Go with your Heart at Making Space

We have an opportunity available for a bank support worker to work across our Cheshire East Floating Support service and our supported housing service Bridle Court in Crewe which provides support to adults living with various mental health conditions in their own homes. 

Making Space is an award winning and values based national charity, we always aim high and our vision is to put Wellbeing at the Heart of Health & Social Care. At Making Space our focus is upon building relationships, connecting communities and providing quality care as unique as the people we support.

The Role:

At our floating support service, you will be supporting adults with mental health needs in their own homes accross the areas of Macclesfield, Wilmslow and Congelton and provide a tailor-made service to enable and encourage  them to live independently as possible and stay well. Tasks will include supporting with benefits, housing and independent living. Accompanying to appointments, following support plans and reporting concerns, being and ear to listen to and sign posting to other services.

At our supported housing service in Crewe you will be supporting adults with mental health needs to live independently. Tasks will include domestic tasks and ensuring living environment is maintained, supporting with daily living tasks including shopping and accompanying to appointments, and prompting medication.

Own transport is essential for this role and mileage will be paid. 

To join the team at Making Space you don’t need to have previous experience or qualifications – we’re happy to work with you to help you become a skilled support worker. Our main priority for any new colleague is to find people who share similar values and attitudes to our own.

Who we are looking for:

Kind Hearts – generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging

Tailor Making – nurturing unique relationships to make every day count

Dreaming Big – harnessing imagination we generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step

Having Courage – committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places

Being Ready – responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together

We offer a range of tailor-made rewards including:

Wagestream - Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn 
Pension Schemes min 3% employer contribution
Paid sick leave
Death in Service benefit
Lifestyle discounts through Love 2 shop and Health service discounts
Holidays: 28 days inc. bank holidays subject to contract
Double time for Xmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day
Buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
Access to library of learning through e-learning portal
Free qualifications level 2 to 6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus others
Continuous professional development for professionally qualified colleagues
Career development opportunities – 1 in 2 senior posts filled through internal promotion
Travel schemes - cycle to work, car maintenance and 40p a mile travel expenses
Colleague engagement hub and monthly colleague awards

We are searching for three kind, friendly and patient people to join our brand new Outreach Service. Our pilot Outreach Service will deliver flexible support to older people, adults with disabilities, and adults with dementia in their homes. The aim is to develop individual resilience, increase mental and physical wellbeing, and provide respite support for carers. Support  will mainly focus on the provision of practical and engaging activities in client homes and support to develop and maintain independence. Outreach could be provided in a combination of home-based, AUKW office and community settings. Clients will be referred directly into the Service by Wandsworth Council’s frontline social care teams.

Please read the attached job description and person specification carefully before applying. You can download an application pack from our website. We will be interviewing as and when suitable candidates apply. CVs will not be considered.

Lead with your Heart at Making Space

We have an opportunity available for a carer support worker to join the team at our Carers Wellbeing Service based in Calderdale,West Yorkshire HX1 5BD which provides a value based support, advice and information service to carers living in the Calderdale area. 

Making Space is an award winning and values based national charity, we always aim high and our vision is to put Wellbeing at the Heart of Health & Social Care. At Making Space our focus is upon building relationships, connecting communities and providing quality care as unique as the people we support.

The Role:

You will  provide a values based support, advice and information service and empower and help carers with a range of issues on a one-to-one basis including by providing practical and emotional support, access to welfare benefit advice, carers assessments, emergency back up plans and to assist carers to develop coping strategies.

This role will also involve the development and delivery of a new buddying service for carers.

Whilst skills are important, our main priority for any new colleague is to find people who share similar values and attitudes to our own.

Who we are looking for:

Kind Hearts – generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging

Tailor Making – nurturing unique relationships to make every day count

Dreaming Big – harnessing imagination we generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step

Having Courage – committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places

Being Ready – responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together

We offer a range of tailor-made rewards including:

Wagestream - Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn
Pension Schemes min 3% employer contribution
Paid sick leave
Death in Service benefit
Lifestyle discounts through Love 2 shop and Health service discounts
Holidays: 28 days inc. bank holidays subject to contract
Double time for Xmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day
Buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
Access to library of learning through e-learning portal
Free qualifications level 2 to 6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus others
Continuous professional development for professionally qualified colleagues
Career development opportunities – 1 in 2 senior posts filled through internal promotion
Travel schemes - cycle to work, car maintenance and 40p a mile travel expenses
Colleague engagement hub and monthly colleague awards

Peer Advocate Worker
Twickenham

We're now looking for a Part-time, Peer Advocate Worker to join our Homeless Health link team.

