direct support worker

Empowering Connection

A General Disability Support Worker provides person-centred support to individuals living with disability, assisting them to build independence, achieve their goals, and participate fully in daily life. This role involves delivering practical assistance with personal care, domestic tasks, community access, and social engagement, while also promoting choice, dignity, and inclusion. Support Workers collaborate with participants, their families, and other professionals to tailor care to individual needs and uphold NDIS Practice Standards. The position requires empathy, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in varied environments, ensuring safe, respectful, and empowering support at all times. )

Disability Support Worker (General Support Work)

Randstad Care

Specialist Support Workers Needed in Portsmouth! ? Are you an experienced Support Worker or Senior Support Worker passionate about making a real difference to vulnerable children and young people right here in Portsmouth? Join our dedicated specialist teams providing high-level, trauma-informed support. We need committed individuals ready to step up, create safe environments, and use their expertise to guide young people through tough journeys. Rates of pay (PAYE) <ul> <li>Days - £18.00 p/h</li><li>Waking Night - £20.00 p/h </li><li>Sleep in - £13.69 p/h</li></ul> The Benefits: <ul> <li>Excellent Pay: An elevated rate that beats existing local Portsmouth pay scales.</li><li>Stability: A rolling rota offering consistency and predictability.</li><li>Support: A close-knit team structure and dedicated support from your Randstad local specialist team.</li><li>Development: Access to training and opportunities to deepen your specialist skills.</li><li>Referral Bonus: Earn a fantastic £300 for referring friends!</li><li>Day shift or night shift rotations available</li></ul> What We Need From You: <ul> <li>You must have experience supporting children/young people in a residential setting </li><li>Be confident using de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviours calmly. </li><li>Flexible to work in various settings including within residential settings and community settings across the Portsmouth area.</li><li>A driver's licence (with business insurance) is highly desired. </li><li>Reliable, resilient, and observant nature</li><li>Commitment to provide continuous support. </li><li>Able to provide accurate reporting information while on shift. </li><li>Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures. </li></ul> The Role: You'll be working within our Tailored Localised Care Team, providing essential support to young people who require a safe and nurturing environment. This involves: <ul> <li>Keeping young people safe and engaging them in independent living skills.</li><li>Facilitating access to community activities and appointments.</li><li>Collaborating with other social care professionals.</li><li>Supporting young people facing challenges such as severe mental health issues, self-harm, challenging behaviors, learning disabilities, offending behaviors, and those on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLs) Orders.</li></ul> What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>Key Personality Traits: <ul> <li>Calmness during crisis situations (aggression, self-harm, destructive behaviors).</li><li>Confidence in your experience to support daily decision-making.</li><li>Understanding of how trauma, previous experiences, and diagnoses impact behavior.</li><li>Non-judgmental attitude, keeping an open mind even in challenging situations.</li><li>Resilience to continue supporting through stressful situations and to keep trying new ways to engage.</li><li>Observant nature, with the ability to share insights through reports and meetings.</li></ul> </li></ul> Ready to take the next exciting step in your career in Portsmouth? Apply today and help us make a profound impact on young lives! -Would you like any additional changes or guidance, or perhaps further assistance with other marketing content? Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

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Beacon Light Behavioral Health System

<div>Direct Support Professional - Children's - McKean Co. - Full-Time - First Street Residential 
<ul><li>
McKean, PA, USA</li><li>
17.10 per hour</li><li>
Hourly</li><li>
Full Time</li><li>
Comprehensive Benefits Package</li></ul>

Our organization strongly believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. We are seeking responsible, caring, and compassionate direct support professionals to join our team. The ideal job candidate will be highly dependable and have a passion for helping those with intellectual disabilities, autism, mental health, and behavioral health needs to live a more fulfilled and happy life.

Working with the individuals in a Residential Treatment Facility, you will assess his/her needs and tend to them accordingly with the goal of fostering a positive, encouraging environment and supporting individuals with social, emotional, and behavioral needs. You will assist individuals in becoming more integrated in their communities by maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities.

Responsibilities also include daily living activities as needed, planning activities, supervision of individuals, documentation, passing medications, crisis management, planning therapeutic activities, etc. You will provide behavioral and therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Master's level Therapist.

