We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Senior Support Worker within our North Manchester Learning Disabilities /Mental Health Service to provide person-centred support to people with learning disabilities and other mental health needs living in their own homes.
Working with a small highly skilled team of support workers, you will assist the Registered Team Manager and Support Coordinator in the management and provision of 24-hour support across flats within a supported living setting.
You must have a good understanding of learning disabilities and person-centred practice as well as a commitment to developing the service and the staff team.
You will be responsible for:
- Maximising service user outcomes by working closely with the service user, their family and friends, staff and involved professionals
- Developing and managing staff, including staff training, supervision and appraisal
- Supporting managers with business planning and service developments
- Supporting managers with Quality Assurance and CQC compliance
- Auditing of service paperwork on a monthly basis
In return, we offer a full induction and training program and manager support.
Relevant and transferable skills, as well as experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities, are essential within this post
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Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently recruiting a new staff team and are seeking highly motivated Support Workers in Warrington.
We are looking for respectful, warm and enthusiastic individuals to work in our Warrington service that has been developed to accommodate individuals who have a learning disability and/or autism and a range of needs including mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. We will offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and happy lives, maintain their tenancies, participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and ambitions.
Support Worker Duties:
- Provision of personal care to service users,
- Shift work including evenings, weekends and bank holidays,
- Medication administration,
- Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users,
- Carrying out general administrative duties and housing management tasks.
Although we value relevant experience of supporting people with a learning disability or autism, you do not need to have prior experience if you can demonstrate a ‘can-do approach’, person-centred values, energy and commitment. You will have a strong work ethic and duty of care and be able to contribute to a positive team approach.
Benefits of working with Creative Support:
- Free 24/7 counselling and employee support programme,
- Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave,
- Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff,
- All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out-of-hours teams,
- Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and Social Care Diploma.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference in young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Is a career as a Support Worker the next step in life for you?
Our client is currently looking for a kind, caring and friendly person to join their professional team as a 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 be based within their Residential Home in Stockport working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week consisting of earlies, lates, and occasional sleep ins & nights when required to support the services, so flexibility is required.
Company Benefits
- Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h + £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 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 Support Worker
- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per their attached document (Writing reports, general office admin, etc.)
Requirements of a 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
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Thursday 4th February 2021.
Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.
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: 96209
Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently recruiting a new staff team and are seeking highly motivated Support Workers to work Waking Nights in Warrington.
We are looking for respectful, warm and enthusiastic individuals to work in our Warrington service. This service has been developed to accommodate individuals who have a learning disability and/or autism and a range of needs including mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. We offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and happy lives, maintain their tenancies, participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and ambitions.
Support Worker Duties:
- Provision of personal care to service users,
- Working evenings on a rota system including weekends and bank holidays,
- Medication administration,
- Develop and sustain warm and trusting relationships with service users,
- Carry out general administrative duties and night rounds.
Although previous experience in a similar role is more advantageous, we encourage the people with the right values and passion to apply and work to make a difference. Creative Support also offers a wide range of training courses. This will be a perfect opportunity for those who are seeking to progress in the health and social care sector as we also offer the QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 – 5. We will support your continuous development by providing accredited courses such as person-centred planning, communication approaches and many more.
Benefits of working with Creative Support:
- Free 24/7 counselling and employee support programme,
- Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave,
- Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff,
- All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out-of-hours teams,
- Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and Social Care Diploma.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference in young people’s lives? Does working night shifts better suit your lifestyle? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Maybe a career as a Waking Night Support Worker could be the next step in life for you?
Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.
They are currently looking for a kind, caring and friendly person to join their professional team as a Waking Night Support Worker. Experience is not essential and full training will be provided, however an understanding of the issues young people face in their daily life would really help to make a difference.
You will be based within their Residential Home in Stockport where you will work 8:30 pm – 7:30 am over a 2 weekly rota (Week 1 – 33 hours) (Week 2 – 44 hours).
Company Benefits
- Competitive pay (£10.04 per hour + £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Access to their 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- 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 Waking Night Support Worker
- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin, etc.)