About Us

We are SPEAR, a charity dedicated to helping homeless people in South and West London find secure accommodation and work towards a positive future. For 30 years, we’ve worked tirelessly to support homeless people to recover from their personal issues and break down the barriers that they face. We recognise that homelessness is much more than just a housing issue, so we provide a range of accommodation and support services to help people reach their full potential.

This is a superb opportunity for an individual with drive, focus and a desire to work with our outstanding charity to help us to combat homelessness. You’ll discover a passionate, supportive environment where the entire team are working toward the same goals and are dedicated to making positive change and producing great results.

The Benefits

- Salary of £13,072.94 per annum
- 26 days’ holiday pro rata (increasing with service)
- Pension scheme
- Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme
- A range of benefits including cycle to work scheme and staff wellbeing sessions
- Refer a friend bonus scheme

This role will be responsible for the promotion of the services across the boroughs, engaging with a range of supported housing and homelessness service providers to source referrals into the services. The role will also be responsible for the liaison and communication of case management across any providers engaged with the service.

This role will deliver high quality services offered by the Homeless Health Link Programme focusing on the engagement of homeless clients, including rough sleepers into a range of primary care, mental health and substance misuse services. This post is required to undertake good quality case work and assessments of individual with complex needs including challenging mental and physical health needs.

Our health link service engages and supports rough sleepers with their mental and physical ill health needs, helping them access services that are often difficult to access, meaning that they have poor access to health and social care services.

You will need to have great communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, as well as being able to able to build on the relationships we have with our clients and stakeholders as well as create new relationships that benefit the service users and SPEAR as an organisation.

The role will be responsible for processing referrals into the service from a range of sources across the boroughs and act as an entry point into the service. To work closely and proactively with local authorities, statutory and non-statutory health and housing services to improve pathways for homeless clients accessing physical and mental health services.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification.

SPEAR is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environment is, the better our work will be.

At SPEAR, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them.

Other organisations may call this role Support Worker, Outreach Officer, Peer Support Worker, Homeless Welfare Officer, Recovery Worker, Peer Support Worker, Peer Advocate Officer, or Peer Advocate Practitioner.

Title: South West Hub Senior Coordinator

Salary: £19,422 to £20,305

Hours/Contract: 35 hours

Contract Type: Permanent

Based: Tiverton

Closing date: 10th December 2021

Interview date: TBC

Hub Senior Coordinator will be responsible for leading and supporting the co-ordination and booking of the care for Nursing Services, Hospice and Helper services as required. Including MC Planned Variable (Nights) and Multi-Visit (Days) Services, ensuring that required timescales are met. This requires a high level of diplomacy and communication skills and the ability to work accurately and under pressure.

You will directly support the Senior Nurse and Registered Nurses in their daily activities. She/he will also liaise with Hospice Staff, Marie Curie Nurses and volunteers, District Nurses and their Managers, the local CHC teams and patients' families and carers as part of the co-ordination of the Marie Curie Nursing Service.

What we are looking for:

• Co-ordination for new and existing patients, including preparation, communication to families and the input of care details to Marie Curie systems.
• Being responsible for identifying and highlighting rapid discharge and emergency referrals to the Senior Nurse. This may result in interruptions to other planned tasks needing the ability to re-prioritise own workload at short notice.
• Reviewing and monitoring of patient caseload and patient status. Supporting decision making around prioritisation of patients and determining the most appropriate care packages for those on the caseload.
• Communication with patients and families regarding the provision of care, issues and concerns.

What's in it for you:

• Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Continuous development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working

For more information or an informal chat please contact our Administrative Supervisor, Jill Dallow on 07515135525

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory standard criminal record check.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply

About Us
Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed, and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance, and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.

Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

Your new company
Our vision is safe, effective, and kind nursing and midwifery that improves everyone's health and wellbeing. As the professional regulator of more than 732,000 nursing and midwifery professionals, we have an important role to play in making this a reality.

