Cygnet Harrogate, England, United Kingdom
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Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
We are looking for a confident Healthcare Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
You’ll be working 38.5 hours a week, (11‑hour shifts), in an Acute ward with female service users over the age of 18 at Cygnet Hospital Harrogate.
This is a long‑established mental health hospital that provides an emergency admissions service across two acute wards. The service has a full Multidisciplinary team (MDT) including consultant psychiatrists, doctors, a therapy team including group and activities coordinators and nursing therapists. All service users can access a minimum of 25 hours of therapy a week and there is a comprehensive programme of both group and individual therapies.
Our team works closely and collaboratively with service users, their families and the referrer to provide a seamless pathway from referral to discharge.
At Cygnet, our perks go far beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You’ll 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 while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.
Your day‑to‑day
* Support both management and team members in the day‑to‑day running of the service
* Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
* 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 and report as required
* Safeguard
* Maintain a safe & clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
* Starting pay rate at £12.67 per hr, £13.05 per hr post 6 months probation and then £13.38 per hr at 18 months.
* 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
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.
About Cygnet
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high‑quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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