Care Support Worker (Adults & Children's Services) - Brighton

Care Support Workers, to work across adult, children's, supported living, and hostel services are required for the Brighton & Hove area. There are short- and long-term bookings available. You will join our team of carers offering day-to-day support to service users for residential and supported living units.

This rewarding role involves supporting vulnerable adults and adolescence people, catering for the differing needs of the client including mild to severe learning and mental health difficulties, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, dysphagia, challenging behaviour, epilepsy, the beginnings of age-related conditions, particularly dementia, and, other complex support requirements, enabling them to live safely, independently, and with dignity., Provide person-centred care and support
Assist with personal care, bathing, dressing and hygiene
Support mobility, moving and handling, and use of equipment
Administer medication (training provided)
Assist with meal preparation and daily living activities
Provide emotional support, companionship and social engagement
Support residents within supported living, hostel and community-based services
Follow care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures
Complete accurate records, handovers and incident reports
Carry out household tasks including cleaning, laundry and maintaining a safe environment
Respond appropriately to emergencies, incidents and welfare concerns
Following care plans, routines, guidelines, risk assessments, and Behaviour Management Plans
Shopping and cleaning Ideal Candidate, Ensure residents comply with the agreed conditions of the premises
Patrol and monitor all areas regularly, ensuring safety and security procedures are followed
Challenge and address behaviour that conflicts with the hostel's aims, including handling complaints appropriately
Maintain accurate records of events and incidents
Carry out cleaning duties, including washing and drying bed linen
Complete administrative tasks (manual and computerised), such as filing, photocopying, and processing invoices for manager approval
Provide personal care when required
Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situationsWe provide services to the general public, clients and service users so you will be able to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing.

If successful, you will be required to undertake on-line safeguarding training and hold an Enhanced DBS, which will be at no cost to yourself.

If you're passionate about supporting vulnerable adults and adolescence people and want a flexible role where every day makes a difference, apply today!

We are looking for compassionate individuals with the capacity to connect with people. Whilst you will bring empathy to the role, you will also be able to set boundaries, demonstrating patience and resilience.

Ideally you will have experience of working with adults and/or children in a residential setting or on a 1-1 basis.

You will need the ability to use creative ways to communicate with adults and children,be quick to learn, be available to work flexible hours and, be innovative to meet the changing and challenging needs of the clients.

You will have the ability to form trusted relationships with clients in your care by supporting them with their social and emotional development and educational achievements, all whilst setting boundaries and bringing consistency to their lives.

You will be expected to work shifts including mornings, days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, Bank Holidays, and sleep-ins., Previous care or support work experience essential
Compassionate, positive and reliable approach
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Basic IT and administrative skills
Flexible availability across a range of shifts
Access to transport for travelling between services

Children's Services Requirement:

For roles supporting children and adolescence people, a Children's Enhanced DBS check is required, along with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Previous experience is essential.

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