Senior Key Worker

Progressive Mindz have a fantastic opportunity for Specialist Key Workers and Team Leaders. We are looking for experienced workers who are passionate and have a genuine interest in supporting children and young people.

This is an exciting time for Progressive Mindz; we are appointing full and part time workers for our new five-bed Wellbeing Service in Greenwich to provide specialist support for young people with a variety of complex needs.

Senior Key Worker Responsibilities:

• Commitment and the ability to coproducing services for young people with complex support needs.
• Deputise for the manager, take ownership of service delivery and line management of support staff.
• Provide specialist key work support for 2-3 young people within a multidisciplinary team and by adopting a multi-agency approach in partnership with Social Workers, CAMHS and specialist agencies.
• Support young people in their transition to adulthood.
• Proactively safeguard young people as outlined in the safeguarding policy and procedure.
• Proficient in the use of IT applications, with the ability to develop regular update reports, support plans and risk management plans.
• Work in the service, mainly alone, with the ability to work as a team.
• Deputise for the service manager in all operational aspects of service delivery.
• Support the manager in developing a high performing team to meet the responsive needs of young people.
• Effectively communicate, building and managing relationships with partner agencies including commissioners.

Senior Key Worker Requirements:

• Have an NVQ level 3 qualification / equivalent.
• Have the resilience to cope with challenging behaviour.
• Be a positive role model, be able to motivate young people and encourage their independence.
• Experience of working within a Children’s Home, Semi-independent Living services, Supported Housing, Homelessness, Mental Health Services or Advocacy Settings.
• Good understanding of issues facing young people with complex needs.
• Experience of providing key work support for those with complex needs such as CSE, substance abuse, mental Health, gang affiliation etc.
• Experience of designing and delivering workshops to vulnerable people
• Be able to use Microsoft Applications such as word to prepare case management reports and outlook for emails.
• Enhanced Disclosure and barring Service Check, ideally on the update service.
• Ability to work as part of a rolling rota and undertake shifts; early, late and weekends.

About Progressive Mindz:

The mission of Progressive Mindz is to provide safe, stable accommodation with 24 hours of onsite support for vulnerable children and young people between the ages of 16 to 25.

Progressive Mindz specialises in providing therapeutic support to children and young people with complex needs within a homely environment, enabling them to express their characters, feel safe and enrich their lives.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community

Location: Greenwich, London

Hours: Full Time & Part Time positions available, Permanent

Salary: £20,182 to £26,000 per annum pro rata

Benefits: 3% Pension contribution - 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata) - Access to Paid Training & Professional Development Programme - Ongoing support and development; annual appraisals and monthly supervisions - Career Progression

You may have experience of the following: Senior Key Worker, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, Healthcare Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities,Key Worker, Care Staff, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, NFP, Third Sector, Advocacy, Service Team Leader, Case Worker, Senior Support Worker, Senior Care Worker, Senior Case Worker, etc.

Ref: 93045

Do you have the personal commitment, maturity, drive and person-centred values to be able to make a real difference to the lives of people with complex needs?

The Registered Manager will lead the operational management of a service designed to meet the unique needs of 15 individual adults who have learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, mental health diagnosis and complex health needs which may also include presenting behaviours which may challenge.

The Registered Manager will ensure that the service strives to achieve and maintain the highest levels of quality, meeting all CQC standards and contract requirements and that this can be demonstrated through comprehensive quality and contract monitoring processes. You will ensure that the service works in a cohesive and coordinated manner and that service users experience fully integrated care and support. You will ensure that the care and support delivered is truly personalised and provided in accordance with agreed care plans, enabling service users to enjoy wellbeing, quality of life and community connections.