Your new role
We're looking for someone experienced and creative to get our message across to a wider digital audience.
You'll also have the opportunity to act as the editorial lead for all social media accounts including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, making editorial decisions, and escalating issues where necessary.
You will provide expert guidance and advice to senior management and teams about the use of social media, and lead on social media planning to develop the creative development of social media campaigns, working closely with different business areas and the wider communications team.

What you'll need to succeed
You must have strong writing and editing skills and be able to present complex information in a straightforward way, as well as having at least two years' experience in social media management in previous roles.
You must be able to produce and manage content for live broadcasts/twitter chats, working with relevant production, editorial and/or support roles, as well as being able to use social media to provide insight on key issues of risk to the reputation of our organisation.
You will ideally be in a substantive role in social media management
Experience in the charity and not-for-profit sector is desirable, but not essential.

What you'll get in return
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We aim to recruit the right people in the right places, and we value the contribution they make to the success of our organisation. In return, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including hybrid working. The role also has an opportunity to become permanent when the contract end.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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We are a nationwide charity providing support and care to older people in the vibrant London Boroughs of Tower Hamlets, Bromley and Wandsworth. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to manage our team of 5 Activity Support Workers and Activity Coordinators and oversee a stimulating and relevant range of activities and events for our 200+ clients. You will be developing activities in a collaborative manner ensuring that they meet clients’ goals, improve their wellbeing and enhance social inclusion.

You must be a proactive and creative person with the ability to build links with the local community and access resources and new opportunities. A genuine interest in working with older adults at risk is essential, as is having a commitment to diversity in all its facets.

You will be well organised and efficient with excellent communication and IT skills (especially Word/Excel/Publisher). You will be approachable with a warm and effervescent manner. You must enjoy working in a team environment as well as working alone using your own initiative. A core part of your role will be overseeing 5 activity support workers, so having the skillset and confidence in supporting, managing and leading a staff team is essential.

In return for your commitment we can offer you interesting and varied work and you will enjoy visible and supportive management from our Senior Management team.

You will be based in our services in Tower Hamlets and will be expected to travel across the city (including Bromley) as required. All our services are easily reached by underground/DLR. Working hours will be generally within the hours of 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday; however there will be some work on evenings and weekends (2 weekend days out of 8), so flexibility will be required.

Senior Support Worker - Young People

Senior Support Worker, Young People
Fulwood, Preston
£21,011.11 - £23,227.77 (Depending on experience)
Full and part time opportunities available

Our clients homes are always a hub of activity and energy where young people can feel safe, and their staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working alongside, and supporting the Deputy and Registered Manager in supervising a team of staff, as well as working with their young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also assist them with everyday life skills including shopping, building positive relationships, and going on holidays. They always encourage their young people and staff to bring their hobbies and knowledge into the home whether this be knitting, fitness, cooking or even singing so there is never a dull moment. Part of the role will be managing various levels of self-harm using a least restrictive approach, so you will require a high level of resilience and have a caring, compassionate nature. You will also
update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.

Experience as a Support Worker, or a Senior Support Worker is required, and you will also receive full training and ongoing support & mentoring from their friendly residential and clinical team.

The job is highly rewarding which will enhance your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.

Company Benefits

- A £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Paid Training & Induction
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Free parking available and good direct transport links
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties)

Essential Requirements of a Senior Support Worker

- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- A professional working boundary between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria of a Senior Support Worker

- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Fancy the challenge? Apply with us today!

Additional Information

- You will work in a COVID secure environment as all their staff are required to be fully vaccinated by 11th November 2021.
- Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
- Our client operates 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.
- They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

Ref: 105 284

£52,500 - £57,000 (London)

£49,500 - £54,000 (National)

With an additional accountancy allowance of up to £7,000 pa for suitably qualified candidate

If you’re interested in making a difference to people’s lives across the country, the Treasury is the department for you! We sit at the centre of everything that the Government does and have provided advice on economic policy and decisions that affect the public finances throughout the country’s history. A Treasury career continues to offer an exciting opportunity to be part of the decision making that affects the whole of the UK.

