Support Worker x 2

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Based in Carlisle – 18.75 hours per week

In this Support Worker role, you must provide personalised support to each client – in line with the individual’s person-centred plan – and assist people to live as tenants and citizens in the local community. Support must be consistent with people’s rights, choices and responsibilities.

For example:

  • To see the people we support as valued customers of our service
  • To support people by planning ‘with them’ and not ‘for them’
  • To create a support package that is holistic and led by the needs and preferences of each individual person
  • To support people to make informed choicesThe level of support will vary according to the agreed level of support required and informed choice.Support workers may provide support to individuals with a variety of different needs and conditions which may include mental health conditions, learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, physical disabilities, autistic spectrum disorders, neurological impairments, psychiatric and clinical needs, addiction issues, complex behaviour and other needs.This position will be based in Carlisle and Eden. Staff should be able to get to and from locations within the Carlisle and Penrith areas.For further details and to download an application form and job description, please visit our website: www.imagineindependence.org.uk.

    Completed application forms are to be returned by no later than the closing date/time either by email to ewindle@imaginementalhealth.org.uk. Please note that we shortlist from received application forms only, we do not accept CVs.

    Our benefits include contributory company pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and career development opportunities.

    Closing date for applications: 31st May 2017

     Interviews are currently scheduled to take place 5th June in Carlisle, however this date is subject to potential change.