You will promote and re-inforce a culture of responsive, person-centred practice and active support across the service, with relationships based on respect and unconditional positive regard. Your rewarding role will include responsibility for:

• Recruitment and selection of staff matched to the needs of service users
• Management and deployment of staff to meet the needs of service users
• Team building and maintaining a highly motivated workforce
• Ensuring continuous, reliable and consistent service delivery at all times
• Meeting assessed needs and maximising positive outcomes
• Performance management
• Compliance with CQC & commissioner expectations and standards
• Effective contract management
• Effective prevention and management of incidents
• Positive risk management
• Staff support, supervision, coaching and training
• Excellent customer care for all stakeholders and preferences within available resources
• Responding to referrals and undertaking initial assessments of need
• Ensuring all service users have a co-produced plan of support and a designated Key Worker
• Co-ordinating a programme of regular person-centred reviews which put each person’s views and preferences at the heart of planning and decision making
• Maintaining high standards of environmental safety/quality and ensuring a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere
• Facilitate service user engagement, involvement and peer support

You must have prior experience of supporting people with a learning disability and/or autism who have complex needs and who communicate through behaviour that challenges. You must have supervisory/management experience. You will have thorough knowledge and experience of PBS strategies and positive risk management approaches, founded on the principles of least restrictive practice. You must demonstrate excellent assessment, support planning and report writing skills. Some experience of managing successful transitions from and into services is essential.

You will be able to demonstrate skills in managing and motivating a large staff team to achieve the highest standards of person-centred practice. You will be able to lead from the front and delegate effectively as well as to work collaboratively in providing direct care and support as required. You will be warm and emotionally intelligent with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with service users, their families, staff and partner agencies. You will be able to support our commitment to creating an open, reflective and accountable culture which is underpinned by ethical practice, dignity and rights. You will be a confident and professional practitioner and manager, able to communicate clearly and persuasively and to contribute effectively to multi-disciplinary decision making, planning and review processes.

Creative Support is a not-for-profit organisation which provides high quality, person-centred support to older people and adults with a learning disability and/or autism and people with physical disabilities and mental health needs. The support we offer is tailored to the individual and promotes their independence and community engagement. We are an Investor in People accredited employer of a diverse team of over 5000 well supported staff across the country.

You will be joining a progressive charitable organisation, strongly committed to investing in your professional development through both practice-based training and academic study. You will also be part of our highly committed and mutually supportive team of operational managers in the North West region and a network of Registered Managers across the country who strive to meet and exceed CQC standards. By joining this team you will be able to access peer support and expertise. 

YMCA DOWNSLINK GROUP

Bank Project Workers

Burgess Hill, Crawley, Horsham, Worthing, Guildford, Eastbourne

Varied shifts across all areas - please specify which area(s) on application

Sessional Contract 

£10.05 per hour

We are recruiting Bank Staff to work with a diverse group of young people, in our large Foyers (supported housing) and in our smaller Looked After Children’s Services. We are currently recruiting in:

Burgess Hill 

Crawley

Horsham

Worthing

Guildford

Eastbourne

YMCA DLG provide accommodation which houses young people aged 16 to 25 and provides specialist support to enable thriving lives. Working in a holistic manner, we adopt a psychologically informed approach to support young people to transition into independent living through a range of one to one and group activity.

Our teams take an asset-based approach to actively encourage young people into education, employment and training. As a service, we provide a safe and welcoming environment for young people, with their aspirations and desires always at the forefront of the support we offer. Overall, we seek to encourage and enable young people to become empowered by providing positive opportunities which allow them to learn and achieve the independent skills they need to live positive and fulfilling lives.

As well as managing their accommodation, we provide intensive housing management, signposting to other agencies and provide group work and activities that enable young people to achieve the skills they need to begin managing life independently.

A good understanding of the support needs and aspirations of young people we work with is desirable. 

You will help to keep our properties safe and secure throughout the day and night through different shift patterns (over a 7-day rota) across our services.

Burgess Hill – Looked After Children’s Service : We provide accommodation that is commissioned by West Sussex Council to provide 24-hour support to young people aged 16-18 years old.

Crawley Foyer : 40 bed Project providing supported accommodation for 16 – 25-year old’s the focus of the work is to help develop the young people’s skills and confidence through our More Than a Room support delivery so that they can move on from supported accommodation and live independently.

Horsham Y Centre : The Horsham Y Centre provides housing to 50 young people. The focus of the work is to help develop the young people’s skills and confidence through our More Than a Room support delivery so that they can move on from supported accommodation and live independently.

