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At Care in Mind, we recognise that the key to our success is thededicationandcommitmentof our workforce. Without them, we would not be able to provide thebest careand support to our young people. It is important to us that our staff arevaluedand recognised for the work they do, and we believe insupportingour staff to achieve theirfull potentialthroughtrainingandcareer developmentopportunities. When you join Care in Mind, you will be part of a team who arepassionateabout providing individualised care. Our staff are dedicated to thesuccessfultransition of young people to greater levels of independence, and we have helped many to live increasingly happy and fulfilled lives, without the need for re-admission to mental health services. To find out more about the unique roles within Care in Mind, please clickhereto read our team interviews. Main area: Healthcare Support Worker - ED Grade 1 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week (You will be required to work shift patterns which will include weekends and bank holidays) Job ref: 1122 Site: Maplehurst Residential Service, Moortown Salary: £24,570 - £25,662 (Dependent on Experience) Salary period: Yearly Closing date: 22/05/2025 23:59 Job overviewMoortown, Leeds £24,570 - £25,662 per annum based on experience. Full time 37.5 hours per week Main duties of the jobEssential requirements of a Support Worker Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays Must be able to attend training throughout employment, which will be held on weekdays Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails) Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others An ability to maintain a professional working boundary Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations Desirable criteria of a Support Worker Full UK Driving Licence NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs Working for our organisationCare in Mind provides residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life. Company Benefits 30 days holiday (rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays) An additional day off each year for your birthday Opportunity to work part-time hours if this suits your circumstances Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate) Paid Training, Induction, and DBS check Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests, and various other benefits Blue Light Card to access further shopping discounts Enhanced company pension Life Assurance (2 x annual salary) Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesAt Care in Mind, our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks, and general life skills. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. Additionally, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home, ensuring the young people live in a homely environment. At our new home in Leeds, you will be working with young people who have diagnosed eating disorders, alongside a variety of mental health diagnoses. Our young people often use self-harm and compensatory behaviours as strategies to cope with their emotions. Your role will include supporting the young people through their eating complexities, including meal support, food and fluid documentation, and post-meal support. You will also support and help manage incidents of self-harm and other risk-taking behaviours. Some of our young people have physical health concerns which require close monitoring and documenting — full training for this is provided. A number of our young people are preparing for independence, and you will support this transition through activities such as discovering different education routes, accessing public transport and appointments independently, and supporting them to self-administer their medication. Our young people are all unique and have different interests, engaging in activities like theme parks, pottery painting, and theatre visits, so there will never be a dull moment on shift. Previous care experience is not essential, and full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team. The role is highly rewarding and a great start for developing your career working with young people or enhancing previous experience in mental health, with excellent career development opportunities. Person specificationQualificationsDo you have any formal qualifications in care? ExperienceExperience of working in a team? Understanding of the issues young people face? SkillsGood written communication skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately IT skills and the ability to write emails and use Microsoft Office Do you hold a clean driving license? OtherAble to work shifts (including weekends, bank holidays where required to complete any necessary training) Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others Additional Information Please note that training will be 6 days held at our Head Office in Stockport – reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. Please note that we do not accept CVs, and the application must be completed in full. Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. If this role is over 20 hours per week and you hold a student visa, you must have finished your education and be able to apply for an appropriate visa to work the required hours. We do not have a license to offer sponsorships, and cannot offer this now or in the future. Employer certification / accreditation badgesThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.#J-18808-Ljbffr