Overview
Cygnet Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom. We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care for our Cygnet Yorkshire Supported Living service based in Huddersfield.
We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. This specialist service supports individuals who may have been previously detained within a hospital setting and are ready for a step-down placement within the local community.
You’ll be working full time, 42 hours a week, covering 12 hour shifts including alternate weekends, and must be a driver. This requirement is due to a genuine occupational need; you will not be using your own vehicle and will be using a service vehicle.
This role offers a range of benefits beyond pension schemes and professional development, including shopping, travel and leisure discounts, plus healthcare and financial benefits to support you in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while 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? We’ll offer you…
* Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
* Regular coaching & appraisal
* Expert supervision & peer support
* Employee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme
You are…
* Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s 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 enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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