Worthing Foyer : Supported accommodation for young people aged 16-25. The foyer consists of 27 bedsits, complete with ensuite facilities, separated into 2 to 3-bedroom flats.

The focus of the work is to help develop the young people’s skills and confidence through our More Than a Room support delivery so that they can move on from supported accommodation and live independently.

Guildford : YMCA Guildford Foyer is YMCA Guildford’s supported housing project offering accommodation to 34 young people from Guildford and Surrey. The needs of these young people vary from low to high. However, all young people are treated as individuals and tailored support packages are offered to support them to become fully independent in the future.   We support young people to develop socially and personally in order that they may grow in confidence and learn to live more independently in communities in which they feel they can belong, contribute and thrive.

Eastbourne, Hailsham and Hastings commissioned services : YMCA DLG supported services provide safe accommodation and opportunities for young people who have been made, or are at risk of becoming, homeless. We offer a holistic support package and actively encourage residents into education, training, employment or voluntary work. Whilst living with us residents will gain many essential life skills and social skills, empowering them to move successfully into semi-independent or fully independent accommodation.
Across our Eastbourne, Hailsham and Hastings projects we house 61 young people across five properties. Three of the properties have staff on hand 24 hours a day, with housing concierge available at night. Two properties are dedicated to our move on options for young people, with visiting support and concierge at night.

Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill transitional housing : We provide transitional housing for 165 young people aged 18 to 35, across 29 sites in Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill
Funded by Homes England under the Empty Homes programme, the scheme enables us to lease empty properties from private landlords and refurbish them to a good standard, to provide affordable and safe accommodation for young people in housing need. Aimed at young people who are not quite ready to live completely independently we manage the lettings and deal with any issues that arise.
We manage a range of properties including studio flats, one to three-bedroom flats and four- and five-bedroom houses. We also manage a nine-bedroom property made up of studio flats and rooms with shared communal facilities.

While there are systems in place to support you, a substantial part of the role includes the ability to lone work. Therefore, we will require someone competent and confident when working alone and somebody who is able to understand and work with complex and challenging behaviour appropriately.

This can be challenging yet very rewarding work that helps young people to belong, contribute, and thrive - please have a look at our website.

The position comes with excellent training and development opportunities.

YMCA DownsLink Group welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion, which we demonstrate through our activities, as well as in our policies and working practices. Reinforced by our culture and values, we seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

Closing date for applications: Please note this is a rolling advert and applications are reviewed on a monthly basis. 

Interview date: Interviews arranged on a rolling basis.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

To apply, please download an Application Pack and an Application Form from YMCA DownsLink Group's website.

Support Worker

Location: The Grove – Norwich, NR14 8HP
Job Type: Permanent, Full time, part time & occasional hours
Salary: £9.48 per hour (£18,536 per annum FTE 37.5 hours)

Closing Date: 12 April 2020

Want to be part of a leading organisation which positively impacts on the lives of disabled people across the world?

We have a number of shifts available, full or part-time guaranteed hours, or occasional hours if you prefer working with flexibility.

As a Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant with Leonard Cheshire you’ll provide a high level of care and support to vulnerable people, enabling them to live the life they choose. You’ll assist with daily tasks including personal care, medication and assistance at mealtimes, motivating and encouraging choice and participation.

Experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant is desirable but not essential as we offer an excellent training and induction programme to get you fully trained in your new role!

In return we offer a great range of employee schemes and benefits, including generous annual leave, discounts for high street retailers, contributory pension scheme and so much more!

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post.

Shortlisting for this role will take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

Please note due to the rural location of our Service, your own transport is essential.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Care Provider, Personal Support Worker, charity, not for profit.

Ref: 92724

Bank Support Worker

Are you currently looking for a job that offers flexibility in between personal commitments or during educational study? Are you interested in gaining valuable workplace experience and making a real difference in young people’s lives? Maybe a role as a Bank Support Worker is the next step for you?

