As a Community Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and professional support to individuals who require assistance with daily activities, personal care, and emotional well-being. Your role will focus on enhancing the quality of life for service users, promoting their independence, and providing a safe and supportive environment.

THE ROLE:

Based in Motherwell. You will work 4 days per week, 2 of which will be 9.30 am- 1.30 pm and the other 2 will be 9.30 am - 4.30 pm. You will also be required to work every 4th Saturday, 10 am-6 pm.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Personal Care Assistance: Provide help with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming, while maintaining the dignity and respect of individuals.
• Daily Living Support: Assist with daily living activities, including meal preparation, feeding, mobility support, and light housekeeping.
• Medication Support: Administer prescribed medications and monitor health conditions.
• Health and Well-being Monitoring: Observe and report any changes in the physical or emotional health of service users, ensuring their well-being is maintained.
• Emotional Support: Offer emotional support and companionship.
• Promoting Independence: Encourage and support service users in maintaining or increasing their independence and autonomy in daily activities. This can include participating in social or recreational activities.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Safeguarding: Follow safeguarding procedures to ensure the safety and protection of vulnerable adults.
• Person Centred Care – Support service users using a person centred approach.