Job Title: Community Connector
We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Community Connector to join our Day Opportunities team at WALK. This role plays an active part in the on-going development of person-centred practice and thinking within WALK, providing day-to-day support to individuals who use our service.
About the Role:
The purpose of this role is to provide support to people taking part in WALKs Day support services, enabling them to build a lifestyle and live their life as part of their chosen community.
Key Responsibilities:
* To act as keyworker to a cohort of participants, supporting them to identify their individual goals and achieve valued outcomes in relation to employment, education/training and personal development.
* Working with people to develop their skills, competencies and personal development needs to make positive contributions in their community.
* Leading and facilitating planning with everyone to craft their own support arrangements.
* To establish, measure and develop everyone's network of natural supports.
* Co-ordinating the individuals staff supports and services, including the involvement of mainstream services and natural supports.
* Working with people to build meaningful and supportive connections with their families and community through a range of interests and access to community activities, venues and services.
Service User Profile:
WALK's vision and mission is to provide support to people with intellectual disabilities and complex needs to live self-determined lives in their local communities.
Requirements:
* Third level qualification in Social Care or a related field.
* Two years experience working with people with disabilities/social care sector and assisting them to achieve valued social roles.
* Full clean drivers licence.
Benefits:
* Access to our Employee Assistance Scheme.
* Performance Development System.
* Up to 25 days Annual Leave.
* Travel (bike-to-work schemes/tax saver tickets).