Outreach Support Worker | Leeds, West Yorkshire | £13.45 per hour | Full time

We are seeking caring and dedicated Outreach Support Workers to join Leeds Autism Services, supporting adults with autism to live fulfilling and independent lives. Position: Outreach Support Worker Salary: £13.45 per hour Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Hours: Full time and part time hours available, including flexible and unsocial hours Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Ongoing recruitment About the role As an Outreach Support Worker, you will help to improve the lives of the adults we support by promoting understanding and acceptance of people with autism. You will support individuals to be included and feel valued within their communities, while enabling them to make choices and decisions about their own lives. Key responsibilities include: Ensuring the welfare and development of service users by providing the highest standards of care Supporting person centred care planning and helping individuals achieve personal goals and outcomes Promoting inclusion, independence, choice and decision making Supporting service users in a non judgemental way in line with Positive Behaviour Support principles Supporting access to activities that help individuals achieve their goals Facilitating communication using each individual's preferred methods Maintaining accurate records including care plans, health and safety and medication Administering and storing medication in line with policies and procedures Recognising changes in wellbeing and reporting concerns appropriately Maintaining professional boundaries at all times You will work across community settings, service users' homes and different organisational bases, with flexibility required for changing rotas and activities. About you You will be a compassionate and reliable individual with a genuine commitment to supporting people with autism. Essential skills and experience: Ability to empathise and advocate for people with autism and or learning disabilities Good communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work as part of a team Basic IT skills including email and Word A positive, flexible and non judgemental approach Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to equality and diversity Desirable: NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Care or equivalent Experience supporting people with autism, learning disabilities or challenging behaviour Experience of person centred planning Ability to drive and access to a vehicle About Leeds Autism Services Leeds Autism Services is a charity dedicated to helping create a more autism friendly society. They campaign for the rights and recognition of autistic people, promote understanding of autism, and provide specialist support to service users. Working for Leeds Autism Services is rewarding, challenging and enjoyable. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference every day, meet great people, and access excellent training and development opportunities. The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and pre employment checks. They are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Support Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Care Worker, Learning Disability Support Worker