Person Centred, Empowering, Friendly, Positive, Innovative

Must have a Full Driving Licence 

We are looking for a support worker who is experienced in supporting people with complex needs, autistic spectrum and behaviour that may challenge in a person centred way.  We put a lot of emphasis on positive behaviour support, which enables our service users to modify some of their behaviours into more holistic habits which empower them to express themselves more effectively. We are looking for people who are positive about following behaviour’s plans, use of visuals, now and next cards, and planners in order to build up stable and meaningful routines, enhance our service users understanding of their surroundings and their involvement in decision making. 

37.5 hours per week

£11.92per hour

Benefits

Various contracts available

Flexible shift patterns

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards

Dedicated learning & development programmes.

We provide FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care.

Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics

DBS check paid by CareTech prior to starting with us.

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme – earn up to £250 per referral!

Stakeholder Pension

Share Save Scheme

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee recognition schemes

Carer progression within the company.

CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants.

*Welcome Bonus*

Valid for this service and position only

Paid after successful completion of probation period (6 months) or, if part time or bank, work the equivalent of 975 hours.

Payments are subject to taxable deductions

The welcome bonus can be withdrawn at any time and without notice.

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the role of Positive Behaviour Support Worker is to work with people in their home ensuring that their needs are met. We expect you at all times to have an acute focus on their behaviours and well-being, taking positive action at all times to safeguard the individuals. You will develop positive relationships building trust and confidence.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Providing effective day to day shift cover that supports the needs of the clients.
You will take part in working within a small team to ensure our service user receives the care needed in line with their agreed support plan and contribute to the on-going development of care / support plans for the individuals you support.
To implement agreed behavioural interventions. To effectively implement appropriate assessment and intervention methods
You will also be confident working with ever changing environments, being able to adapt approaches, and be versatile in your approach to challenging situations.
Be able to respond positively to challenges, be reflective self-motivating, creative and a team player.
Maintain and develop themselves as well as develop positive links in the local community.
To be dynamic, enthusiastic, organised, highly motivated and have a positive outlook with a good sense of humour.
Deliver the highest standards of care and support on a consistent basis.
Be fully compliant with the organisational values and requirements of the provision.
Provide individuals with information to enable them to have choice about the way they are supported
Sound I.T. and numerical skills along with a flexible, resilient and thoughtful approach to your practice.

Qualifications and skills

You will have experience in working with complex individuals and will hold a level 3 diploma in health and social care. Positive behaviour training would be an advantage however you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of working with complex people and the challenges they face. You will be forward thinking and use communication to facilitate and break down barriers to good care.

The Organisation

CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in communit