Our client are currently looking for kind, caring and friendly people to join their professional team as a Bank Support Worker in our home in Hassey. Experience is not essential and full training will be provided but understanding the issues young people face in their daily life will really help to make a difference.

You will join their Bank Team on a “Zero Hours Contract” supporting their Residential Home in York working flexible shifts that fit around your personal life.

Company Benefits

•  Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h)
•  22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
•  Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
•  Enhanced company pension
•  Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
•  Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
•  Free on-site parking
•  Paid Enhanced DBS check
•  Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
•  Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
•  The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
•  Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
• Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Bank Support Worker

•  Carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
•  Work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
•  Closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
•  Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
•  Promote independence amongst the young people
•  Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
•  Carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Bank Support Worker

•  Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
•  Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
•  Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
•  IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
•  An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
•  An understanding of safeguarding
•  Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
•  Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

•  Full UK Driving Licence
•  NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
•  Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Due to the current climate regarding the Covid-19, all of our interviews are now taking place as a Video/Audio Interview over Microsoft Teams.

Training will be carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days covering First Aid, Safeguarding and Therapeutic Risk Management and breakaway techniques. This is paid for along with travel expenses.

The closing date for this position is Sunday 7th June, so if you are interested in developing and supporting young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please ensure you apply before this date.

We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate.

Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

Bank Support Worker

Are you currently looking for a job that offers flexibility in between personal commitments or during educational study? Are you interested in gaining valuable workplace experience and making a real difference in young people’s lives? Maybe a role as a Bank Support Worker is the next step for you?

Our client are currently looking for kind, caring and friendly people to join our professional team as a Bank Support Worker. Experience is not essential and full training will be provided but understanding the issues young people face in their daily life will really help to make a difference.

You will join their Bank Team on a “Zero Hours Contract” supporting their Residential Home in Bury working flexible shifts that fit around your personal life.

Company Benefits

•  Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h)
•  22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
•  Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
•  Enhanced company pension
•  Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
•  Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)· Free on-site parking
•  Paid Enhanced DBS check
•  Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
•  Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
•  The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
•  Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
•  Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Bank Support Worker

•  Carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
•  Work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
•  Closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
•  Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
•  Promote independence amongst the young people
•  Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
•  Carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Bank Support Worker

•  Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
•  Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
•  Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
•  IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
•  An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
•  An understanding of safeguarding
•  Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

•  Full UK Driving Licence
•  NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
•  Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Due to the current climate regarding the Covid-19, all of our interviews are now taking place as a Video/Audio Interview over Microsoft Teams.

Training will be carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days covering First Aid, Safeguarding and Therapeutic Risk Management and breakaway techniques. This is paid for along with travel expenses.

The closing date for this position is Sunday 7th June, so if you are interested in developing and supporting young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please ensure you apply before this date.

They reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate.

They operate a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

Care Assistant (Nights)

Our client supports individuals and couples facing the challenges of living with dementia day-to-day, offering reassurance, support and flexibility.

The spacious site near Chandler's Ford offers three interconnected services:

Otterbourne Court: a care home providing personalised nursing and dementia care, as well as planned and emergency respite support.
Otterbourne Mews: dementia-friendly apartments for couples or individuals living with dementia.
Otterbourne Club: a community hub where residents and local people can enjoy a range of facilities, activities and social opportunities.

You make a difference, every day, that’s why they need you in their team.

Who are you?

They are seeking individuals who can demonstrate their four key values; kindness, care, choice and community.

They pride themselves on providing the best possible care for their residents and their ability to make them feel like family within a loving home. They need you to be like minded in this approach, valuing the small things which are important to each of their residents.

Although previous experience in this field is preferred it is not essential as full training is provided and your values are more important to them.

As Care Assistant your duties will include:

•  Providing personal care to residents which is person- centred and respects individual choices;
•  Acting as a key worker to a number of residents;
•  Supporting the nursing team in writing and reviewing care plans;
•  Encouraging independence as much as possible.

To be considered for the role of Care Assistant you must:

•  Be flexible in working hours, including working weekends
•  Be able to demonstrate our four key values
•  Have a caring, compassionate nature
•  Be punctual and reliable

This is a full time position at 36 hours per week on a roster basis to include alternate weekend working. Part time hours are also available. Night shifts are 8pm to 8am.

