Support Assistant
14 days ago
Ruislip
Job Description: Support Assistant Responsible To: Service Manager/Team Leader or other Manager as designated by the company Short Description: The Support Assistant is responsible for delivering Service User centred support in accordance with management direction and in compliance with company processes and procedures. Summary of Benefits: • Competitive hourly rate depending on experience, • 28 days annual leave (pro rata for part time hours), • Full time and part time shifts available, • Company Pension Scheme Mileage paid for business use, • Car business insurance paid, • Enhanced Adult Workforce DBS paid, • Paid training – mandatory and care certificates Specific Duties: The Support Assistant will be specifically responsible for: • Supporting the Manager, Team Leader and Senior Staff in day to day operations of supported housing unit(s), • Maximisation of SU interests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders; and implementation of each SUs support plan, • Safeguarding the rights and dignity of each SU Fostering of a positive environment in which SUs are actively engaged, • Conducting daily assessment of SUs mental and physical state; updating associated records and informing management, • Supporting SUs to build their confidence, self esteem and their ability to manage their mental health symptoms, • Personal delivery of physical and mental support to SUs, • Promoting SUs health and assist in their accurate medication, • Promoting SUs hygiene and personal presentation, • Supporting SUs with developing social skills and future independent living, • Supporting SUs with their daily living skills and domestic chores, • Supporting SUs with scheduling and attending appointments and day time activities. Supporting SUs to use public transport. • Encouraging and motivating SUs into employment, voluntary work and/or education, • Maintaining the cleanliness, quality, security and safety of each home and individual service user accommodation. Generic Duties: In addition to specific responsibilities, the SA will also be responsible for ensuring: • The maintenance of confidentiality of all information unless otherwise permitted by management, • Full compliance with company’s vision, values, policies and procedures, • Compliance with legislation and GSCC Code of Conduct as reflected in company procedures, • Undergo training and professional development as directed by the company