Community Programme Worker

Posted 8 days 23 hours ago by HAYS

Temporary
Not Specified
Other
County Down, Bangor, United Kingdom, BT191
Job Description
Community Programme Worker

Your new company
Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. This organisation values respect, enablement, and safeguarding, and is looking for compassionate individuals to help make a difference in the community.
Your new role
As a Community Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in assisting individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives. You will provide personal care, support for daily activities, and help individuals develop essential life skills.

- Work with a range of over 55s in a social setting.
- Work with a range of adults with additional learning and/or physical needs in a social/disco setting.- Work with a range of 5-11-year-olds in a play work setting.- Ensure all councils' Safeguarding and Health and Safety guidelines and Policies are adhered to in relation to all our clients and employees in our clubs.
- Work alongside a range of workers, volunteers and carers in ensuring a positive environment at all our clubs.

What you'll need to succeed

Communication

  • Patience and empathy.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Capability to speak on behalf of others and communicate with a range of professionals.
  • Strong communication skills are adaptable to various situations.
  • Willingness to learn new methods of communication.

  • Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience:

    - 1-year full-time youth/play work experience- 3 years part-time play/youth work experience- Youth work, play work, social care qualifications (desirable)- Working with adults with additional needs is a distinct advantage.- Working with older people is a distinct advantage.

    What you'll get in return

  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • What you need to do now

    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
    If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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