Support Worker

Key role information:

Location - Lagan Supported Living Service, Belfast

Working Hours - Full time 37.5 hours per week - Varied shift patterns including long and short day shifts and sleepovers.

Salary Information - £12.71 - £13.12

No driving license or car required

What happens after you apply?

We value your time, so here's a clear overview of the process from the moment you hit submit!

1. Panel shortlisting - Our hiring panel reviews every application, whatever the outcome you'll hear back from us - no one's left wondering.
2. Interviews - We value connection. Supporting someone to live their best life is a role built on relationships, so we like to meet you properly - interviews are held in person.
3. Conditional Offer - If steps 1 and 2 go well, we'll make a conditional offer and ask for some practical bits - ID, right-to-work details, referees and a few others

Contact - After you apply, your candidate portal lets you message our friendly Talent Acquisition team directly, any time during the process

About The Role

What does a Support Worker do?

Put simply, you help someone live the life they want.

Some days that's cooking together, sorting the weekly shop, or getting out into the local community. Other days it's helping someone reach a goal they've been dreaming about for years. The heart of it is the relationship - getting to know someone and supporting them in a way that's truly theirs, so they have real choice and control over their own life.

We'll give you a full, paid induction and a great team around you. What matters is being kind, patient, and bringing a sense of fun.

Our approach is person-centred and built on a simple belief: where others see problems, we see possibilities. Join us and you become part of that.

The Main Responsibilities center around:

• Providing Person Centred Support
• Supporting People to Develop and Maintain Key Skills in relation to Housing Support
• Supporting Independence, Social and Communication Skills
• Some Administration such as record keeping and report completion.

See job profile for more information. All duties must be carried out within the policies and procedures of the Organisation.

Access NI:

An Enhanced Access NI Disclosure Check will be required for this position. A criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from obtaining the position.

Positive Futures adheres to the Access NI Code of Practice, a copy of which can be made available upon request. Positive Futures also have a Policy and procedure on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and Storage & Handling copies of which can be made available upon request

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of religious belief; political opinion; sex; sexual orientation; marital or civil partnership status; racial group; age; disability

Required Criteria

• Personal or work experience of providing care or support for someone
• Basic digital skills e.g. to record notes and use rota, HR or care systems.
• Full, valid driving licence and access to a car insured for business purposes in order to transport people we support. Class 2 business insurance is required. Or Full, valid driving licence or ability to travel independently to meet the requirements of the post.

Skills Needed

About The Company

Founded in 1995 (initially under the name United Response NI), we now operate across Northern Ireland offering a wide range of services tailored to individuals with learning disabilities, acquired brain injury or autism and the families who support them. Our services include supported living, peripatetic housing support, shared-lives schemes, residential short breaks and family support. We focus on enabling people to live as equal citizens, develop independence and realise their hopes and dreams. With offices and services located in Bangor, Belfast, Enniskillen, Lisburn, Omagh and beyond, were committed to making a meaningful difference in local communities.

Company Culture

At Positive Futures, we foster a culture of respect, innovation and empowerment. We believe in putting people firstboth those we support and our staff. We create environments where colleagues feel valued, where ideas for improvement are welcomed, and where continuous learning is encouraged. We support staff to grow professionally and personally, and we emphasise collaboration, listening and trust. Working with us means being part of a team that genuinely cares, is proactive in shaping futures and embraces the possibility in every situation.

Company Benefits

Our Staff and people we support are our strength and our people are at the heart of everything we do, those are not just our values it's who we are.

Working at Positive Futures means doing work that matters - and being supported by people who genuinely care about your growth and wellbeing. We want you to feel valued, encouraged and set up to thrive, both in and outside of your role. Thats why our benefits are built around one simple idea: when youre supported, you can make an even bigger difference to the people we support.

Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Sabbatical leave, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Social Opportunities, Annual performance review, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Bereavement leave

Salary

£12.71 - £13.12 per hour

Benefits:
Vacation, Paid time off Paid sick days Retirement plan and/or pension Employee development programs Sabbatical leave Referral bonus

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