Location: Hartlepool Pay Rate: £15.00 – £16.50 per hour, weekly pay Reference: SW/Hartlepool/5
Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? We’d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Support Worker in Hartlepool
What We Offer you as a Support Worker:
· Competitive pay: £15.00 – £16.50 per hour + holiday pay per hour, weekly pay
· Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
· Free comprehensive training
· Enhanced DBS check provided
· In depth managing of violence and aggression training provided free of charge
· 24/7 support from our dedicated branch team
Your Role as a Support Worker:
· Supporting individuals with mental health conditions in a residential and community setting,
Deliver day to day care to the young person, aligned to their individual care plan and needs, including supporting with daily activities, medication management, meal preparation and any other personal care tasks they may require
Build positive and trusting relationships with the young person, whilst maintaining clear and professional boundaries
Act as a positive role model for the young person, along with coaching and mentoring them to develop life skills, independence and achieve personal goals, resulting in positive outcomes
Create and promote a safe, stable and nurturing home environment
Deescalate behaviours and support the emotional regulation of the young person in a person-centred way through approved behaviour management strategies as outlined in the young person’s PBS and care plans.
Consistently identify and mitigate risks relating to the young person, the team or external stakeholders, and where relevant, updating risk assessments and care plans to reflect this
Requirements:
· Aged 18 or over
· Right to work in the UK (no sp0ns0rship available)
· Minimum 6 months’ experience working with service users with complex mental health needs
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Full manual UK drivers licence
Experienced in handling conflicts and challenging behaviour professionally and effectively
Takes positive steps to support YPs in achieving their goals and aspirations
Provides guidance and support to other members of the care team
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Willingness to undergo training for skill and knowledge development
Resilient and calm under pressure
· Be able to complete a mixture of days, nights and sleep in shift’s if required of up to 40hrs per week
· Ability to build rapport with vulnerable adults
About Jane Lewis:
Established in 1987, Jane Lewis Healthcare is a trusted UK healthcare recruiter, supplying skilled professionals across the health and social care sector. We put people first and are committed to delivering safe, high-quality care to vulnerable individuals.
Apply Today:
If you’re an experienced Support Worker in Barnstaple or the surrounding areas and want flexible, rewarding work with weekly pay, apply now with Jane Lewis.
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Salary description
£15.00 - £16.50 per hour