In return they offer an hourly rate of £10.20 (£10.55 with NVQ2), enhanced rates for working Bank Holidays, 5.6 weeks holiday (including Bank Holidays) increasing to 6 weeks with five years of service.

In addition they provide full training and continuing personal development including the opportunity to undertake an NVQ/QCF, a free uniform, free DBS check, paid breaks and free meals when on duty.

If you believe in treating people as individuals and are passionate about providing care with dignity and respect, then they would love to hear from you.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, NFP, Third Sector, etc.

Ref: 93033

Care Assistant (Nights Domiciliary)

You make a difference, every day, that’s why they need you in their team.

This role is to provide Domiciliary care at their home in Otterbourne, Winchester.

You treat the people you care for as individuals, whether that’s through your experience of working as carer or because you’ve cared for an older relative or friend.

They’ll support you to provide care which is tailored to every person’s needs

As Care Assistant, you will;

• Provide personal care to clients that is person centered and respects individual choices.
• Provide additional care and support as required when a client is unwell or towards end of life.
• Act as a Key-worker to a number of clients.
• Use personal knowledge and experience of working with those individuals to support the Domiciliary Care Supervisor in writing and reviewing care plans.
• Document care given and record any changes or abnormalities in the daily notes in addition to informing the person in charge of the shift.
• Provide support and advice to resident’s family and friends, keeping them informed at an appropriate level with due regard to the constraints of confidentiality.
• Liaise with other agencies as required in the interests of the resident, for example GP, Social Services, Occupational Therapist, etc.

They’d love you to be NVQ/QCF 2 qualified with experience of providing care but it’s your values that are more important to them.

This is a full time position of 36 hours to be worked on a rota basis over 7 days including alternate weekend working. Night shift hours are 8.00pm to 8.00am. This is an on site domiciliary care position and will require no driving for appointments.

In return they offer a hourly rate of £10.20 (£10.55 with NVQ Level 2) enhanced rates for working Bank Holidays, 5.6 weeks days holiday (including Bank Holidays) increasing to 6 weeks with five years service. In addition they provide full training and continuing personal development including the opportunity to undertake an NVQ/QCF, a free uniform, free DBS check, paid breaks and free meals when on duty.

They believe in supporting the people who work for them by providing access to an Employee Assistance Scheme which offers access to advice on all manner of issues as well as access to telephone and face-to-face counselling.

If you believe in treating people as individuals and are passionate about providing care with dignity and respect, then they would love to hear from you.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, NFP, Third Sector, etc.

Ref: 93034

During this time of uncertainty during the Coronavirus pandemic, Imago is pleased to be in a position to recruit new staff. We are doing things a little differently with virtual interviews being held by the power of the internet, and a period of home working as we remotely provide services to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. We are ready to welcome new members to our team, ensuring that everyone receives the support and training to be able to make a difference.

This is a new and exciting opportunity in children’s mental health provision. As a Social Prescriber, you will support children and young people to develop resilience and improve their mental wellbeing, and through early intervention help prevent crisis situations.

You will work alongside multiple GP practices, independently managing a caseload and new referrals, providing personalised support and connecting children and families with health and community services to improve children’s mental health. The service helps address medical, social, environmental and individual needs, promoting good mental wellbeing and management of mental health problems. 

We are looking for organised, self-motivated and confident individuals to join our established team. The positions are available in Sevenoaks and Tunbridge Wells, and applicants must have experience of working with children, a background in medical or social care and experience of delivering mental health support to clients or groups. It is essential that you have an understanding of how to prioritise need, and be able to recognise when to refer on to specialist services, being confident in your ability to communicate at different levels across both the health and social care sectors.

You will need to demonstrate a robust knowledge of confidentiality, data protection, safeguarding and boundaries in all aspects of your work. Car driver essential.

It’s time to make a difference.

During this time of uncertainty during the Coronavirus pandemic, Imago is pleased to be in a position to recruit new staff. We are doing things a little differently with virtual interviews being held by the power of the internet, and a period of home working as we remotely provide services to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. We are ready to welcome new members to our team, ensuring that everyone receives the support and training to be able to make a difference.

