Full-time creative support worker with psychology or arts background

Conteúdo do emprego

Join a unique multidisciplinary team that supports a creative, articulate, autistic

young man with complex care needs in his home. He has a close family nearby

who are committed to ensuring he lives life to the full. If you are reliable,

proactive, and like to make a difference, this is a fantastic opportunity for the

right person.

We are seeking:

· A dedicated, reliable, and proactive support worker personal assistant (PA)

who has obtained degree-level qualifications in psychology, occupational

therapy, or health, social care, SEN, and/or arts-related subjects, such as fine

art, games, and/or digital design, or art history.

· Any previous knowledge or experience of autism would be an advantage.

The Role:

· Supporting the holistic therapeutic care delivery under the guidance of the

clinical team, and generally supporting the client with his art-based

opportunities and creative projects.

· Befriending - you will provide vital social interaction opportunities for the

client

· Domestic work including meal preparation and household cleaning to

maintain the home in a clean and tidy condition.

· Administrative activities associated with the smooth running of the service.

· You will have an aptitude for and dedication to providing person-centred care

at all times, incorporating this ideal into every decision you make for the client.

Essential qualities:

· Reliable, organised, proactive, good team player, ability to provide a trusting

and stimulating environment, sensitive, willing to learn, excellent verbal and

written communication skills.

 Fluency in spoken English and proficiency in written English, to support the

young person in their creative writing projects and correspondence, is

essential together with a good typing ability. Scribing for the client is vital to

this role.

 Previous experience and/or knowledge of autism.

Desirable qualities:

· Administrative experience

· Creative experience (art, games design, music etc.)

· Management and/or HR experience

· Full UK driving licence

We offer a competitive rate of pay and continuing opportunities for professional

development.

The successful candidate will also receive paid training and develop their

knowledge and understanding of autism, including sensory processing issues,

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), and other clinical needs, working closely

with the team’s Occupational Therapist and Clinical Psychologist.

All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS/PVG check and

regulated activity, which will include a check against the barred adult list.

To pursue this opportunity, please provide your CV and cover letter and tell

us why you are interested in working as an autism Full-time Support

Worker

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

Experience:

• Autism: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person