Support Worker
Job Description
About the employer:
Do you what have it takes to support the carers of people with moderate to severe dementia/mental illness out in the community? Are you able to work in a holistic, person-centred and enabling way with the carer, promoting choice, self-determination and fostering connection to local communities; ensuring that they have a positive experience of care and support? If so, this is an exciting new project running for 12 months in the first instance.
About the role:
The successful candidates will:
- be self-starters, able to work independently as well as part of a team
- possess excellent organisational, interpersonal and IT skills
- be able to work closely and collaboratively with colleagues in mental health & other partners
- have an excellent understanding of the needs and concerns of carers supporting people with dementia/mental illness
Hours of work:
37 hours per week (part-time may be considered)
How to apply:
To apply please visit www.ageuk.org.uk/notts.
Employee benefits:
As an employee of Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire you will be eligible for our attractive package which includes 24 days annual leave (Pro Rata), public holidays, flexible working and a 4% employer contribution pension (in line with auto-enrolment rules).