Requirements of a Waking Night Support Worker
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends, Bank Holidays and occasional days where required to support the service and complete any necessary training
- 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
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Tuesday 9th February.
Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.
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: 96307
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 provides residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.
They are currently looking for kind, caring and friendly people to join their 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 Stockport working flexible shifts that fit around your personal life.
Company Benefits
- Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h)
- Enhanced company pension
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Access to their 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- 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
- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To 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
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Thursday 11th February.
Please note that we do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.
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: 96359
Creative Support is a non-profit provider of person-centred care and support to older people, people with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and autism spectrum conditions.
We are recruiting an experienced practitioner for the role of Senior Support Worker to provide person-centred care and support to people with mental health needs at our service in Prestwich. Your role will include:
• Providing practical and emotional support to service users in line with Personal Support Plans
• Identifying and accessing opportunities with service users to gain independence and confidence
• Supervising staff and managing staff resources efficiently to meet the needs of the service
• Collaborating with service users, families, and involved professionals to provide a consistent and coordinated service that maximises outcomes for service users
A minimum of two years’ experience of providing care and support to people with mental health needs is essential for this role. It is desirable that you have experience of supporting and supervising a staff team. A clean driving licence and access to a car is beneficial.
You are expected to work flexibly on a rota to meet the needs of the service, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays.
This position offers the opportunity to work in an environment that challenges and encourages personal and professional development. Creative Support has obtained Investors in People Silver status. You will receive ongoing training regarding the client group you work with, managerial qualifications, and up-to-date training regarding changes to the law governing social care.
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At Depaul UK we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Youth Homelessness Support Worker to join our team across the North West. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a salary of £19,608 per annum + pension & other benefits.
Depaul UK helps people around the UK who are homeless, vulnerable and disadvantaged, with a special focus on young people. We are now looking for locum Project / Support Workers through Accommodation, Floating Support, Family Mediation, Administration, and Nightstop.
We are a homelessness charity with the largest network of emergency accommodation for young people in the UK, making a difference to the lives of thousands of young people each year. We are unique, innovative and very passionate about what we do, working in the very heart of local communities.
Benefits of joining us as our Youth Homelessness Support Worker:
- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual holiday plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Interest-free Annual Season Ticket Loan
- Four weeks paternity leave
The Youth Homelessness Support Worker role:
You will be responsible for support planning, risk assessment and move-on for a caseload of 4-5 residents, addressing their physical, emotional, social and behavioural needs and helping them progress towards independence. You will support our programme of meaningful activity by running group sessions and take an active role in the upkeep of the physical spaces of the accommodation.
The official job title for this role is Progression Coach.
What makes the Youth Homelessness Support Worker role exciting?
- A full induction and training to enhance the ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills required’
- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
- Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner
What will ideally support your success as our Youth Homelessness Support Worker?
- Excellent experience of working with and a good understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health and substance misuse
- Good knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning
- Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
- The ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures
Closing date: Monday 25th January 2021, 12pm
Interview date: TBC
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Youth Homelessness Support Worker then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!
An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction, and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.
At Depaul UK we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Night Support Worker to join the team in Greater Manchester. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a salary of £18,309 per annum + pension & other benefits.
Depaul UK helps people around the UK who are homeless, vulnerable and disadvantaged, with a special focus on young people. We are now looking for locum Project / Support Workers through Accommodation, Floating Support, Family Mediation, Administration, and Nightstop.
We are a homelessness charity with the largest network of emergency accommodation for young people in the UK, making a difference to the lives of thousands of young people each year. We are unique, innovative and very passionate about what we do, working in the very heart of local communities.
Benefits of joining us as a Night Support Worker:
- 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Interest-free Annual Season Ticket Loan
- Four Weeks Paternity Leave
The Deputy Night Support Worker:
We are currently recruiting for a committed Night Support Worker to join the team at Statham House supported accommodation for vulnerable young people.
Working under the direction, guidance, and support of the service manager you will be responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive environment, covering a number of core work activities, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients, volunteers, and staff in the service at all times.
What makes this Night Support Worker role exciting?
- A full induction and training to enhance the ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills required’
- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
- Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner
- Access to a total rewards package including a health plan and generous pension contributions
What will ideally support your success as our Night Support Worker?
