Mental Health Support Worker, Young People
Ramsbottom, Bury
£23400 - £24433.50 (Depending on experience)(Pro Rata for part time hours)
Part Time 30 hours per week
Essential Requirements Of a Support Worker
* Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays.
* Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays.
* 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 ability to maintain a professional working boundary.
* Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations.
Desirable Criteria of a Support Worker
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care.
* Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs.
Care in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 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 aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.
Company Benefits
* 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays).
* An additional day off each year for your birthday.
* Opportunity to work part time hours if this suits your circumstances.
* Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate).
* Paid Training, Induction and DBS check.
* 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.
* Blue Light Card to access further shopping discounts.
* Enhanced company pension.
* Life Assurance (2 x annual salary).
* Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
* Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Recruitment Department Job title: Recruitment Department Email address: jobs@careinmind.com Telephone number: 01616383285.
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