Support Worker

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a confidentSupport Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding care.

Due to the genuine occupational need, we are only able to accept female applicants for this role.

Youll be working42hoursa week, workingday and night shifts,making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atNewham House.

Newham Houseis our Neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility for women, a first for Cygnet, comprising 12 hospital beds and 8 transitional care beds. This service provides users with a one care pathway, ensuring a smooth transition through their rehabilitation.

Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment which engages our service users and offers them the opportunity to maximise their independence.

AtCygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll 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 whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Your day-to-day

Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way Assist with medical & welfare needs Report on medical & welfare needs as required Safeguard Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Recruitment referrals

You are

Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator & a good team player Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhancedDBS check.

Ready to make a positive change?

Please click on the apply now link below

Join us!

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Middlesbrough, North East

TS8 9DE

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)