SUPPORT WORKER - MENTAL HEALTH inWarrington inWarrington PUBLISHED 12 JUN 2024
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As a Support Worker, you will work with a dedicated team to provide care and support to our clients.
Alcedo Careis a highly esteemed care provider known for its exceptional services within the North.
Recognized as one of the top 20 home care groups, our commitment to delivering outstanding care has earned us the trust and loyalty of our clients and their families.
As we embark on an exciting journey of expansion into mental health, there has never been a better time to join our team. We are dedicated to maintaining the same level of excellence and compassion in our new division.
At Alcedo Care, we prioritize the well-being and development of everyone we support. Our mission is to create safe, nurturing environments where the people we support can thrive and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering positive relationships, promoting independence, and encouraging active engagement with the wider community.
With a strong emphasis on ongoing support and training, we invest in our staff to ensure they have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the highest quality care. We value our team members and believe in recognizing their dedication through various incentives, including employee awards and referral bonuses.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share our vision of making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic and supportive environment, Alcedo Care welcomes you to be part of our exceptional team. Join us as we strive to make a difference and create brighter futures for those we serve.
Shift Pattern
8am - 8pm / 8pm - 8am
Pay Rate From
£14.00 and £14.50 + PLUS HOLIDAY PAY + PENSION
Benefits
- Ongoing support from senior staff
- Care Friends referral bonuses for you and any friends you refer to us that we employ.
- Employee of the month scheme
- End of year carer awards
- Holiday pay
- Pension Scheme
- Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
- Fantastic training program including online/practical training.
Responsibilities
As a Support Worker, you will work with a dedicated team to provide care and support to our clients. Your role is crucial in creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for their positive development. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing emotional and social support: Building meaningful relationships with clients and encouraging their interaction with peers and adults within the community.
- Enhancing self-esteem and respect: Helping each client in your care develop a positive self-image and ensuring they feel respected and valued.
- Promoting positive life choices and independence: Supporting clients in making positive decisions and achieving levels of independence appropriate to their age and abilities.
- Accurate and detailed recording: Maintaining meticulous records of events, observations, progress, safeguarding, and child protection matters, and health and safety checks.
- Care planning and assessment: Collaborating with the manager and other professionals to create, implement, and review individual care plans based on the individual needs.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration: Working closely with the health advisor, social workers, therapists, teachers, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for everyone.
- Involvement with families: Facilitating supervised contacts with the clients’ families as necessary.
- Daily living support: Assisting clients with their daily living needs in accordance with their care plans.
- Domestic duties: Conducting household tasks and involving the clients when appropriate, including planning, shopping, and preparing meals to ensure a varied and balanced diet.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent (Preferred)
- Previous experience in a similar care role.
- Driver with access to a vehicle.
- Ability to work flexible shifts as per the shift pattern.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, patient, and understanding approach.
- Strong record-keeping and organizational abilities
- Dedication to promoting the welfare and development of each individual.
Alcedo Care
is a highly esteemed care provider known for its exceptional services within the North.
Recognized as one of the top 20 home care groups, our commitment to delivering outstanding care has earned us the trust and loyalty of our clients and their families.
As we embark on an exciting journey of expansion into mental health, there has never been a better time to join our team. We are dedicated to maintaining the same level of excellence and compassion in our new division.
At Alcedo Care, we prioritize the well-being and development of everyone we support. Our mission is to create safe, nurturing environments where the people we support can thrive and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering positive relationships, promoting independence, and encouraging active engagement with the wider community.
With a strong emphasis on ongoing support and training, we invest in our staff to ensure they have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the highest quality care. We value our team members and believe in recognizing their dedication through various incentives, including employee awards and referral bonuses.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share our vision of making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic and supportive environment, Alcedo Care welcomes you to be part of our exceptional team. Join us as we strive to make a difference and create brighter futures for those we serve.
Shift Pattern
8am - 8pm / 8pm - 8am
Pay Rate From
£14.00 and £14.50 + PLUS HOLIDAY PAY + PENSION
Benefits
Responsibilities
As a Support Worker, you will work with a dedicated team to provide care and support to our clients. Your role is crucial in creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for their positive development. Key responsibilities include:
Requirements
is a highly esteemed care provider known for its exceptional services within the North.
Recognized as one of the top 20 home care groups, our commitment to delivering outstanding care has earned us the trust and loyalty of our clients and their families.
As we embark on an exciting journey of expansion into mental health, there has never been a better time to join our team. We are dedicated to maintaining the same level of excellence and compassion in our new division.
At Alcedo Care, we prioritize the well-being and development of everyone we support. Our mission is to create safe, nurturing environments where the people we support can thrive and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering positive relationships, promoting independence, and encouraging active engagement with the wider community.
With a strong emphasis on ongoing support and training, we invest in our staff to ensure they have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the highest quality care. We value our team members and believe in recognizing their dedication through various incentives, including employee awards and referral bonuses.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share our vision of making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic and supportive environment, Alcedo Care welcomes you to be part of our exceptional team. Join us as we strive to make a difference and create brighter futures for those we serve.
Shift Pattern
8am - 8pm / 8pm - 8am
Pay Rate From
£14.00 and £14.50 + PLUS HOLIDAY PAY + PENSION
Benefits
- Ongoing support from senior staff
- Care Friends referral bonuses for you and any friends you refer to us that we employ.
- Employee of the month scheme
- End of year carer awards
- Holiday pay
- Pension Scheme
- Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
- Fantastic training program including online/practical training.
Responsibilities
As a Support Worker, you will work with a dedicated team to provide care and support to our clients. Your role is crucial in creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for their positive development. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing emotional and social support: Building meaningful relationships with clients and encouraging their interaction with peers and adults within the community.
- Enhancing self-esteem and respect: Helping each client in your care develop a positive self-image and ensuring they feel respected and valued.
- Promoting positive life choices and independence: Supporting clients in making positive decisions and achieving levels of independence appropriate to their age and abilities.
- Accurate and detailed recording: Maintaining meticulous records of events, observations, progress, safeguarding, and child protection matters, and health and safety checks.
- Care planning and assessment: Collaborating with the manager and other professionals to create, implement, and review individual care plans based on the individual needs.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration: Working closely with the health advisor, social workers, therapists, teachers, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for everyone.
- Involvement with families: Facilitating supervised contacts with the clients’ families as necessary.
- Daily living support: Assisting clients with their daily living needs in accordance with their care plans.
- Domestic duties: Conducting household tasks and involving the clients when appropriate, including planning, shopping, and preparing meals to ensure a varied and balanced diet.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent (Preferred)
- Previous experience in a similar care role.
- Driver with access to a vehicle.
- Ability to work flexible shifts as per the shift pattern.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, patient, and understanding approach.
- Strong record-keeping and organizational abilities
- Dedication to promoting the welfare and development of each individual.
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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