... at our autism specialist residential care service in Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough
An exciting opportunity has arisen within SJOG for experienced support workers to become part of a brand new specialist residential home which will be accredited with National Autistic Society for 3 adults with autism and associated conditions. The service is designed specifically around the people who are moving in to meet their individual needs.
This recruitment process is for Emily who has autism and other associated complex needs. Emily* is currently living in a hospital environment and has done for a number of years. Initially following induction you will be supporting her in this environment therefore travel to Durham is part of this process. Travel time and mileage will be paid as part of the time supporting Emily.
If you have a contemporary understanding of autism and are interested in developing the latest research and practice skills so that people with autism can thrive in their local community, then we want to hear from you!
* Name has been changed to protect identity
We are an award winning charity that is thriving, so why not have a look at the positions on offer...
If you require any further information regarding the vacancy please email Emma Lewthwaite: emmalewthwaite@sjog.org.uk
About Emily
Emily loves to laugh and have fun. Her hobbies include crafting and cooking.
She needs a support worker who:
- Can adapt quickly
- Has empathy
- Is able to offer reassurance
- Is good at listening and understanding
- Is positive
- Has a calm demeanour
- Is caring
- Has a happy smiley face and presence
- Can identify when things are ‘too much’
- Provide support with unfamiliar/new people Can provide personal care and support
- Can help using communication aids (inc Makaton)
Supporting you
We truly value the work our people do and like to show our appreciation with a range of benefits and rewards:
- Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
- Health Benefits Package
- Buying and Selling Annual Leave
- Savings & Loans Scheme
- Discount Services
- We are an equal opportunities employer
- Refer a Friend Scheme and receive up to £400 for each friend following their successful probation
- Going the Extra Mile Awards & SJOG Legacy Awards - recognising your contribution is important to us
- LOVED
Find out more about our great rewards and benefits - https://sjog.uk/rewardsandbenefits.php
Developing you
Colleagues in SJOG have the opportunity of an amazing career. We believe in investing in you to be the best you can be, so that people with autism and complex needs thrive. You will thrive too!
- Full access to our training Academy, the Ministry of Hospitality where you have access to over 140 courses.
- A career development plan developed specific for you and a learning pathway to achieve this.
- The opportunity to go beyond levels 3, 4 & 5 qualifications and to gain degree level qualifications is a specialist field of work.
- Specialise in areas of interest such as an Advanced Diploma in Positive Behaviour Support. There’s lots of opportunity here!
- Become a Mental Health First Aider
- Gain membership to SJOG’s Outstanding Managers Network.
- Nomination for local and national awards for your outstanding contribution.
- Attending annual conferences
Your career starts here, so let’s have a chat.
Please email peopleteam@sjog.org.uk or for an informal chat please contact Toni Fyfe on 07442 567026.
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