Working at the heart of government, we collaborate with other departments to ensure public money is spent well and to drive strong and sustainable economic growth. Our work ranges from protecting customers through to the regulation of the financial sector, helping to reduce carbon emissions and creating a greener economy, supporting people across the country through the COVID 19 furlough scheme and Plan for Jobs as well as helping first time buyers buy their first home.HM Treasury is proud of a diverse and inclusive work environment, committed to fairness and the promotion of equality of opportunity for all. We know that having a range of experiences, ways of working and thinking makes us a stronger organisation, better at developing policy that is reflective of the communities we serve.

The responsibilities of the Senior Financial Accountant will include:

The role will be required to deliver the following responsibilities:

• Managing the production, including appropriate management review and escalation where necessary, of;
  • The Treasury’s annual report and accounts (ARA), including the narrative sections of the document, as well as the consolidated financial statements;
  • The Whole of Government Accounts (WGA) submission for the HM Treasury
• Leading the production of the small company accounts for a number of the Treasury’s bodies.
• Liaising with external audit over the audit period to ensure smooth progression of the HMT ARA and other company accounts to meet the laying timetable.
• Building strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders while acting as a subject expert, providing technical accounting advice in line with IFRS and the financial reporting manual (FReM) and other relevant Government guidance documents.
• Analysing current processes to identify and implement ways to improve processes and financial control.
• Managing key balance sheet items and the monthly processes including reviewing working papers and approving journals.
• Managing at least one staff member within the branch, with a focus on building their capability.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience of financial statements preparation and financial accounting for complex consolidations, including experience of applying International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Qualified with CCAB, CIMA or equivalent
• Strong numeracy, analytical and Excel skills

For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Senior Support Workers – Days/Nights (Learning Disabilities)

We are looking for Senior Support Workers to join the team at the 10 bed Residential and Respite Home in Dartington.

Position: Senior Support Workers – Days/Nights (Learning Disabilities)

Location: Shinners Bridge, Dartington, Devon

Hours: Days (Full Time) or Nights (Full Time/Part Time)

Salary scale: £10.44 - £10.77 per hour (plus an additional night premium of £2.15 per hour where applicable)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 3rd January

The Role

There is no such thing as a ‘typical’ Support Worker. Staff come from lots of different backgrounds, people with little or no experience but want a job that involves helping people, those who want a change of career, as well as experienced Support Workers.

The one thing that links all of them together is their desire to work with young people with learning disabilities, make their lives better and help them to learn something new or take a further step towards independence.

Support Workers certainly don’t see what they do as ‘just another job’.

No two days will be the same as you will get involved in a variety of different tasks and activities whilst helping the young people to learn the skills they need to live the life they choose.

About You

Ideally, you will have previous experience in this sector and must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

In return the organisation will support you in making care work your career, offering you an extensive induction on commencement of employment and amazing array of training opportunities and will also work with you on your own individual development plan to help you to progress your career.

About the Organisation

This Learning Disability charity is based at Dartington in Devon. Across the local area there are Children and Adults Residential Homes, a Further Education College and Community based programs.

The organisation believes in the rights of all individuals with a learning disability, however complex, to receive the services and support they need to develop the skills and confidence to reach their full potential.

The charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. For this post, pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought, and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Staff benefits include:

• 28 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Annual Incremental pay rises (within grade)
• Pension and Life Assurance (T&C’s apply)
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Retail/High Street shopping discounts (Eden Red)
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS & Update Service
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme (T&C’s apply)
• Comprehensive induction & training programs

As a Disability Confident Employer, applications from applicants who declare they have a disability, provided they meet the minimum job criteria as specified in the person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.

You may also have experience in areas such as Care and Support Worker, Care Assistant, Support Assistant, Care and Support Assistant, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke.

Enfield Carers Centre is a member of the Enfield Wellbeing Network, a new consortia of local voluntary sector agencies working across the London Borough of Enfield to address health challenges and inequalities within the community.

We are looking to recruit an outstanding Health and Wellbeing Worker who can manage a caseload of clients, develop, and facilitate community activities and lead health and wellbeing empowerment sessions.

This is an exciting new role that includes working alongside health and social care professionals, community organisations and members of the public to empower carers and the person they care for to manage their physical and mental health needs.

The successful candidate will have experience in information & advice, advocacy, community development, housing, health & social care or have a VCS background.

