Job Description

Include Me 2 Club SCIO (SC047911)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Please do not apply if you do not meet the essential criteria noted below.

Post

Buddy Up Support Worker - Children services, Youth Services and Adult services

Type of Contract

Flexible - dependent on hours/requirements (sessional)

Hours

Various - matched to the needs of the individual. The average is 4 hours per individual but may differ. Weekend availability is essential

Location

Various

Reports to

Coordinator of that service

Responsible for

supporting a young person or adult in the community

Salary

12.60 per hour

Why work at Include Me 2 Club?

Include Me 2 Club is a fast-paced, growing charity that exists to ensure all children, young people and adults with an additional support need, disability or mental health condition are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with a range of projects, partners and funders to ensure that our specialist services within the sector are strengthened, supported, member-led, evidence-informed and deliver high-quality outcomes. We are looking for creative and energetic people to join our small, enthusiastic team who are at the forefront of actively promoting equality of opportunity for members.

Purpose of the post

To support a young person or adult with complex ASN within the community to develop life skills and build confidence in their daily activities. The post-holder will support the service user with a range of activities including:

Using public transport Managing finances Leisure activities (service user currently enjoys visiting the cinema and going out for dinner but is keen to build confidence to try new things) Helping to develop life skills Support in education

Providing transport forms part of the role so a full driving licence and business insurance is essential.

Duties:

Coordinate and plan activities with the service user and and their family Provide transport for service user (driving licence and access to own car is essential) Support and encourage the development of life and social skills (e.g. use of public transport, participating in social activities). Child protection and Health & Safety policies and other relevant policies and complete any appropriate reports e.g. accident / incident forms Encourage good behaviour and deal with any challenging behaviour in accordance with the projects policies and procedures. Ensure non-discriminatory practices at all times in line with the Equal Opportunities policy Contribute to joint working and partnership working ensuring positive relationships with all concerned Act in line with the requests and expectations of families and care-givers to ensure consistency in approach for our members

Administration/Procedures:

Ensure familiarity and adherence to the organisation's procedures/policies Noting and acting with regard to special health or dietary needs of members Attendance at staff meetings and training sessions as required Keeping a log of, and reporting any issues on sessions to your line manager Other duties associated with Buddy-up service as required If appropriate for your organisation maintain a register, paperwork and reports

Buddy Up Support Worker - Person Specification

Essentials Required by Service User

Knowledge and understanding various ASN's Supportive of LGBTQ+ community First-hand knowledge of the challenges facing people with neurological disorders and/or anxiety within school and social environments Willingness to learn about different ASN's including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD Experience in supporting/befriending people Effective communicator Patience

Essentials Required by IM2C

Full driving license Access to own car Business insurance Weekend availability Awareness of Child/Adult Protection guidelines, evaluation techniques and relevant legislation. Awareness of the needs of young adults and people with varied additional support needs and disabilities. Be able to work within the ethos of the organisation. Flexible approach to working hours Be patient, tolerant and able to work in a team. Be organised and efficient as well as flexible in your approach Willingness to learn, research and adapt
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Application question(s):

Do you have a driving license, access to a car and business insurance? Based on the job description and essential requirements, please tell us why you think you're suitable for the role. Ability to drive a car, have access to a car and have business insurance is required for the job. Do you have all of these? Weekend and evening availability is necessary. Are you able to work evenings and weekends?
Licence/Certification:

driving license (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 1:1 (Buddy Up) support service facilitator