Support Worker - JH-LT-SFCC13

The purpose of this Job is to support a teenage boy with autism, epilepsy, ASD and SPD. The child lives at home with his Mum, Dad and sister. The purpose is to build a professional relationship with the child, support him to become more independent and to support his daily needs. The teenage boy loves music / sounds and also has a keen interest in buses, trains and clocks. He struggles to express himself so support will be required to encourage and motivate him to do things he enjoys. He has a set routine and likes to stick to this. To support with:

• Engaging with the teenage and taking part in activities he enjoys e.g. going to watch trains / buses, going to the play park, long walks, coffee shops, zoo and the beach.
• Constant supervision is required at all times.
• Support with all safety aspects.
• Assisting with medication (emergency medication)
• The boy does have reins, and this will be used when out in the community. He does also have access to his wheelchair.
• To build a supportive relationship and take part in activities which the child enjoys.
• Personal care may be required e.g. changing him if he has a fit / seizure.
• To support him with independence
• To be supportive, encouraging and engaging.
• To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required.
  
  Have an understanding of the child and their needs.
• Preferrable to have a driving license.
• Have a bubbly and outgoing personality.
• Flexible with the hours you can work.
• To be able to work on your own initiative and be aware of risks.
• Preferrable to have training in manual handling, medication training and have an awareness of autism and epilepsy.