Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector? How would you like to work for an innovative and market-leading organisation? This is the perfect opportunity for a compassionate person with a desire to help others at the greatest time of need. The role of Crisis Worker is critical in providing victims of sexual assault with the dedicated support and care required. Acting as the advocate for patients who attend the Centre, you will empower them to feel in control and where applicable, support them during the forensic examination process. Each county has its own dedicated Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), the service has been commissioned to improve the immediate medical response and aftercare offered to victims of sexual assault and rape. Mountain Healthcare are a specialist business already providing similar services to 20 other SARCs in locations across the UK. You will based at the Teesside SARC, Middlesborough. Additional Locations: The Meadows SARC (Durham) and Northumbria SARC (Newcastle) Zero-Hours vacancies- to cover 24 hour rota. The shift times are: 9am - 5pm, 5pm - 1am, and 1am - 9am. The payment rates for this role are a shift retainer of £30 to £40 per shift plus £15.50 per hour call out fee. This Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker role will include: providing telephone information and support. assisting in the administration and management process of an adult or child and their family visiting the centre, including preparing the patient and assisting in the collecting of forensic evidence. supporting use of the colposcope and medical care, providing advocacy support for the patient and/or family, and ensuring a patient-centered service. ensuring that a high standard of DNA decontamination is maintained between forensic cases (cleaning). assisting patients and liaising with other agencies regarding the management of historic cases. As an organisation that 'does the right thing', we believe you will be empowered to make a difference. Please note, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, and Police vetting NVVP Level 2 checks. Whilst the position may be based from one location, additional travel may be required, therefore a UK driving license is required for this role. Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)b and 7(2)e. Our aim is to create and encourage an environment committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively and building on the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace, and we uphold these principles in our behaviours. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We welcome applications for this Crisis Worker role from candidates with experience in care, social care and healthcare. Experience of working with vulnerable adults and children. Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and adults. Knowledge and understanding confidentiality. Can drive and has access to a car 24/7 Female only applicants