Job summary Passionate about outcomes for children? Enthusiastic about making a difference to the lives of children with disabilities via an innovative new service? Then we want to hear from you. Main duties of the job As a Crisis Residential and Outreach worker you will operate within a multi-disciplinary team of committed professionals and be at the cutting edge of developments in Childrens Homes. You must be able to work positively and effectively with disabled children in a crisis and emergency context. This significant life event for children may give rise to distressed behavioural responses to their situation which may be unpredictable and challenging. You are able to remain calm and able to see beyond these behaviours to positively connect with the child and confident in your ability to make safe and autonomous decisions when necessary to deliver bespoke interventions as dictated by presenting needs. This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. About us For successful applicants who are new to Cornwall Council, a recruitment and retention bonus will be paid; £1000 when the job starts, with an additional £1000 paid after successfully completing the first year. Cornwall Councils ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high performing Council and a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff. This helps provide our employees with a greater work/life balance. Whilst still ensuring that service needs are met. Our core employee rewards and benefits include: a competitive salary. a defined benefit pension scheme, based on your career average earnings. This includes the option for extra voluntary contributions a generous annual leave entitlement with the potential to purchase additional leave. A national award-winning employee health and wellbeing programme Employee benefits scheme giving employees access to a wide range of discounts to local and national goods and services. Date posted 26 September 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £29,592 to £36,655 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number F0021-700001813 Job locations New County Hall Treyew Road Truro Cornwall TR1 3AY Job description Job responsibilities Cardinham Barns is set in 8 acres of woodland, adjacent to Cardinham Woods, an area of outstanding natural beauty, just outside Bodmin, Cornwall. This newly created service offers a safe haven for disabled children providing them with time-limited specialist residential care and outreach, to help them recover from traumatic experiences and/or crisis situations. As a Crisis Residential and Outreach worker you will operate within a multi-disciplinary team of committed professionals and be at the cutting edge of developments in Childrens Homes. Grounded in evidence-based practice, the service links with national academic institutions and specialist trainers who specialise in behavioural work to inform recovery and reunification. We follow a trauma informed, low arousal model of support to enable transformation of childrens lived experiences. Our main aim is to care for children and young people, and support their learning and development, so that they can have fun, achieve their ambitions and live in a permanent home after our involvement has ended. Our community outreach support programme complements the residential service to ensure that wherever possible and appropriate, children are supported to be cared for by their families who are able to give them the best opportunity to experience an ordinary and fulfilling childhood. If you have the skills the children need and the ambition they deserve, then in return we offer a competitive salary, pension, a generous relocation package, continuing professional development and opportunities for progression. We are an Outstanding Childrens Service, which is innovative, child-centred and solution-focused. Our shared aim is achieving the best outcomes for disabled children and young people.so if you are passionate about working with disabled children and want to make a difference, then give us a call. The Role: As a Crisis Residential and Outreach worker you will operate within a multi-disciplinary team of committed professionals and be at the cutting edge of developments in Childrens Homes. You must be able to work positively and effectively with disabled children in a crisis and emergency context. This significant life event for children may give rise to distressed behavioural responses to their situation which may be unpredictable and challenging. You are able to remain calm and able to see beyond these behaviours to positively connect with the child and confident in your ability to make safe and autonomous decisions when necessary to deliver bespoke interventions as dictated by presenting needs. Job description Job responsibilities Cardinham Barns is set in 8 acres of woodland, adjacent to Cardinham Woods, an area of outstanding natural beauty, just outside Bodmin, Cornwall. This newly created service offers a safe haven for disabled children providing them with time-limited specialist residential care and outreach, to help them recover from traumatic experiences and/or crisis situations. As a Crisis Residential and Outreach worker you will operate within a multi-disciplinary team of committed professionals and be at the cutting edge of developments in Childrens Homes. Grounded in evidence-based practice, the service links with national academic institutions and specialist trainers who specialise in behavioural work to inform recovery and reunification. We follow a trauma informed, low arousal model of support to enable transformation of childrens lived experiences. Our main aim is to care for children and young people, and support their learning and development, so that they can have fun, achieve their ambitions and live in a permanent home after our involvement has ended. Our community outreach support programme complements the residential service to ensure that wherever possible and appropriate, children are supported to be cared for by their families who are able to give them the best opportunity to experience an ordinary and fulfilling childhood. If you have the skills the children need and the ambition they deserve, then in return we offer a competitive salary, pension, a generous relocation package, continuing professional development and opportunities for progression. We are an Outstanding Childrens Service, which is innovative, child-centred and solution-focused. Our shared aim is achieving the best outcomes for disabled children and young people.so if you are passionate about working with disabled children and want to make a difference, then give us a call. The Role: As a Crisis Residential and Outreach worker you will operate within a multi-disciplinary team of committed professionals and be at the cutting edge of developments in Childrens Homes. You must be able to work positively and effectively with disabled children in a crisis and emergency context. This significant life event for children may give rise to distressed behavioural responses to their situation which may be unpredictable and challenging. You are able to remain calm and able to see beyond these behaviours to positively connect with the child and confident in your ability to make safe and autonomous decisions when necessary to deliver bespoke interventions as dictated by presenting needs. Person Specification What you’ll need to succeed: Essential You will be innovative, creative and calm in a crisis. You will have proven skills and experience of supporting children with complex needs including behaviours that may challenge and/or trauma and be confident of your professional role when working with a variety of agencies. You should have or are willing to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Childrens Residential Care (which the Council will fund) Person Specification What you’ll need to succeed: Essential You will be innovative, creative and calm in a crisis. You will have proven skills and experience of supporting children with complex needs including behaviours that may challenge and/or trauma and be confident of your professional role when working with a variety of agencies. You should have or are willing to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Childrens Residential Care (which the Council will fund) Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Cornwall Council Address New County Hall Treyew Road Truro Cornwall TR1 3AY Employer's website https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)