Wayne Merritt

Supporting man with autism to live independently in the community. Assisting with daily living tasks, accessing the community and promoting his physical and mental wellbeing.

Managing a team of support workers to provide Housing Related Support to vulnerable people across Bristol.

• Allocated work, monitored and supported support workers’ caseloads
• Developed team members' skills through regular 1:1 sessions
• Carried out needs assessments and Support Plans
• Experience of implementing Data Protection, Health & Safety, Risk Assessments, Safeguarding procedures
• Held a caseload, provided direct support to vulnerable people to maintain their tenancies and prevent homelessness
• Managed my time and prioritised work in order to respond to emergencies/crises, provide 1:1 direct support, respond to the needs of the team and complete online recording and other admin duties
• Used various computer systems to keep accurate and up to date recording, provide reports, respond to emails, manage spreadsheets
• Liaising with other agencies including Social Care, homelessness prevention, Welfare Rights & Money Advice Service, Mental Health Teams, Health Care services

Provided Housing Related Support to vulnerable adults living in tenancies across Bristol.

• Carried out assessment and created mutually agreed support plans to help people achieve their goals.
• Providing personalised support to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
• Knowledge of welfare benefits including Universal Credit, Housing Benefit, Personal Independence Payment, Discretionary Housing Benefit, Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance
• Provided practical support such as shopping and attending appointments
• Experience of supporting people from disadvantaged groups including people with mental health issues, drug and alcohol misuse, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older people
• Knowledge and experience of providing budgeting and debt advice, prioritising debts and arranging repayment plans to prevent eviction
• Liaising with other agencies including Social Care, homelessness prevention, Welfare Rights & Money Advice Service, Mental Health Teams, Health Care services

-Supported 3 residents with learning difficulties to live independently in a house in the community.

- Provided practical and emotional support

- Developed good relationships to build self esteem and well being

- Helped with personal care, domestic chores, cooking, shopping

- Accompanied on outings and trips

- Accompanied to health appointments

- Worked as a part of a team, supporting colleagues and communicating effectively with each other

- Keeping up to date and accurate records

- Carried out sleep in duties as required

Supporting adults with learning difficulties to live in a residential home.

Supporting with personal care and building skills and abilities for people to become more independent

Helping with cooking, budgeting, accessing the community and education.

Developing relationships to build self-esteem and wellbeing

Following care and support plans

Accurate recording

Team working, supporting colleagues and good communication