- Strong experience of working in a busy supported housing environment
- Good experience of working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness
- Good knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning
- Clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures
- The ability to lone-work and being pro-active
Final closing date: Friday 18th December 09:00am
Interview date: TBC
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will close once we’ve received sufficient applications
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Night Support Worker then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!
An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction, and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.
Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently seeking highly flexible Support Workers to join our Relief team in Warrington.
We are looking for proactive, warm and highly motivated individuals to work as bank/relief staff for our Warrington services that has been developed to accommodate individuals who have a learning disability and/or autism and a range of needs including mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. We offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and valued lives, maintain their tenancies, participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and ambitions.
Support Worker Duties:
- Provision of personal care to service users,
- Flexible availability to cover shifts and work as part of the relief team,
- Medication administration,
- Develop and sustain warm and trusting relationships with service users,
- Carry out general administrative duties and housing management tasks.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference in young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Is a career as a Support Worker the next step in life for you?
Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.
They are currently looking for a kind, caring and friendly person to join their professional team as a 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 be based within their Residential Home in Bury working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week consisting of earlies, lates, and occasional sleep ins & nights when required to support the services, so flexibility is required.
Company Benefits
- Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h + £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 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 Support Worker
- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin, etc)
Requirements of a 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
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Friday 12th February.
Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.
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: 96408
Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference in young people’s lives? Do you understand the daily challenges which young people face? Is a career as a Healthcare Support Worker the next step in life for you?
Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or secure children’s homes. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.
They are excited to announce the opening of their new Residential Eating Disorder Service based in Lostock, Bolton, where they are looking for a kind, caring and empathetic Healthcare Support Workers to join their professional 5-bed service, supporting young people with complex and challenging eating disorders, where you will work closely with their professional multi-disciplinary team towards keeping them safe and progressing with their recovery.
You will be required to work shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates and occasional sleep ins & nights when required to support the services, so flexibility is required.
Company Benefits
- £18,603 - £20,344.82 per annum (Dependent on experience & qualifications)
- £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- 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
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)
- Free on-site parking
Your role as a Healthcare Support Worker
- To take on the role of Key worker, developing care plans and review plans with young people, carrying out direct and indirect care of young people with complex eating disorders.
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people including personal care and hygiene, eating, attendance in education etc.
- To develop therapeutic relationships with the young people experiencing eating disorders and work closely with their families and carers communicating effectively to provide ongoing engagement.
- To be actively involved in the admission, assessment, implementation and discharge of young people and their care.
- To provide specialist supportive interventions to individuals experiencing eating disorders under the direction of the clinical team.
- To take physical health observations of young people, monitoring and recording as required. To act upon any physical health concerns in relation to the young person based on their care plans, risk management plans and history of eating disorder.
- To observe and monitor the wellbeing of young people by ensuring that any unusual physical, mental, or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff and or clinical nurse and documented as appropriate.
Requirements of a Healthcare Worker
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Have excellent observation and communication skills, as well the ability to build trust and rapport with individuals who have experienced trauma
- Have a non-judgemental approach and the ability to demonstrate unconditional positive regard
- The ability to work in a team, and to think on your feet, remain focused and maintain your composure in difficult situations
- The ability to meet the day to day needs of young people, including providing practical support with daily living activities
- To form and maintain professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations
- 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 safeguarding
Desirable Criteria
- Full UK Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 qualification in care or equivalent
- Previous experience working with young people who have mental health needs
- Previous experience working with service users who have eating disorders
- A good understanding of Nutrition
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Friday 12th February.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.
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: 96382
Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference in young people’s lives? Do you understand the daily challenges which young people face? Is a career as a Waking Night Healthcare Support Worker the next step in life for you?
Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.
They are excited to announce the opening of their new Residential Eating Disorder Service based in Lostock, Bolton, where they are looking for a kind, caring and empathetic Waking Night Healthcare Support Workers to join their professional 5-bed service, supporting young people with complex and challenging eating disorders, where you will work closely with their professional multi-disciplinary team towards keeping them safe and progressing with their recovery.
