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Job description

Are you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs to live fulfilling and independent lives? We are seeking a compassionate, motivated and organised Team Leader to join our team at Mulhern Close. At Inspire, we believe everyone deserves to live a healthy, meaningful life filled with purpose and connection

Responsibilities

• Develop & maintain a trusting and professional relationship with the people who use our services and act in a supportive and empathetic manner towards them.
• Contribute to, and help maintain a harmonious and therapeutic environment.
• Support the people who use our services to manage their physical health, mental health and wellbeing through the development, implementation and monitoring of individual Care Plans.
• Work closely with statutory professionals, including the Positive Behaviour Support Service and Intensive Behaviour Support Services, to ensure plans are delivered consistently and appropriately as outlined by the commissioners.
• Actively encourage the involvement of the people who use our services in all aspects of decision making, be sensitive and seek solutions in difficulties encountered by the people who use our services.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Professional qualification e.g: Professional Social Work qualification and be registered or eligible for registration on appointment on the NISCC’s register, A first level registered nurse on the appropriate part of the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Or a relevant degree i.e. Psychology, Social Care and be registered or eligible for registration on appointment on the NISCC’s register or NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification or equivalent and be registered or eligible for registration.
• Be willing to work various shifts, including day shifts, sleep over cover, night cover, evening and weekend work on a shift rota basis.
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience working in a Social Care setting plus experience of liaising with statutory and other voluntary agencies.
• Proven experience of financial planning and managing monies.
• Have proven experience of motivating Services Users.