Work Hours:
<ul><li>
Must be willing to work 2nd shift, weekends, and Holidays as well as occasional overnights.</li><li>
Possible Shifts: 1st shift, 2nd shift, 3rd shift</li></ul>

This position requires:
<ul><li>
A High School diploma or equivalency</li><li>
Must be at least 18 years of age</li></ul>

This position prefers:
<ul><li>
An Associate's or higher in a human service related field</li><li>
A Bachelor's degree</li><li>
Two years prior experience in a human service related field</li><li>
Valid Driver's License with a clean DMV record preferred.</li></ul>

BENEFITS:
<ul><li>
Excellent Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Personal Days</li><li>
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance</li><li>
Flexible Spending Account</li><li>
Retirement Plan</li><li>
Pet Insurance</li><li>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (if you are eligible)</li><li>
Verizon Wireless Discount</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>
And More!</li></ul>

About Us

The phrase Beacon Light actually refers to two distinct companies: 
Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS) and Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS).

Together they provide mental health services to adults, children and families in both community-based and residential settings. Individually, BLARS primarily provides residential programs for adults, while BLBHS provides community-based and residential programs for children, as well as community-based programs for adults.</div>

Direct Support Professional - Children's - McKean Co. - Full-Time - First Street Residential

<div>Direct Support Professional - Children's - McKean Co. - Full-Time - STAR 
<ul><li>
McKean, PA, USA</li><li>
17.10 per hour</li><li>
Hourly</li><li>
Full Time</li><li>
Comprehensive Benefits Package</li></ul>

Our organization strongly believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. We are seeking responsible, caring, and compassionate direct support professionals to join our team. The ideal job candidate will be highly dependable and have a passion for helping those with intellectual disabilities, autism, mental health, and behavioral health needs to live a more fulfilled and happy life.

Working with the individuals in a Residential Treatment Facility, you will assess his/her needs and tend to them accordingly with the goal of fostering a positive, encouraging environment and supporting individuals with social, emotional, and behavioral needs. You will assist individuals in becoming more integrated in their communities by maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities.

Responsibilities also include daily living activities as needed, planning activities, supervision of individuals, documentation, passing medications, crisis management, planning therapeutic activities, etc. You will provide behavioral and therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Master's level Therapist.

Work Hours:
<ul><li>
Must be willing to work 2nd shift, weekends, and Holidays as well as occasional overnights.</li><li>
Possible Shifts: 1st shift, 2nd shift, 3rd shift</li></ul>

This position requires:
<ul><li>
A High School diploma or equivalency</li><li>
Must be at least 18 years of age</li></ul>

This position prefers:
<ul><li>
An Associate's or higher in a human service related field</li><li>
A Bachelor's degree</li><li>
Two years prior experience in a human service related field</li><li>
Valid Driver's License with a clean DMV record preferred.</li></ul>

BENEFITS:
<ul><li>
Excellent Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Personal Days</li><li>
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance</li><li>
Flexible Spending Account</li><li>
Retirement Plan</li><li>
Pet Insurance</li><li>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (if you are eligible)</li><li>
Verizon Wireless Discount</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>
And More!</li></ul>

About Us

The phrase Beacon Light actually refers to two distinct companies: 
Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS) and Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS).

Together they provide mental health services to adults, children and families in both community-based and residential settings. Individually, BLARS primarily provides residential programs for adults, while BLBHS provides community-based and residential programs for children, as well as community-based programs for adults.</div>

