Life Skills Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Identify effective communication methods for complex and sensitive issues
• Support tenants in developing personal, domestic, and community life skills
• Promote health, safety, and security, including medication administration
• Support tenants in maintaining their physical environment and self-care skills
• Contribute to the prevention and management of challenging behavior
• Maintain accurate manual and computerized records and reports
• Comply with legislative requirements and care standards
• Participate in continuous training and professional development

Requirements

• Experience working with individuals with autism, complex needs, or behavioral challenges
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals
• Ability to manage challenging behavior and use behavioral support strategies
• Willingness to perform physical care tasks, such as toileting
• Basic IT skills for record keeping and email
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work a 4-week rolling rota including early, late, and weekend shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of communication and learning strategies such as TEACCH or PECS
• Compliance with SSSC registration and qualification requirements

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous holidays
• Sick pay scheme
• Staff bus transport to and from city centre to campus
• NEST Pension Scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Ongoing professional development

About the Company

VSA's Rowanlea House Adult Service provides intensive housing support and care for young adults with complex learning and behavioral difficulties and autism, focusing on meaningful life skills and personal fulfillment.