Community Healthcare Support Worker

To work as part of the CYP Autism Team for the South Staffordshire area. The post holder will work in a person-centred way providing support to our nurses working with CYP with Autism. This may involve carrying out specific health focussed activities, observing behaviour or gaining information from staff or families. Information gained will play an important part in the formulation of the difficulties experienced by the CYP and their families. The post requires travel across the area covered by the community team.

We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and enthusiastic Community Healthcare Support Worker to join our Children and Young People (CYP) Autism Service.

This is a new, exciting role and opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting autistic children and young people and their families across South Staffordshire. You will be working predominantly alongside our nurses but also with our Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals to deliver person-centred, evidence-based care that promotes independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for our CYP and their families.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a caring and flexible approach and a passion for improving the lives of children and young people with autism. Previous experience working with children and young people or individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions is desirable.

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.