Do you have the commitment and values to make a real difference to the lives of people with care needs? Are you passionate about empowering them to improve their quality of life, while supporting them to realise their hopes, dreams and aspirations? Creative Support is a not-for-profit organisation which provides high quality, person-centred support to people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health needs and dementia. The support we offer is tailored to the individual client’s needs and encourages independence and community engagement. We are seeking a warm, compassionate and proactive leader to provide person-centered care and support to our services users.
You will be based in vibrant, multi-cultural Brent and support with the operational management for three of Extra Care services – Beechwood Court (Wembley), Tulsi House (Sudbury) and Harrod Court (Kingsbury). Clients that draw on care may have dementia, mental health needs, physical disabilities, learning disabilities and complex health needs. All three services focus on providing integrated, holistic care and support to older people with care and support needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide person-centred care and support to service users.
- Collaborate with the Social Services and other stakeholders to ensure that the highest care standards are met.
- Ensure an empowering service that meets the needs of our clients and works with their families and friends to promote a positive atmosphere.
- Oversee operational management for the three Extra Care services mentioned.
- Provide support with dignified personal care and domestic tasks.
- Support individuals to access work, education and social opportunities.
- Work at least two shifts per week on the rota, primarily during weekdays, and be willing to work on weekends when required.
Qualifications
- Previous practitioner or management experience in services for older people, people with dementia and memory loss is essential.
- Relevant professional qualification such as a Diploma in Social Work, RMN/RGN, NVQ level 4/5 and/or a degree level or post-graduate qualification.
- Warm, person-centred and respectful approach.
- Flexible, energetic and reliable.
- Willingness to embrace all aspects of the role including dignified personal care, domestic tasks, and support to access work, education and social opportunities.
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