Your working week will consist of working 8:30 pm – 7:30 am over a 2-weekly rota (Week 1 – 33 hours) (Week 2 – 44 hours).
Company Benefits
- £20,100.08 per annum (Dependent on qualifications & experience)
- £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- 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
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)
- Free on-site parking
Your role as Waking Night Healthcare Worker
- To take on the role of Key worker, developing care plans and review plans with young people, carrying out direct and indirect care of young people with complex eating disorders.
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people including personal care and hygiene, eating, attendance in education etc.
- To develop therapeutic relationships with the young people experiencing eating disorders and work closely with their families and carers communicating effectively to provide ongoing engagement.
- To be actively involved in the admission, assessment, implementation and discharge of young people and their care.
- To provide specialist supportive interventions to individuals experiencing eating disorders under the direction of the clinical team.
- To take physical health observations of young people, monitoring and recording as required. To act upon any physical health concerns in relation to the young person based on their care plans, risk management plans and history of eating disorder.
- To observe and monitor the wellbeing of young people by ensuring that any unusual physical, mental, or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff and or clinical nurse and documented as appropriate.
Requirements of Waking Night Healthcare Worker
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays
- Have excellent observation and communication skills, as well the ability to build trust and rapport with individuals who have experienced trauma
- Have a non-judgemental approach and the ability to demonstrate unconditional positive regard
- The ability to work in a team, and to think on your feet, remain focused and maintain your composure in difficult situations
- The ability to meet the day to day needs of young people, including providing practical support with daily living activities
- To form and maintain professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations
- 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 safeguarding
Desirable Criteria
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Level 2 qualification in care or equivalent
- Previous experience working with young people who have mental health needs
- Previous experience working with service users who have eating disorders
- A good understanding of Nutrition
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Friday 12th February.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.
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.
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Job Summary
Embedding delivery with Primary Care and Community Health Teams, you will be delivering employment support to clients in parallel to the health treatment being delivered by NHS clinicians. Working towards a caseload of 20 clients who have a health condition which impacts on their ability to gain work, assisting them to obtain and sustain employment that is consistent with their vocational goals, following the principles of IPS. Meeting and exceeding performance targets for referrals, employer engagement, job starts and sustainment, in compliance with contractual guidelines and quality procedures.
Essential Job Duties
- Build relationships with clinical teams to generate referrals and create a collaborative working partnerships with NHS clinicians
- Where appropriate, attend weekly meetings with clinical teams and communicate with team members to integrate vocational services into health treatment processes
- Support candidates to understand their skills, aspirations and goals through the completion of a Vocational Profile and produce an Action Plan to obtain and sustain competitive employment in line with their preferences
- Assisting clients to understand their benefits through the delivery of In Work Benefit calculations and sourcing additional financial support
- Focus on rapid job search with the client, whilst utilising local support networks to help them overcome their barriers to employment
- Source job opportunities for clients through tailored job search and regular contact with employers
- To develop effective working relationships with a range of external agencies who might be better able to help individuals to achieve their employment goals for example, local colleges, training providers and external supported employment services
- Promote the benefits of supporting service users to access employment within Remploy and external employers, aiming to raise the profile of IPS services and raise expectations around the ability of service users to access paid employment
- Develop collaborative working relationships with employers to enable support to be provided to clients in work, and to help employers understand how to better support their staff. In particular, ensuring the service is focused on accessing the hidden labour market to unlock potential jobs that match with service user preference
- To assess individual support needs related to work which might typically include help with benefits, travel to work, managing health at work etc.
