Support Worker

Job Description

Your potential plus our commitment changes lives

Support Workers provide a vital part in providing the people we support with the care and ability to improve their quality of life.

We are currently looking for a Support Workers to join our team in Llandaff, Cardiff. 

Riversdale is a residential care home for 10 individuals with a mental health diagnosis, we have two houses Riversdale House and the Coach House, which are separated by gardens.

The Coach House provides support for those who are almost ready for move on into their own properties,  this comprises of 4 bedrooms, 3 communal bathroom/shower rooms, a large communal lounge, dining room and kitchen.

Riversdale House has 5 ensuite bedrooms and 1 self-contained flat; it is a care home that provides rehabilitation support for male adults wanting to live independently within the community.

The staff team work with every individual to assess existing skills and to help enhance these further to sustain independent living. Our team focus is to encourage an open and honest environment for the clients to communicate their needs and discuss issues they may be struggling with.  We encourage a positive, pro-active approach to daily living and use individual one page profiles to ensure all staff understand what’s important to them.

The role is 37.5 hours a week and shifts will be across a 7 day rota that will includes days, waking nights and weekends. 

We know the amazing and life changing work our Support Workers do every day for the people we support, which is why we offer:

• A Competitive hourly rate of £9.00 Increasing to £9.15 p/h after probation. 
• Specialist and Blended Training and Development – we believe in promoting from within
• Enhanced Training that includes Induction Training, Service Specific as well as opportunities to complete a All Wales Induction Framework Certificate (AWIF) and NVQ/QCF
• Access to Digital Perks where you can gain discounts on gym memberships, shopping, theme parks, travel and more
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Scheme to earn £300 per successful referral

Support Workers provide a vital part in providing the people we support with the care and ability to improve their quality of life.

Your role as a Support Worker will include:
- Providing 1-1 and group support sessions
- Creating engaging and creative ways to interact with the people you support
- Help with accessing the community and taking the people you support to their appointments.
- Set person-centred goals and agreeing on how to reach them
- Help with personal care when required
- Support the running of the home including the cooking and cleaning.
- Personal Care
 

The most important qualities needed in a Support Worker are the ability to treat others with respect, listen to their needs and understand their emotions. Be Kind, friendly and honest

Do you have the necessary values and qualities?
If Yes, Come and join our amazing team