Waking Night Support Worker - Young People

Job Description

Waking Night Support WorkerRamsbottom, Bury£11.54 per hourCare in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aimis to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, householdtasks and general life skills. You will also assist them with everyday life skills including shopping, building positive relationships, and going on holidays. We always encourage our young people and staff to bring their hobbies and knowledge into the homewhether 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.As a Waking Night Support Worker you will be required to lone work but will be supported by the On Call Managers and also another member of staff if required.Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.Company Benefits

• 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)
• An additional day off each year for your birthday
• 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
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £500 per referral)

Essential requirements of a Waking Night Support Worker

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and 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

Desirable Criteria of a Waking Night Support Worker

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

Additional Information

• As part of our commitment to safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process. As part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
• We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.
• We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Support Worker, Care Staff, Social Care, Health & Social Care, Care Worker, Care, Mental Health, Healthcare, EatingDisorders, etc.

Keyskills :
Mental HealthYoung PeopleMedication AdministrationBuilding Positive Relationships