Support Coordinator - Creative Support Ltd : Job Details

Do you have the commitment and positive values to make a difference to the lives of people living in Barrow-in-Furness?

We are looking for a caring, dynamic and highly motivated person to join the team as a Support Coordinator in Oaklea House, Barrow-in-Furness, in a building of eight individual flats. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our well-established team, which supports individuals with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs.

You must have skills in positive communication and engagement and will be able to demonstrate unconditional regard for the people we support. You will also have skills in the assessment of needs and proactive risk management, so that support planning for individuals demonstrates an active and fulfilling life with an emphasis on a ‘can do’ approach.

Support Coordinator Duties:

• Provide outcome focused support to enable clients to lead fulfilling and valued lives, maintain their tenancies, participate in their local community and much more
• Effectively meet the needs of our clients and to take additional responsibilities such as rota management, induction of staff and staff supervision
• Work in a flexible manner which may including working days, evenings, weekends, waking nights and sleepovers.

As well as providing direct support, the Support Coordinator role also requires some off rota time, which has been developed to support the management of service delivery. This is an opportunity for personal and career development as we offer good conditions of service and a supportive, hands-on management culture.

Vacancy Reference Number: 77471

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

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