Contract to start ASAP

Duration: 16 weeks with a possible extension.

Responsibilities:

To provide outcome-focused, strength based and time-limited interventions for people in the community, at the Southwark Resource Centre or other locations. In line with their EHCP listed outcomes.

To provide person-centred support for people with complex needs, by developing communication skills and participation/engagement in tailored activities to their maximise opportunities and increase independence.

To act as keyworker in identifying and facilitating person-centred, meaningful EHCP outcomes with the person, and their wider support networks.

To plan appropriate interventions to maximise social inclusion, wellbeing and promote independence and resilience.

To connect people with their local network, Community Voluntary Sector and their wider community to promote independence and well-being.

To identify what assets, support networks and local resources are available and accessible to persons.

To provide advice, information and connect individuals and their support networks to local community services.

To have the opportunity to have choice and control over the support they access.

Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with persons, their families and carers, and with other professionals.

Ability to deal effectively and safely with behaviours of concern within a PBS framework.

Ability to assist people with their physical needs, such as toileting, transfers, mobility and eating, whilst ensuring that the service user is treated with dignity and respect at all times.

Paying attention to a persons sensory needs.

Ability to complete risk assessments and implement safe plans, with an awareness of Health and Safety legislation and responsibilities.

Good organisational and planning skills.

To be able to organise and prioritise own work and meet the varied demands of the role.

Ability to work as part of a team and use own initiative where appropriate.

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