To undertake duties to support our residents with varying degrees of mental health illness, in line with agreed plans and direction by the clinical team using a recovery-focused model. We are providing individuals with practical and emotional care, enabling them to lead as ordinary a life as they can achieve. You will need to be flexible, as you are required to work day and night shifts including bank holidays and weekends. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties following appropriate discussion with their line manager.
* Experience in a caring environment preferred, but not essential
* Able to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays
* Good communication skills, allowing you to engage & interact with our residents
* Ability to keep calm under pressure
* Confidence to work alone and also be part of a team (family)
* Passionate about making a difference to someone else's life
* Good written skills
* Able to fulfil the sleep-in duties in accordance with the agreed rota
* Driver preferred but not essential
The Oakleaf Group is seeking to recruit Support Workers to join the team in Hartwell, Northampton on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be able to work flexible hours and have the passion to make a difference to the lives of those they support.
The Oakleaf Group, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of rehabilitation services for men with brain injuries or other neurological conditions, supporting over 5,000 adults across more than 300 services in the UK. We are committed to high standards of care and governance, providing innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support individuals to take control of their lives—whether that involves employment, social activities, learning new skills, or building self-confidence.
Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to employment, with the expense covered by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7-10 days. Please only apply if you have the right-to-work in the UK without sponsorship, as our sponsorship programme is currently full.
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