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About the Role:
Randstad is seeking a compassionate and experienced Mental Health Support Worker to provide evening and weekend support for children with mental health needs in the Cumbria area. This role involves delivering tailored care plans and ensuring the well-being of children, while working effectively with families and other healthcare professionals. Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children!
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide evening and weekend mental health support for children with various mental health conditions.
- Communicate effectively with families and healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible care.
- Implement individualized care plans and monitor progress.
- Offer emotional support, guidance, and practical assistance to children and their families.
- Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children, following established protocols and policies.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of care and interactions.
Requirements:
- 6+ months of experience working in children's mental health.
- Availability for evening shifts and at least 8 hours over the weekend.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- PEG Feeding trained or willing to do the training
Mandatory: Access to own car and willing to travel within 1 hour of work location
Shift Timings: 5 hours shift- Morning 7am To 9am and Evening 5pm to 8pm
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours to accommodate days and weekend availability.
- Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families.
No sponsorship offered, applicant must have right to work in the UK.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