We are looking for organised, self-motivated and confident individuals to join our Social Prescribing team working with adults with complex and mental health needs, helping them to access the support they need to live independent and healthier lives.

The position is based in Sevenoaks, and applicants must have experience of working with adults, and a background in medical or social care. Additionally, this is a specialist mental health role requiring experience of delivering mental health support to clients or groups.

You will work alongside multiple GP practices, independently managing a caseload and new referrals, providing personalised support and connecting patients with health and community services to improve independent living, health and wellbeing. It is essential that you have an understanding of how to prioritise need, and be able to recognise when to refer on to specialist services, being confident in your ability to communicate at different levels across both the health and social care sectors.

You will need to demonstrate a robust knowledge of confidentiality, data protection, safeguarding and boundaries in all aspects of your work. Car driver essential.

It’s time to make a difference.

Age United in partnership with Age UK Kensington and Chelsea is delighted to be working together with West London CCG and Kensington and Chelsea Social Council to offer local residents innovative support to address their wider health and social care needs.

We are currently recruiting one North Kensington Social Prescribing Link Worker who will work as part of an integrated team within Primary Care Networks (PCN) to deliver a coordinated and high-quality social prescribing Link Worker service in North Kensington – supporting residents affected by the Grenfell Tower to access and engage with the extensive range of support in the community.

The North Kensington SPLW role is a local initiative through Age United, West London CCG and Kensington and Chelsea Social Council. We are seeking individuals with a background or interest in health, care, public health or voluntary sector services and must be aware and sensitive to the communities in North Kensington.

We are happy to discuss secondments from Third Sector organisations within Kensington and Chelsea. If you would like to discuss the role before applying, please see our website for contact details.

How to apply

Only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be shortlisted.

We will be shortlisting candidates on a rolling basis until the vacancy is filled, so please do not delay in applying. 

Interviews will take place via video conferencing (Zoom or Skype)

Applications should be sent to Recruitment at Age UK Kensington and Chelsea. Please see the 'Work For Us' section of our website for further details.

Do you have experience or would like to develop your experience in working with vulnerable young people at risk of homelessness? Do you have availability to cover shifts across a range of days, evenings or nights? Then this could an ideal role for you.

Our 32 bed supported accommodation offers 16 – 25 year olds a safe place to stay whilst developing the skills that will enable them to go on and build an independent life.  Many of our residents have complex needs and the Centre offers a range of on-site services as well as working closely with a range of other agencies to provide specialist support that will enables residents to address the obstacles that they are facing and empower them to achieve more.

This is a varied role and an excellent way of gaining experience in the homelessness sector, specifically working with Young People. You will provide first contact, safeguarding and support to the residents in our Supported Accommodation. You will be responsible for controlling access to the building, dealing with emergencies, carrying out Health and Safety checks and communicating any concerns or events to the rest of the team. You will collaborate and support the team in their work with residents who may be facing complex issues such as; mental and/or physical ill health, challenging behaviour, substance use and offending.

Background
Cardinal Basil Hume founded the Centre in 1986; we offer a diverse range of services for homeless young people, families in need and the local community on one site.  The Centre enables people to gain the skills and support they need to overcome poverty and homelessness.  We have 32 bed supported accommodation and also 5 move on flats all on one site. We are recruiting for Casual Hostel Support Workers who are able to cover for permanent staff absences such as annual leave or sickness. You will be able to work a variety of shifts across a wide range of days, being available to cover shifts as and when required.
 

Person Specification:

Experience

• Some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or clients or costumers in a busy service environment.
• An understanding of, and empathy with, the issues faced by homeless or vulnerable housed people, particularly Young People.
• Experience in using your initiative and making appropriate decisions when faced with emergencies or unexpected situations.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• A non-judgemental approach to working with people experiencing homelessness.
• Ability to show insight, openness, maturity and stability in the face of pressure
• Able to follow procedures accurately and keep simple records to demonstrate completion of tasks.
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality and discretion at work.
• Experience of Safeguarding.
• Basic IT skills; ability to log on to systems to input simple information and type emails.