- To deliver employment workshops with other members of staff as required
- Provide individualised in work support using the place, train, fade model and ensuring effective support networks are in place to achieve sustainment
- To maintain a professional relationship with the clients of the programme and with other staff, with particular attention to confidentiality and maintenance of professional boundaries
- Ensure contractual compliance by accurate data entry and completion of documentation
- Allocate appropriate time to working in community settings away from Primary Care and Community Care Teams
- To work flexibly as required by the individual and employer which may require some working out of normal office hours
- To actively participate in own continuous professional development
Policy and/or Service Development
- To work with the IPS Area Manager and Team Leader to ensure that vocational support services continue to develop effectively
- Ensure that effective referral and information structures related to this service are in place
- Ensure that effective monitoring and evaluation systems are adhered to, in relation to the research programme and keep abreast of changing practice within vocational rehabilitation
Management of Resources
- Work with external agencies to maximise use of both internal and external resources in the delivery of vocational support services
Education and Experience Requirements
ESSENTIAL
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to a wide range of communication and learning styles
- High level of optimism, initiative and effective interpersonal skills in order to engage effectively with service users, clinical teams and employers
- Influencing skills that promote commitment and action
- Customer focused with a strong commitment to client care
- Disability Capability with demonstrable experience of supporting clients with mental ill health and other health conditions and disabilities
- Strong team player with a positive and flexible approach to both work and colleagues
- Creative problem solving skills and a positive approach to challenging and overcoming limiting beliefs
- Ability to plan and organise workload to meet required targets and deadlines
- Experience of people development on a one to one basis
- Experience of meeting and exceeding programme outcomes and targets
- Accurate identification of candidate support needs both pre and post-employment, with appropriate interventions delivered by self, or sourced through additional support networks
- Creating and delivering candidate Action Plans
- Experience working with employers to develop job opportunities for clients, and to support them whilst in work
- Attention to detail and ability to work to a defined delivery structure
- Able to work flexible hours and travel through prior arrangement as the needs of the job dictate
DESIRABLE (compulsory to be attained once in role)
- Holds Level 3 Diploma in Employability Services Sector qualification
- Holds Mental Health First Aid Qualification
- Trained in the IPS approach
The above list is not exhaustive. Please see the job description and person specification for more information.
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Family Intervention Worker (domestic abuse) - Big Manchester (Maternity Cover)
About the role: PTMWA is the employing organisation but the role will be managed on an operational level by Barnardo’s project manager.
For the past eight years, The Pankhurst Trust (Incorporating Manchester Women’s Aid) has been working in a highly successful partnership with Barnardo’s and 3 other voluntary sector agencies in the delivery of Big Manchester project in the north of the city. The project offers an innovative approach to working with families with children aged 5-11 who have been affected by domestic violence and abuse, substance misuse and poor mental health.
The role will involve intensive holistic work with parents and their primary school aged children and where the family has been impacted by domestic violence and abuse. You will work with children in 1:1 settings and support them through a range of interventions including using creative therapeutic play techniques. Alongside this you would also work collaboratively with parents – assessing their needs and working with them to look for solutions.
About us:
PTMWA is a women-led organisation whose vision is to ensure that people, suffering, or at risk of domestic abuse receive appropriate support. We assist recovery by providing safe accommodation, specialist support services and by working in partnership with other agencies. We also run the only museum dedicated to telling the story of women’s fight for the right to vote at our Pankhurst Centre headquarters.
We are a diverse organisation with 28% of our staff coming from BAME and 20% from LGBT communities. We span the generations with 11% of staff being aged 18-24 and 25% aged 55-64. 11% of staff identify as having a disability.
Our staff, volunteers and service users have taken time to reflect on who we are and what we do when we are at our best. This reflection showed that we can proudly claim to be:
Courageous by challenging inequality, stepping forward and making change
Affirming by supporting and inspiring, paying attention to discover what matters
Generous by sharing our skills, creating energetic positive links, and thriving together
Rooted by being secure in our communities, participating and nurturing a sense of belonging
About You:
You will be a pro-active, reliable individual who reflects the values of PTMWA in all that you do. Your experiences, whether in paid or voluntary work, will enable you to fulfil the role requirements but it is your attitude and character that will make you a successful team member.
You will enjoy a challenge and actively participate in delivering and developing services of the highest standard. You will have experience working with victims and their children who are affected by domestic abuse. You will work collaboratively and with compassion.
You will be joining a strong, well established, team with a wide and varied skill set. Training and ongoing support in the use of therapeutic play techniques is available.
We offer:
Duration: Maternity cover for up to 12 months from February 2021
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £25 214 p.a.
Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, pro rata for part-time workers
This role has been assessed and confirmed as open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.