Who Should Apply?

• The Person Specification (in the Job Description above) provides you with a breakdown of the skills, knowledge and experience required to succeed in the role and highlights whether these are either essential or desirable to the role.
• This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
• Key skills needed:
  • Excellent communicator
  • High level of computer literacy
  • Ability to successfully engage with a diverse range of stakeholders
  • Confidence in presenting awareness sessions and ability to facilitate groups and activities around the borough
  • Experiencing of recruiting, training and managing volunteers is desirable

This role will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Enfield Carers Centre aims to protect children/ young people and adults who receive Enfield Carers Centre’s services from harm. This includes the children of adults who use our services.

To provide staff and volunteers, as well as children and young people and their families, with the overarching principles that guide our approach to child and adult protection. This policy applies to anyone working on behalf of Enfield Carers Centre including senior managers and the board of trustees, paid staff, volunteers, sessional workers, agency staff and work experience students.

If you would like more information about how your information is used, how we maintain the security of your information and your rights to access information that we hold on you, please ask for a copy of our full privacy notice or contact:

The DPO

Enfield Carers Centre

137 – 143 Baker St

EN1 3JL

Seeking experienced Senior Counsellor to manage a clincial team for Ashina Network - Mat Cover

Primary Task

• To work within the counselling team, delivering age and culturally appropriate counselling to women and girls (16+) who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence and/or sexual violence, who present with mental health, depression, emotional distress and trauma
• To make counselling accessible to isolated/hard to reach women and girls
• To work with women with insecure immigration status
• To work with women affected by homelessness
• To work with women with multiple disadvantages & complex needs
• To provide counselling to women and girls in satellites across specific London Boroughs
• To provide and set up therapeutic support groups in specific boroughs
• Ashiana Network aims to work in partnership with health, mental health, social services, other counselling organisations and specialist agencies, to ensure we are offering clients the most effective and appropriate form of support
• Counsellor and client relationship will be a direct relationship, with all matters of confidentiality resting with the Counsellor; however Ashiana Network will require appropriate and anonymous evaluations and monitoring information from counsellors for statistics and reporting information requested by funders and other interested parties
• The post holder will be expected to be sensitive and aware of Black and marginalised cultural and community needs in all aspects of their duties and responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES

Line Management Duties:

• Line manage all Counsellors within the service/clinical placement
• Motivating staff and provide peer support on a day-to-day basis
• Taking part in recruitment for Counsellors/volunteers
• Planning a programme of induction for new staff
• To ensure the organisation and staff follow the BACP ethical framework
• To ensure effective & positive communication with all teams within Ashiana
• To be the first point of contact for all Safeguarding concerns and high risk cases
• To allocate cases to the Counselling team and ensure clients are contacted within an agreed timeframe
• Liaise with administrator where needed in regard to referrals and counselling client queries
• Monitor referral & assessments of prospective service users with the Operations Manager
• Answer any counselling client queries
• To ensure staff adhere to organisational & ethical policy & procedures
• To regularly review the counselling standards of care and support in line with the Ethical framework and Good practice.
• To hold regular team meetings ensuring effective communications, adherence to service standards and development

Clinical Responsibilities: 

• To hold a caseload of clients
• To provide support to women and girls experiencing or have experienced all forms of Violence against women and girls (VAWG) including harmful practices and those that present with mental health, depression, emotional distress and trauma including Post Traumatic Stress/Disorder (PTSD)
• To have the ability to provide counselling in at least one South Asian, Turkish or Middle Eastern language 
• To offer counselling with an emphasis on trauma model, including developmental trauma, PTSD and complex traumatic stress
• To provide therapy from a strength and resilience based approach aimed at empowering women and girls
• To provide and conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to support the therapeutic journey, with a focus on therapeutic goals with the client
• To provide age and gender appropriate counselling to young women who are 16 plus
• When working with young women under the age of 18 to explore counselling through creative approaches and interventions
• To be able to set up and provide therapeutic support within groups/outreach setting if required
• To provide therapeutic support to clients in venues accessible to them when appropriate /required
• To be responsible for maintaining up to date knowledge on all Ashiana Network Services available for clients to access
• To liaise with other voluntary and statutory agencies to develop referral pathways and protocols for joint working e.g., primary care services, community mental health teams, social services, schools, youth centres, women’s organisations, hospitals etc.
• To be responsible for maintaining an awareness of current counselling issues, new developments, and service providers
• To maintain up to date information and knowledge on local resources and services helping to ensure that clients are supported to make informed choices and decisions according to their needs and where appropriate provide support to access these
• To implement crisis counselling interventions when necessary, in order to provide emotional support, guidance & assistance to clients
• To consult with the Line Manager to arrange and receive appropriate external clinical supervision arranged by Ashiana Network
• To be committed to ongoing personal and professional development
• To maintain confidentiality with regards to all work undertaken in accordance with Ashiana Network policies and procedures

