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Are you on the lookout for a new role? I've got an opportunity that could be of interest to you.

Do you have 1 year experienced working in Social Care and Support or Care staff?

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable adults live their lives to the fullest?

If yes, then I have a great opportunity for you!

Job ref: Recovery Support Worker
Location: Kent and Medway
A driving licence is essential.

We have multiple opportunities with a great locally based 24hr Supported Care and Housing organisation. They provide a range of care packages to support you to bridge the move from hospitals or residential care home recovery settings to living independently in your own homes.

They provide supported living and floating support.

As a Recovery Support Worker your responsibilities will be:

•Administering medication in accordance with the service user's care plan and following our e-mar chart system.

•Encouraging and prompting service users to perform domestic tasks, aligning with their preferences, care planning and daily schedules.

•Prompting and encouraging service users to maintain good personal and environmental hygiene.

•Ensuring cleanliness of service user's rooms and communal areas.

•Monitoring the welfare of service users and providing emotional support when needed.

•Escalating any changes in preferences, needs and presentations using the right channel of escalation.

•Encouraging service users to engage in a variety of social activities both within and outside their homes.

•Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users and their families, enhancing their experience at the service.

•Teaching essential life skills, including shopping, and using public transport based on the service user's learning outcomes and needs.

What you'll need to succeed
• Minimum 1 years support worker experience
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience supporting vulnerable adults in supported living or residential settings.

What you need to do now
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