Support Worker

To work as a member of a team providing a supportive home environment to residents with learning disabilities and possible physical and sensory disabilities.

To support residents in their daily living skills and in pursuing a valued lifestyle in terms of occupations, relationships, etc, using where appropriate structured teaching techniques.

Duties:

• To support residents respecting their dignity and right to privacy.
• To work with residents and their families/carers in preparing for moving into Piper House, moving between flats, or out into the community as levels of independence increase
• To support (as appropriate) residents in completing household tasks e.g. cooking, shopping, cleaning, using structured teaching techniques to develop resident’ skills.
• To assist residents with personal care e.g. bathing, dressing and nutrition aiming to develop their independence in these tasks, providing primary care where appropriate ...