Monitoring & Evaluation:

• To ensure smooth running of the Counselling Service and ensure targets are being monitored and met by the Counselling Team
• To be responsible for the collation and dissemination of information required by funders
• To ensure appropriate case records are maintained to agreed standards
• To ensure all data is inputted into Ashiana’s datebase  accurately
• To maintain written clinical records in line with Ashiana Network policies and procedures, ensuring security of records at all times
• To ensure client data is inputted using the clinical outcome routine evaluation (CORE) for clients at required sessions and to maintain all administrative tasks involved in completing this task
• To ensure that referrals are processed effectively and efficiently and are in line with set referral criteria
• To maintain waiting lists and patterns of attendance in consultation with line manager
• To ensure that there are adequate provisions for feedback, monitoring and evaluation for clients to measure the progress made through counselling process
• To be responsible for own administration tasks relevant to client caseloads and post undertaken. Including providing information, statistics and reports for Ashiana Network’s Management team/committee and funders
• To be involved in Ashiana Network’s policy and service development in relation to the counselling service

Legal, Ethical & procedural Framework:

• To provide therapy/counselling in accordance with one of the three bodies recognised by the Health Professional Body (HPC)  BACP Code of ethics and practice The British Association for Counselling (BACP), The United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and The British Association of Psychotherapy (BAP)
• To always act within the ethos, policies and procedures of Ashiana Network. This includes the Confidentiality Policy, Child Protection Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Opportunity Policy and Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures
• To always work in the best interest of Ashiana Network and to avoid any action that may cast Ashiana Network and or its activities into disrepute

General Duties:

• To maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to Ashiana Network and its  service users
• To ensure that all Ashiana policies and procedures in your work area are adhered to
• To observe Ashiana’s Equality & Diversity & Health & Safety policies and ensure awareness and integration with all communities in the Boroughs of operation
• To ensure all meetings and training relevant to your role including CPD as necessary to retain status
• To carry out any other duties in line with the objectives of the post as requested by the management Committee or Senior Managers
• Attend regular team meetings and other team commitments and meetings as necessary
• To carry out other tasks required to help the team to deliver its goals and have a flexible approach to work
• Provide and Support management with information and other detailed reports as and when necessary
• To attend regular supervision and appraisal meetings

Post: Female Counsellor & Group Worker

Education & Qualifications

• Recognised professional counselling qualification within one of the therapeutic disciplines -(Essential)
• BACP accredited or working towards accreditation -(Essential)
• University level education-(Desirable)

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• At least two years post qualification experience of working within women and girls and domestic violence, no recourse to public funds, (NRP)F & complex needs in a therapeutic setting
• 250 Hours of clinical experience
• Experience of working from a trauma focused model
• At least two years experience of supporting women and girls, particularly those who have experienced domestic violence e.g. physical or sexual abuse including childhood sexual abuse
• Experience of counselling women and girls who have experienced harmful practices ie female genital mutilation, honour based violence and forced marriage
• Experience of working with the diverse communities
• Experience of direct work with young people
• Experience of group work

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Kowledge of women with insecure immigration status
• Knowledge of women affected by homelessness
• Knowledge of women with multiple disadvantages & complex needs
• Knowledge of women with mental health problems
• Knowledge of statutory social work legislation including Children Act 1989, Children Act 2004, Child Protection Procedures
• Knowledge of key childcare and child protection research

• Knowledge of a range of therapeutic models of intervention
• Sound understanding of equal opportunities in practice
• Sound understanding about domestic violence
• Sound understanding of public policy issues concerning provision for young people
• Must be member of recognised therapeutic body i.e. BACP, UKCP

