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Job Location | Leyland |
Education | Not Mentioned |
Salary | Competitive salary |
Industry | Not Mentioned |
Functional Area | Not Mentioned |
Job Type | Permanent , full-time |
Job IntroductionAt Turning Point, we support people across The UK with mental health, substance misuse and learning disabilities. As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to individuals quality of life as you engage with people to improve their daily livingskills. Passionate about people, youll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you will gain the experience and training you need to progress your career with us.As a Support Worker, you will join The Mill supported living service that supports 12 young people (Aged 16 - 21) who are threatened with homelessness/ leaving care/ looked after children or young people at risk.Role ResponsibilityAs a Support Worker you will have knowledge and experience of working with young people with complex needs, homelessness, children who are looked after and in transition to leaving care or care leavers who struggle to maintain a tenancy as a result of complexan unmet need.You will be able to support young people and to maximise their benefits, gain independent living skills, promote independence, health wellbeing and healthy lifestyle choices as well as supporting them to maximise their involvement in local training, education,and employment opportunities.The Ideal CandidateWere ideally looking for a Support Worker with an NVQ 3/experience and Training in Youth / Social work, as well as solid understanding of homelessness and the impact this has on the wellbeing of young people.You willhave experience in support planning, re-engaging and motivating young people to participate in employment and work programmes, education, training, volunteering and skill building opportunities.As a Support worker the hours of work are flexible to the service need, and include some evening and weekend working. You will be expected to prioritize your own case load and using your initiative to plan and implement agreed action to meet set deadlines.As a great team player with lots of energy, youll need strong communication skills, a flexible approach and positive attitude to achieve targets in a challenging environment which requires empathy, understanding and patience.About usAs a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared visionand our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positivechange and always treating each other as individuals.We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we dont just offer you a jobwe offer you a career.What benefits will I receiveBeing a member of our bank is a fantastic opportunity to work flexibly around your existing commitments, giving you control over when you want to work in order to suit your own circumstances. But not only thatbeing employed by Turning Point will alsogive you access to many of our rewards! Here are some of the great benefits youll be eligible for: