Carlisle Mencap Learning Disability Support Worker - 30 Hours+ (2)

We require a dynamic, caring forward thinking person to provide individualised person-centred support to people who have learning disabilities in our services.

To develop trusting relationships with service users to encourage then to express their needs, views and concerns.

To assist service users in drawing up care plans and person-centred plans which reflect their needs and wishes, encourage choice, independence and inclusion as well as opportunities for new experiences.

To enable service users to be fully involved, where practical, in the running of their own life, including cooking, cleaning, shopping and washing whilst encouraging choice and independence.

To provide personal care for service users, as needed, which may include assisting with washing, dressing, using the toilet and nutrition that the personal dignity and rights of the individual are respected at all times, using appropriate manual handling methods and equipment.

To encourage service users in meeting their cultural and spiritual needs and in expressing their personal identity.

To work within and promote the Adult and Children's safeguarding policies of Carlisle Mencap, Cumbria's Adult Social Care and Children's Services.

To fully implement individual care plans and person-centred plans.

To be responsible for the safe storage and administration of medication, as required.

To enable service users to make full use of the community facilities and accompany them in leisure pursuits.

To uphold the vision and good standing of Carlisle Mencap.

To liaise with families and other agencies as required.

To maintain confidentiality at all times.

To work as part of a team to provide a friendly and supportive atmosphere.

• Good communication skills

• Ability to keep accurate records

• Ability to direct, develop and support everyday living and community skills such as cooking, cleaning, using public transport and shopping

• Ability to assist individuals with monies and help manage finances

• An open and approachable attitude

• The ability to work flexibly including evenings, weekends and overnight

• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team

Previous experience working with individuals with a learning disability in a residential or community setting

RQF Level 2 in Adult Care or other qualification related to the role e.g. Care Certificate

Ability to use sign language e.g., Makaton

Full driving licence

Familiarity with local community

Having interests in various activities and hobbies such as swimming, art and craft, fell walking, football, gym cooking, theatre, books etc.