Experienced Support Worker / Practitioner - Relief

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Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) Tayside Area Services Errol Service, PH2 Postcode Full Time and Part Time positions available including small, flexible contracts Starting at £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.82 after engagement. Opportunity to progress to £13.30 at your own pace An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Tayside housing support service in Errol. Are you passionate about creating more opportunities for community participation and promoting independence? If you're passionate about promoting community inclusion and building independence, we would love to hear from you. The autistic gentleman we support enjoys engaging in all kinds of activities in their local community such as swimming, walks, drives and arts and crafts. This role is an excellent opportunity to support someone to engage in activities that they love and develop independence and new skills, working within a wider multi-disciplinary team. From the very first day meeting with the supported individual and the team of dedicated staff, we developed a close knitted relationship built off trust. Autism Practitioners work as part of a team to: Continually develop and implement personalised support plans for the supported person, Build positive relationships with the supported person, Work in partnership with the supported person, their family, support network and health professionals, Work with stakeholders to ensure the person s life goals and aspirations are at the centre of their support. On a day-to-day basis, Autism Practitioners enable people to: Take part in their chosen activities, attending local events, shopping, going on holiday etc. Practitioners can expect to go out and about with supported individuals to places of interest, Complete all necessary tasks which enable them to maintain their homes, including paying bills and supporting them to make the decisions that matter to them. Live as independently as possible with support with various life skills and may include support with personal care. A full UK driving license is desirable for this role, though not essential. Drivers help us offer more opportunities for supported individuals to engage in their communities. Scottish Autism offers you: All new employees must have applied to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months of starting in post and be registered within 6 months. Scottish Autism cover all the costs of PVG membership and SSSC registration for employees. We value diversity and welcome applications from those with lived experience of autism. The gentleman owns his own automatic vehicle which he requires support staff to drive. Online Information Session: 9th April
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Location:
Perth
Job Type:
PartTime

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