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JOB TITLE: RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER
LOCATION: CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE
PAY RATE: 11.50/HOUR PLUS 50 SLEEP IN + OVERTIME & BONUSES
HOURS: TYPICALLY 150 HOURS / MONTH - MIN 10 SLEEP-INS - ROTA SYSTEM
PSR Solutions Healthcare are delighted to be supporting & working with a residential company for children, based in Chorley, Lancashire. They are passionate about making a real difference to young people's lives and are recruiting for a Residential Care Support Worker.
Reporting to the Deputy Manager, this is a great opportunity to be part of a very collaborative team, supporting young people find their place of belonging in a nurturing and therapeutic environment, to support their development and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality care while maintaining dignity and respect for all children & young people, staff, other professionals and service users
- Act as a positive role model for young people and ensure the highest standards of care are provided
- Implement care plans and meet organisational standards
- Support the application of individual and team learning and development plans in conjunction with professional and company requirements
- Ensure all policies and procedures in relation to children, staff and others are fulfilled
- Attend to all the care needs & well being of young people being looked after in the home, ensuring they are supported to reach their full potential
- Promote positive family contact for children, ensuring transportation and support when needed
- Meet the health needs of all children by ensuring medication is administered and recorded in accordance with any prescribed requirements by GP / hospital / medical practitioner
- Assist & take accountability of the management of allocated budgets
- Assist in preparing for audits, inspections, and reviews, maintaining excellent care standards
- Monitoring and maintaining accurate records including risk assessments
Key Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience in a residential children's setting or similar environment
- NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People Workforce (or willing to work towards it)
- Valid UK Driving Licence
Benefits:
- Great salary & benefits package
- Overtime and bonuses available
- Excellent professional development & career progression
- Fantastic chance to make a positive difference to yourself and others
For a confidential discussion contact Shaheena Bokhari @ PSR Solutions Healthcare or apply online
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