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Job description

At Positive Futures, we support people with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and autism, helping them live fulfilling and independent lives. As a Specialist Relief Support Worker, you’ll be at the heart of this mission, providing essential support and making a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Providing person centred support.
• Supporting people to be safe and healthy.
• Supporting independence, social and communication skills.
• Coaching and mentoring of staff and volunteers.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• To apply for this role, you must have:  One of the following:  3 years’ experience in a health or social care setting.
• Or  QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) And have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a health and social care setting. It is the applicant’s responsibility to demonstrate how their qualification is equivalent.
• Or  QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) And have a minimum of 1 years' experience in a health and social care setting. It is the applicant’s responsibility to demonstrate how their qualification is equivalent.
• Or  Psychology Degree And have a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a health and social care setting.
• Or  Psychology master's degree And have a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a health and social care setting.
• And At least 1 years' experience of working with people with a learning disability or autism.
• At least 1 years' experience in managing behaviours of concern through the implementation of Positive Behaviour Support.
• Full, valid driving licence or an ability to travel independently to meet the requirements of the post.
• Be registered, or be eligible for registration on appointment, on the appropriate part of the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) or other relevant professional body.