Job summary
We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You'll be working hours a week (a mixture of day shifts, night shifts and weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Clifton.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
You'll be working hours a week (a mixture day shifts, night shifts and weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Clifton.
Cygnet Hospital Clifton is a 25 bed specialist low secure service for men with a personality disorder, who also present with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviours.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Your day-to-day...
1. Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
2. Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
3. Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
4. Assist with medical & welfare needs
5. Report on medical & welfare needs as required
6. Safeguard
7. Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...
8. Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
9. Regular coaching & appraisal
10. Expert supervision & peer support
11. Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
You are...
12. Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
13. An excellent communicator & a good team player
14. Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
15. Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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