Direct Support Professional - Children's - McKean Co. - Full-Time - STAR

Active Care Group

Looking for a unique part-time role with real impact and a full week off every other week? Join Active Care in the Home, and become part of a rewarding new care team supporting a bright and spirited 20-year-old client in Barnstaple, Devon. Salary: up to £13.50 per hour Department: Frontline Care Location: Barnstaple - Care in the Home South Division Employment type: Part Time Division: Care In The Home Hours Per Week: 24-48 Closing date: 12/11/2025 About the role: We re building a brand-new team of Support Workers to care for our female client when she returns to her family home from her care home. She visits every other week for two days and that s when you ll step in to make a real difference. Our client has learning disabilities, global developmental delay, and is non-verbal. You won t be working alone every shift is a double-up, meaning two support workers are always on hand. This role is perfect for someone who is compassionate, reliable, and looking for consistent, part-time hours in a supportive environment. When you will be working: <ul> <li> Week 1: Work 2 consecutive 12-hour shifts (Day OR Waking Night) that s 24 hours total </li> <li> Week 2: Enjoy the week off! </li> <li> This pattern continues on a bi-weekly basis </li> </ul> What to look forward to: <ul> <li> Earn up to £13.50 per hour (depending on experience) </li> <li> Full specialist training, shadow shifts, and ongoing support from your Care Manager </li> <li> Access to the Active Learning Hub e-learning & in-person development </li> <li> Holiday pay, regular monthly rotas, and a Nest pension </li> <li> Be recognised through our Active Awards programme </li> <li> Refer a friend and earn up to £1,500 </li> <li> A chance to build a meaningful career with the backing of a leading clinical and business team </li> </ul> This is more than just a job it s a chance to build a trusted connection with one individual and make a genuine difference in her life. Apply today and become part of something special with Active Care in the Home.

Support Worker

Naufar

<div>
 
 
 *ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 JOB PURPOSE:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 To enable Patients and their families maximize their relationships and give them practical help in accessing appropriate community opportunities and resources.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Provide social work assessment, intervention, advocacy with external agencies, social work case coordination and management, and counselling services to Patients and their families who encounter psychosocial concerns.
 </li>
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 To identify appropriate social and community opportunities and resources to facilitate the recovery journey.
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 To be available to families and community members to listen, provide advice and support to help them cope with family members with substance use problems and to assist in accessing Naufar services.
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 Consider any legal issues for Patients and refer those required for clarification to the Head Social Worker as the clinical liaison with the Security department.
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 Provide direct support for Patients and their families, to assist in rebuilding Patient&rsquo;s family and social relationships and helping restore the Patients&rsquo; social effectiveness in a framework, which respect the Patients cultural background and identity.
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 Document Patient&rsquo;s needs assessment to develop a service plan with projected goals and intervention planning.
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 As part of the social work assessment, identify any concerns regarding the safety of family members including children and vulnerable adults and to report these concerns to the Head Social Worker.
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 To be the primary Naufar point of contact with Families for Patients.
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 Implement care plan that follows established policies, procedures and practices, to ensure safe and professional care.
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 Coordinate community resources and referrals to facilitate health transitioning, long-term planning, information exchange and expedited discharge planning.
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 Coordinate the needs of Patients, available resources and their families to facilitate re-integration into the community.
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 <li>
 Facilitate health transitioning for Patients from clinic to home/community, which includes direct social work and counselling related to changes in lifestyle, relationships, physical functioning, employment and financial concerns, and emotional-psychological functioning.
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 Help develop Patients&rsquo; ability to cope with their new lives after recovery and develop their enthusiasm to achieve their goals that they are looking for, regaining self-esteem and re-engaging meaningfully in society.
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 Encourage and support Patients and their families to be responsible for promoting, maintaining and enhancing their health and independence.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Professional/Academic Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor degree in social work from a recognized university or an equivalent combination of social work education and experience.
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 <li>
 Licensed as a registered social worker in Qatar
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 <li>
 Up-to date CPD in relevant areas.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 At least 5 years in health related social work experience, including clinical practice.
 </li>
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 Multidisciplinary experience in range clinical fields to include mental health and medical services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience in specialist area of substance related and addictive disorders or mental health conditions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Clinical Social Worker-Arab

City of Marietta, GA

<div>Rate of Pay: Line Worker $35.98 - $50.63, Apprentice Line Worker $22.10 - $31.10 
Status: Open Until Filled 
 
