We have an exciting opportunity for a support worker to join our dedicated team in Mirus Respite. In this role, you will support people to build relationships, try new things, and feel part of their community – so that they can live good lives.

As part of the Respite team, you will be supporting families/carers to have time away and short breaks from the crucial support they provide to there loved ones and individuals they support.

A full UK driving license is essential.

Due to the variety of people we support you will need to be a good team player and be able to adapt to different support needs and situations to ensure the support we provide is person centred. You will need to be a very upbeat and willing to learn new things.

A little about Respite.

Within the respite setting you will be supporting across two separate properties with a total of 48 (currently) people we support. These 48 individuals will have short stays dependant on their allocation throughout the year which could include, weekdays, one nights, weekends and stays up to a maximum of 3 weeks. Although both properties can hold a maximum of three people we support at a time, only one is open all week, the other just for weekends.

Due to the amount of people we support and the differences in needs the biggest factor Respite runs on is compatibility. This compatibility is the cement that holds Respite together and ensures the support we provide to others is both person centred and inclusive of our values as a provider.

As we are commissioned through the local authority, we receive referrals on a weekly basis for others to potentially use the service, meaning our numbers are always changing.

Throughout the year we are only commissioned to be open for 48 weeks meaning 8 weeks a year respite does not run. During these few weeks scattered throughout the year you will be redeployed to other services within Mirus or expected to take annual leave if you require. These 8 weeks currently accrue during holiday periods (summer holidays and Christmas etc) but due to the need for respite growing higher each year this may change in the future.

About Mirus

For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.

We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.

We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.

Everything we do is guided by our values: Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.

What You'll Do

As a Support Worker, you will:

· Support people to do the things they enjoy, try new experiences, and live good lives.

· Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal preparation, personal care, and maintaining routines.

· Work close with day services and provide handovers.

· Encourage and support people to strengthen relationships with, friends, and their community.

· Encourage people to be more independent and help with transitions into supported living.

· Work alongside professionals such as social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure people receive the best support.

· Listen to the people you support and support them to make choices about their lives.

· Provide crucial respite for carers/families.

· Help with the introduction of new referrals and the transition into the service.

· Update plans between and before stays.

Why Join Us?

We value our staff and offer:

· A fully funded and supported QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).

· Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.

· Extra pay for sleep-in and wake-in shifts – one of the highest rates in Wales.

· A full training programme with opportunities for development and career progression.

· 24 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays (increasing after 5 years' service).

· A Cycle to Work Scheme.

· A Wellbeing Hub to support your health and wellbeing.

· Registration with Social Care Wales and DBS check paid for by Mirus.

· A £300 employee referral scheme when you recommend someone to join us.

If you want to make a difference and help people live good lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!