CMI Support Worker

Are you a caring and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role? Join our team as a CMI Support Worker and help empower individuals with learning disabilities and autism to live independently, achieve their goals, and feel part of their community.

CMI Support Worker
Leeds and surrounding areas

• Part time, between 4 - 25 hours per week
• Zero hours contract
• £11.44 per hour
• You may be required to work weekdays, weekends, evenings and bank holidays

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

People in Action (Yorkshire) is a Leeds-based charity that has been making a difference since 1983. We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and Asperger’s, helping them build confidence, develop life skills, and live independently. Our services focus on empowerment, inclusion, and personal growth, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Count Me In (CMI) service is a bespoke one-to-one support program tailored to each individual’s needs. We work closely with our members, promoting choice, independence, and personal development through tailored support and meaningful activities.

The Role

As a CMI Support Worker, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting individuals with mild to complex needs, enabling them to achieve their personal goals and live fulfilling lives. You’ll work flexibly across home and community settings, providing compassionate, person-centered support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support at home and in the community
• Encourage independence by supporting daily living activities
• Help members manage finances, shopping, cooking, and household tasks
• Support members in accessing services, education, volunteering, and employment
• Facilitate social inclusion, friendships, and leisure activities
• Promote wellbeing, health, and personal development
• Ensure dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times
• Report on progress, attend meetings, and follow safeguarding procedures
• Work flexibly to meet members’ needs, including some evening and weekend shifts

Why Join Us?

We value our team and offer great benefits, including:

• 5.6 weeks holiday
• Mindful Employer Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid Expenses
• Paid Mandatory Training
• Workplace Pension
• Additional Company Sick Pay Entitlement 
• Blue Light Card - Costs Reimbursed
• Flexible Approach to Working hours 

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference, with at least 6 months of experience in care or support work. If you’re caring, flexible, and proactive, we’d love to hear from you! About you:

• Commitment to person-centered care
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and motivate individuals
• Understanding of the needs and challenges faced by people with learning disabilities & autism
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management & support plans
• Ability to work independently & as part of a team
• A flexible approach to working hours and willingness to travel
• A driving licence with business insurance is desirable but not essential

If you're ready to empower, support, and inspire, apply today!

Please note it is a requirement that all CMI Support Workers will be required to complete a DBS check due to working directly with vulnerable adults.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Support Worker, Care Assistant, Personal Support Worker, Learning Disabilities Support Worker, Autism Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Independent Living Assistant, Social Care Worker, Outreach Support Worker.