Support Worker - Specialist Deaf Complex Needs Sup

Sandwell Deaf Community Association

Job Description

Full-time (37 hours/week) – part-time hours considered

We are continuing to develop and grow our services and are looking for committed and flexible individuals with initiative and a can-do attitude to join our Support Service.

Salary: £26,236 per year (pro rata for part-time)

Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time), including some evenings and weekends. Part-time hours will be considered.

Office base: Sandwell Deaf Community Association, West Bromwich, West Midlands

Purpose of the role

To provide support in the home and local community, enabling the individual to learn and make decisions about their life and future choices.

Essential:

Experience and understanding of Deaf people with additional and complex needs.
Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL), or equivalent (including native/near-native BSL skills).
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Willingness to undertake further study to develop BSL skills and complete any job-specific training.
Responsibility for safeguarding adults at risk.
Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are upheld at all times, in line with organisational and local safeguarding procedures.
Demonstrated experience working safely and effectively with adults at risk.

Desirable:

Certificate in Social Care
NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Personal attributes:

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels internally and externally.
Present an energetic commitment to the mission and objectives of SDCA.
Positive and enthusiastic approach.
Commitment to Equal Opportunities and working in a non-oppressive manner.

Why work for SDCA?

At SDCA, we support and encourage staff development. We offer opportunities for progression and job satisfaction. Over the past 22 years, SDCA has continued to grow and respond to the needs of our local Deaf community by delivering high-quality services.

Benefits