Night shift - 20:00pm - 08:00am Hourly Rate:£16.00 per hour £80 sleep in rate For this position it is essential that you have a background in supporting people with personality disorders (BPD, EUPD, personality disorder traits), complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex trauma and autism.
Ideally your experience will be in community base settings, such as supported living and/or residential care.
Knowledge of trauma informed care practice is essential.
Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) would be an advantage.
You will play a pivotal role in providing person-centred support for a nonbinary individual with a complex trauma history to develop essential life skills and independence.
They are supported on a 2:1 basis in their own home.
They are an avid animal lover and have rescue cats.
They are fun and engaging with a creative nature.
They have an interest in crystals, music, swimming and enjoys spending time with their son.
You will be part of a dynamic and resilient team that values diversity, promotes inclusion, and fosters a supportive environment.
As a key team player your responsibilities will include: Providing, trauma informed, person-centred support.
Supporting the person to develop self-management tools to aid in their recovery and live a fulfilled life.
Supporting the person to explore ways in which they can increase their understanding, insight and motivation and view self-management of risk as an essential part of recovery.
Working with the person to help identify potential triggers which may lead to signs of mental health decline and behaviours of concern.
Implementing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies to improve quality of life and reduce behaviours of concern.
Collaborating with the person to create and implement tailored support plans.
Assisting the person to develop essential life skills such as cooking, personal hygiene, budgeting, and household management.
Supporting with medication, medical appointments, and maintaining good quality health and well-being.
Supporting with community activities and enable the person to engage in social events, access local services, and build meaningful relationships.
Maintaining accurate and comprehensive care records, documenting progress, incidents, and outcomes as required.
Working closely with your colleagues, the family, external professionals, and other agencies to ensure holistic care for the person.
Hours We provide support on a 24/7 basis with a staffing ratio of 2:1 support.
You will be expected to support on a rotational basis working 12-hour shifts.
This will include every other weekend and May include sleep-in duties.