude to people with complex physical, learning disabilities and / or mental health problems
• Ability to provide sympathetic, emotional and practical support to others
• Ability to support others to make informed choices within their daily lives
• Good verbal communication skills and ability to listen sensitively to others
• Written English skills, with an ability to contribute accurately to record keeping
• Good interpersonal skills

Experience

• Minimum of 2 Years experience in a Health & Social Care paid or unpaid role.

Personal Attributes

• Willingness to attend all clinical mandatory and specialist training courses and events
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, covering 24 hours/7 days