The following are required of all roles within the Hostel:

• Genuine interest in and commitment to Cardinal Hume Centre’s work and client group.
• An understanding of and commitment to diversity & equality.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Contract type:  Rolling Casual Contract
Hours:  Variable. You will be offered work if it becomes available and will be given reasonable notice of available work. You are not obliged to accept any shifts offered to you.
Salary:  £10.78 per hr plus accrued holiday pay (equates to £12.08 p/h)
Application deadline:  Recruitment on on-going basis
Other benefits:  The Centre provides an auto-enrolment pension scheme for staff who are eligible and will match employee contributions up to a maximum of 6%.

The Centre requires all its staff and volunteers to respect the ethos of the Centre and to be in sympathy with its aims and objectives. 

A commitment to respecting and implementing the Centre’s Equal Opportunity Policy is also expected. 

The Centre requires its staff to recognise the valuable role that volunteers play in the work of the Centre and to welcome and support volunteers with whom they work.

The Centre requires all its staff and volunteers to undertake an appropriate level of DBS or police check.

How to apply

If you are interested in this role, please view the full job description below. You will need to submit your CV and a covering letter to demonstrate how you meet the Person Specification. Please also download, complete and send the Equal Opportunities Form and the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act form below.

Age United in partnership with Age UK Kensington and Chelsea is delighted to be working together with West London CCG and Kensington and Chelsea Social Council to offer local residents innovative support to address their wider health and social care needs.

We currently have one Social Prescribing Link Worker post available for someone who is passionate about connecting communities with the tailored support they need to live independent and healthier lives, based within Kensington and Chelsea’s new Primary Care Networks. Link Workers provide connections between the GP and community services that can support residents to address their wider health and care needs.

The Link Worker programme is a national initiative from NHS England and NHS Improvement and we are seeking individuals with a background or interest in health, care, public health or voluntary sector services.

We are happy to discuss secondments from Third Sector organisations within Kensington and Chelsea. If you would like to discuss the role, please visit our website for contact details.

Full training is provided.

How to apply

Only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be shortlisted.

We will be shortlisting candidates on a rolling basis until the vacancy is filled, so please do not delay in applying. 

Interviews will take place via video conferencing (Zoom or Skype)

Applications should be sent to Recruitment at Age UK Kensington and Chelsea. Please see the 'Work For Us' section of our website for further details.

My Care My Way

My Care My Way (MCMW) is a new, innovative way of working with people over the age of 65 with complex needs and conditions. The person is at the centre of holistic care planning across organisations such as health, social care and the voluntary sector. This way of working is a more coordinated, consistent way of providing care for people over 65 with long term conditions in West London and requires people with commitment and passion to work with older people. My Care My Way has been created following intensive work with professionals, patients and the voluntary sector to create a model of care rooted in evidence and designed to meet local needs.

Patients are at the heart of the model, and are working in partnership with professionals, supported by a dedicated integrated care team. All involved, including the person and their carer, will design care plans together to keep the person well for as long as possible and to achieve outcomes that they identify.

My Care My Way will deliver more consistent care for patients at their GP practice, within two multi-functional Integrated Care Hubs in the locality, or within their homes.

Role Summary

The Health and Social Care Assistant (HSCA) role offers a new and exciting opportunity to become part of the My Care My Way workforce; bringing together health and social care expertise to deliver real change for how care is delivered in West London.

The vision for this role is aspirational, in that it aims to bring together over time duties that are carried out by Health Care Assistants, Social Care Trusted Assessors, Navigators, and other disciplines. The post holder will also be equipped to provide low level mental health support. There is an emphasis on promoting independence and supporting patients to adopt self-care approaches, by linking them in with voluntary sector services based on their long term conditions, interests and preferences.

**Please note, this role may involve working some Out of Hours shifts, covering evenings and weekends**

Interviews will take place via remote video conferencing (Zoom or Skype)

Please be advised that recruitment is on a rolling basis until all vacancies are filled.