SKILLS & ABILITY

Essential

• To be able to form quick and effective working relationships with clients, partner agencies and other professionals
• To be able to work directly with women and girls, using a variety of therapeutic skills and techniques
• Active listening and counselling skills
• Group work skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with people at a variety of levels in statutory authorities and other agencies
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• To be able to maintain accurate and up to date case records
• Ability to plan, prioritise and organise own work load and meet deadlines
• Ability to problem solve and manage conflict
• Ability to work as an effective team member
• Ability to have an element of flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to relate well and communicate clearly and respectfully with a diverse group of people
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to adhere to Ashiana’s policies and a commitment to the aims and principles of Ashiana Network
• Ability to monitor and report against project targets & communicate effectively with funders and stakeholders
• Ability to be analytical
• Ability to obtain and process information
• Ability to work competently with Microsoft Office and EXCEL packages
• Ability to form supportive, professional relationships with  clients
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to learn new skills
• Ability to work as a member of the staff team and within a hierarchical structure.
• Ability to participate in and make use of supervision from the Senior Management Team

Desirable

• To provide counselling in a south Asian language, preferably Urdu speaking

Awareness

• An understanding of the issues effecting young people, particularly BME groups
• An understanding of the impact of discrimination on the lives of BME women and girls
• A commitment to equal opportunities in the provision of the Network’s services
• Commitment and  understanding of the aims and objectives of the Network
• Experience in planning, developing and delivering advocacy, advice and support services
• Experience of working in the voluntary or community sector
• Experience of multi-disciplinary work including child protection
• Experience of working with the BME women and girls
• Knowledge of child protection legislation

CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

The post requires occasional evening and weekend work

Support Worker - Young People

Support Worker, Young People
West Kirby, Wirral
£19,212.25 - £21,011.11 (Depending on experience)
Full and part time opportunities available

Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old. The young people they care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.

Their homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and their staff can enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with their young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks, shopping, building positive relationships and general life skills. They always encourage their young people and staff to bring their hobbies and knowledge into the home whether this be knitting, fitness, cooking or even singing so there is never a dull moment.

Part of the role will be managing various levels of self-harm using a least restrictive approach, so you will require a high level of resilience and have a caring, compassionate nature. You will also be required to update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.

Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. All their staff will be supported to achieve their Level 3 in Adult Care. You will also receive ongoing support and mentoring from their friendly residential and clinical team.

The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people and mental health. This role would also suit psychology graduates looking to develop their experience working in a multi-disciplinary team or people with life experiences wanting to give something back. There are opportunities for excellent career progression, with many of their staff developing into senior residential roles.

Company Benefits

- A £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £1000 per referral)
- 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Paid Training & Induction
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Free parking available and good direct transport links
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties)

Essential requirements of a Support Worker

- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- A professional working boundary between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Fancy the challenge? Apply with them today!

Additional Information

You will work in a COVID secure environment as all their staff are required to be fully vaccinated by 11th November 2021.This will be a requirement for this role also.
Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
Our client operates 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.
They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

Ref: 104 513

Centre 33 is looking to recruit 2 Engagement & Support Project Workers, with significant practical experience of working with young people and providing practical support and guidance, as part of the Centre 33 'Someone To Talk To' service in Cambridgeshire.

Your role will be to work within our Engagement and Support team to deliver excellent, safe, impactful and responsive services to young people while developing good local relationships with other organisations.

You will be part of our open access 'one stop shop' offering information and on-going support to young people (aged 13-25), about how to make informed choices about their wellbeing, health, housing and much more.

You will have wide-ranging and demonstrable experience of working with a complex case-load, assessing risk and need, and partnership working. You will thrive in a fast paced, variable role that requires a non-judgemental and supportive approach to your work with young people.

By listening to local young people, and local partners, and sharing your findings with the Someone To Talk To team you will support Centre 33 to embed and develop a more impactful service in line with the organisation’s strategic plan.

Your main base will be our Cambridge and Ely hubs, with additional working across county on an ad hoc basis (occasional cover). Your usual working days will be Tuesday – Saturday

(9:30-6 Tues – Fri and 9:30-2:30 Sat)

 A driving license and use of a car is desirable for this post.