MENTAL HEALTH - SUPPORT WORKER

Alcedo Care is a highly esteemed care provider known for its exceptional services within the North.

Recognized as one of the top 20 home care groups, our commitment to delivering outstanding care has earned us the trust and loyalty of our clients and their families.

As we embark on an exciting journey of expansion into mental health, there has never been a better time to join our team. We are dedicated to maintaining the same level of excellence and compassion in our new division.

At Alcedo Care, we prioritize the well-being and development of everyone we support. Our mission is to create safe, nurturing environments where the people we support can thrive and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering positive relationships, promoting independence, and encouraging active engagement with the wider community.

With a strong emphasis on ongoing support and training, we invest in our staff to ensure they have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the highest quality care. We value our team members and believe in recognizing their dedication through various incentives, including employee awards and referral bonuses.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share our vision of making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic and supportive environment, Alcedo Care welcomes you to be part of our exceptional team. Join us as we strive to make a difference and create brighter futures for those we serve.

Shift Pattern:
Various shift patterns

Pay Rate from:
£14.00 and £14.50 + PLUS HOLIDAY PAY + PENSION

Benefits:

• Ongoing support from senior staff
• Care Friends referral bonuses for you and any friends you refer to us that we employ.
• Employee of the month scheme
• End of year carer awards
• Holiday pay
• Pension Scheme
• Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
• Fantastic training program including online/practical training.

Responsibilities:
As a Support Worker, you will work with a dedicated team to provide care and support to our clients. Your role is crucial in creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for their positive development. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing emotional and social support: Building meaningful relationships with clients and encouraging their interaction with peers and adults within the community.
• Enhancing self-esteem and respect: Helping each client in your care develop a positive self-image and ensuring they feel respected and valued.
• Promoting positive life choices and independence: Supporting clients in making positive decisions and achieving levels of independence appropriate to their age and abilities.
• Accurate and detailed recording: Maintaining meticulous records of events, observations, progress, safeguarding, and child protection matters, and health and safety checks.
• Care planning and assessment: Collaborating with the manager and other professionals to create, implement, and review individual care plans based on the individual needs.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration: Working closely with the health advisor, social workers, therapists, teachers, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for everyone.
• Involvement with families: Facilitating supervised contacts with the clients’ families as necessary.
• Daily living support: Assisting clients with their daily living needs in accordance with their care plans.
• Domestic duties: Conducting household tasks and involving the clients when appropriate, including planning, shopping, and preparing meals to ensure a varied and balanced diet.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent (Preferred)
• Previous experience in a similar care role
• Ability to work flexible shifts as per the shift pattern.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding approach.
• Strong record-keeping and organizational abilities
• Dedication to promoting the welfare and development of each individual.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and are committed to providing exceptional care and support, we welcome your application to join our dedicated team at Alcedo Care.