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As a support worker, you will be required to support adults with autism in the community and in the centre, engaging them in meaningful activities/ tasks that enhances their growth. Due to the complex and challenging nature of the needs presented, you will be required to demonstrate good skills in observation, detailed report writing, self-reflection and problem-solving. You will get some training as well as access to various forums where these skills can be routinely learned and practised. You will also get close support and guidance from management.

We are looking for a support worker to join the diverse, passionate team at our specialist day service for autistic adults (accredited by the National Autistic Society) on a permanent basis.

As a full-time member of the team you will be given opportunities to develop your practice as a support worker through:

• Regular small, practice-based group supervisions facilitated by experienced Positive Behaviour Support coaches
• A staff autism study group
• Regular one-on-one supervisions

We also work closely with a range of therapy teams (psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy) who provide regular trainings and assistance wherever necessary.

We support people to explore a wide range of different activities and environments, ranging from community garden projects and dog-walking through to swimming, intensive interaction and sensory exploration.

The post requires the candidate to be able to work a 7 hour shift between the hours of 8:30am- 5pm from Monday to Friday excluding Bank Holidays. The delivery of personal care while preserving service user’s dignity is also required.

We strongly believe in a collaborative approach which centres relationship-building, both with the people we support and those around them: families and carers, therapy teams, the local community and other services which the individual accesses.

We expect applicants to be able to demonstrate and share examples of:

• Attentive, reflective support for autistic people from different backgrounds
• Relationship-building in challenging environments
• Report writing and other aspects of paperwork (risk assessments, behaviour support plans)
• Creating support plans in conjunction with carers and other professional agencies
• An active interest in developing and reflecting on one’s own practice and learnin

Islington is a diverse borough and our team and residents we support reflects that. While Spectrum is a relatively small team within the Borough, our work is very focused and intense. The team take a lot of pride in their work and we consciously have very high standards for ourselves and all those around us. An incredible amount of emphasis is placed on each individual's ability to reflect on their own conduct, behaviour and practice. Hence, a high degree of self-discipline, motivation and willingness to learn is very important.

Closing Date: Wednesday 21st June 2023 at 23:59

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For any further details about the role please contact Saujal Acharya on 07957 559017

To ensure that there is a strengths-based approach demonstrated in the delivery of care and support as detailed in the persons Support Plan.

To carry out Support plans and provision of care and support.

To lead and support staff to provide activities and groups.

To key work a small case load of residents.

To report any safeguarding concerns immediately, whether confirmed or suspected, to the Duty Manager in line with the Councils Safeguarding Policies & Procedures.

To ensure that the Care Act 2014 is implemented in all aspects of their role.

To work with people using our services, carers, families and other professionals to minimise and manage risk whilst enabling the service user to maintain their chosen lifestyle as far as possible.

To provide support with medication as detailed in each person’s Support Plan and in accordance with NICE Guideline (NG67) and Services Medication Policy. The term ‘medicines support’ defined as any support that enables a person to manage their medicines.

To provide support and assistance with nutritional needs and specific dietary requirements as detailed in each person’s Support Plan.

Provide updates on a person’s goals and plans to Team Leaders and Assistant Manager for feedback into multi-disciplinary meetings.

To adhere to Islington Council’s policy and procedures in the handling of a person’s personal property including money and keys and ensure all property record keeping is completed accurately.

To promptly feedback any progress or changes in a person’s wellbeing, physical health or circumstances to the duty manager or emergency services.

To keep concise legible records and complete documentation which complies with organisational and professional standards.

To actively recognise the need to liaise with other services and health professionals to ensure best support is provided to meet the needs of the service users and their families.

To maintain excellent standards of Infection control at all times adhering to universal precautions.

To attend and contribute to multi- disciplinary and other meetings as required.

To ensure all work undertaken with people, carers and others is recorded accurately and in a timely manner, using information technology systems to carry out duties in the most efficient and effective manner.

To achieve agreed service outcomes and outputs, and personal appraisal targets, as agreed by the line manager.

To undertake training and constructively take part in meetings, supervision, seminars and other events designed to improve communication and assist with the effective development of the post and post holder.

To carry out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Council’s commitment to customer service excellence and ensure compliance with the customer care standards.

To be committed to the Council’s core values of public service, quality, equality and empowerment and to demonstrate this commitment in the way duties are carried out.

To be committed to the Council’s CARE values and ASC principles to demonstrate this commitment in the way duties are carried out.

At all times to carry out responsibilities/duties within the framework of the Council's Dignity for all Policy. (Equal Opportunities Policy).

Ensure legal, regulatory and policy compliance under GDPR, Health and Safety and in area of your specialism identifying opportunities and risks and escalating where appropriate.

To take responsibility of own learning and demonstrate willingness to develop new knowledge and skills required to improve the support provided to our service users.

To undertake other duties commensurate to the grade of the post.