Freedom Care are a growing business that have been working with young people and families to improve outcomes for 25 years.
Description
Job Title: Young Person Support Worker (Primary Age)
Reporting to: Social Care Manager/ Case Manager
Hours: A team to provide the following hours: up to 45 hours per week (job share) including weekend support. These hours may be split shifts depending on the needs of the family.
Zero Hour contract in blocks of 12 weeks.
Wages: £18.00 – £20.00
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset.
Role: To create stability for the young person and develop their life skills and opportunities through a range of home-based activities.
Experience/Qualifications
TBI Experience: Practical experience working with young people who have experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI), including understanding the potential impacts on cognitive, emotional, and physical functioning.
Behavioural Support: Experience in managing challenging behaviours, particularly in relation to the emotional and psychological effects of TBI, using appropriate de-escalation techniques.
Knowledge of Neuro-rehabilitation: Understanding of neuro-rehabilitation principles and how they apply to TBI recovery, including supporting cognitive rehabilitation and physical recovery goals.
Level 3 Qualification: The support worker should hold at least a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, Children and Young People, or a related field, demonstrating a strong foundation in care practice and safeguarding.
Who we are looking for
Your values as a person should align with Freedom’s which are: Care, Empathy, Trust, Respect, Compassion, Understanding and Trust.
Working with young people with additional needs and challenging behaviour requires a very special set of personal traits. They need to be fun, energetic and willing to build relationships with this young person.
Benefits
* Excellent pay and travel allowances whilst transporting young person.
* Paid after 30 minutes and 15 miles from home.
* Continual professional development including training, opportunities, and supportive supervision.
* Friendly and supportive environment.
* Continuous support and monitoring from the case manager and the out of hours team.
* Use of streamlined systems, Freedom investment into IT means you can focus on working with the young person.
If you would like more information about the role, please contact us or click on apply now.
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