 This is an &ldquo;at will&rdquo; apprentice training position or a Line Work position within the Electrical department responsible for assisting in rebuilding, installing, repairing of electrical lines in the Marietta Power service area. This position allows for candidates to be hired at either Apprentice Line Worker or Line Worker based on qualifications. The pay ranges listed represent steps 1-8 for both Apprentice and Line Worker with progression through the pay ranges based on successful completion of each step requirements. The employee is required to complete the job requirements and training for each step level within the apprentice line worker program. The employee performs more responsible line work as they advance through each level within the apprentice program. This position works under close supervision of an assigned Foreperson or experienced line worker as assigned. 
<ul><li>
Assists line workers in pulling or installing overhead and underground primary and secondary wires; digging ditches or holes; installing switches or capacitor banks; and installing, wiring and switching on underground switching cubicles and transformers.</li><li>
Provides ground support in the installation of overhead and underground primary and secondary lines, residential and commercial services and meters. More advanced apprentice levels aid in transferring live electrical primaries from one pole to another hanging and wiring transformers while working on aerial bucket and/or climb poles pole up to 100 ft. if unable to reach with bucket trucks as assigned.</li><li>
Provides ground support Assists in installing transformers, reclosers, capacitors, and other related parts on power poles. More advanced assignments involve single-phase transformers and building three phase transformer banks.</li><li>
Will operate as assigned according to skill level: tractors, backhoes, rock cutters, boom and bucket trucks, and digs holes with line truck.</li><li>
Assists in replacing and installs power poles and anchors and related parts damaged by weather or accidents.</li><li>
Assists with installation and wiring of underground transformers, switching cubicles, and termination cabinets.</li><li>
Repairs and installs overhead and underground street lighting.</li><li>
Assists in monitoring the work of the ground support employees while work is in progress as assigned.</li><li>
Assists in locating and repairing underground primary and secondary lines. Splices underground primary and secondary power lines.</li><li>
Cleans and inspects power line repair equipment, including rubber safety equipment and service truck bucket and boom equipment.</li><li>
Cleans and inspects line repair and safety equipment including rubber gloves and aerial (bucket) and boom truck equipment.</li><li>
Completes job order forms, warehouse materials list, fuel logs, personal timecard and other related forms as needed.</li><li>
Serves on call, one week at a time on a rotating basis. Maintains availability for &ldquo;on call&rdquo; and overtime work. Must be able to respond to outages in a timely manner.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as required.</li></ul>
 
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
High school graduate or GED.</li><li>
Must weigh no more than 280 lbs. due to the weight limitations and safety requirements of the equipment.</li><li>
Must have completed a formal apprentice line worker program with a minimum of four years verifiable experience and successfully complete all sections of the comprehensive line worker test within the first 30 days of employment.</li><li>
Must meet all job qualification standards required by APPA, OSHA, NESC, and Marietta Power.</li><li>
Must have a valid Georgia Class A commercial driver's license, and a satisfactory seven-year driving history, to include no DUI&rsquo;s in the last 5 years.
</li><li>Must have a working knowledge of overhead line work, including transformers (three-phase and single-phase), reclosers, capacitor banks, and sectionlizers.</li><li>
Must have a working knowledge of underground line work, including termination of primary cables, three-phase and single-phase transformers, switching cubicles, fault locating, and repairing (includes switch-out, isolates, and grounding).</li><li>
 Knowledge and skill using all tools, materials, and equipment used in electrical line work.</li><li>
Knowledge and application of the safety methods and equipment used when working with live electrical lines.</li><li>
Ability to work around high voltage lines without direct supervision.</li><li>
Knowledge, skill and ability in climbing poles and working at various heights.</li><li>
Ability to apply basic math in making job-related calculations.</li><li>
Ability to communicate with subordinates, BLW supervisors, and engineers to provide technical assistance, training, or make suggestions to simplify job and increase work quality and efficiency.</li><li>
Ability to read, understand, and apply all related code and specification manuals, including the APPA and National Electric Safety Codes.</li><li>
Ability to understand and respond to written job orders and accurately interpret blueprints.</li><li>
Must have a valid Georgia flagging certification, First Aid and CPR certification, or obtain within work test period.</li><li>
Ability to obtain ITS certification within work test period.</li></ul> 

Disclaimer 
Successful candidates are required to submit to drug screen, physical exam, &amp; background inquiry. 

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Electrical Utility Line Worker

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