An exciting opportunity has arisen to come and join our new team supporting young people with a learning disability aged 16 -25 who are experiencing a period of crisis. This new team requires a number of support workers who will provide care and support to service users. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate great communication skills alongside a commitment to developing a positive team culture focused on person centred care. The service will provide a range of training opportunities aimed at supporting your continuing development and our new service offer which includes a range of clinically led approaches such as trauma focus care and positive behavioural support (PBS).
These roles will also provide support to the Senior Support Workers and will interlink with the Unit Manager, Administrator and other professionals working within the unit.
The post holder will work within the Learning Disability Crisis Response Unit predominately on the Radcliffe site within the borough of Bury and may also at times work across the Learning Disability Care Hub across the footprint of Pennine Care. Our new service aims to provide a therapeutic model of care to people aged 16-25 years with a Learning Disability with or without Autism who are experiencing a period of crisis by the provision of a service to reduce hospital admissions and offer of a de-escalation programme.The post holder will provide high quality care and support to people accessing the service. They will assist in the delivery of the model of care under the guidance of the Unit Manager, Senior Support Workers, and members of the qualified clinical team.The post holder will provide support which is therapeutic while also maintaining the persons safety and dignity.The post holder will assist in establishing care plans and in the delivery of care. The expectation will be to work within the boundaries of agreed instruction, whilst being supported within Trust procedures and policies
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. To support and contribute to the development and maintenance of an environment which is defined by high quality care and support.
To work as an assistant or co-worker in therapeutic activities and / or group work with the support and guidance of senior staff.
To undertake and accurately document observations and clinical care in line with Trust Policy.
To value diversity and promote equality of opportunity for all and to ensure individuals are treated fairly.
To support the development and implementation of Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
Attend to personal hygiene including bathing, toileting and dressing, promoting quality of life and independence.
Support and assist at mealtimes as required.
To attend education and training sessions specially arranged for the team.
To carry out assigned tasks under the supervision of qualified staff.
To provide guidance to new staff on the induction to the ward and participate in induction and training programmes for staff.
To undertake support to new staff as appropriate, supporting them complete their care certificate.
To demonstrate appropriate de-escalation skills in managing aggression exhibited by service users, subject to achieving agreed training and competency in Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression techniques.
To attend / undertake statutory and mandatory training as required.
Adhere to appropriate Trust and local policies, procedures and guidelines.
To support and contribute to the development and maintenance of an environment which is defined by high quality care and support.
To work as an assistant or co-worker in therapeutic activities and / or group work with the support and guidance of senior staff.
To undertake and accurately document observations and clinical care in line with Trust Policy.
To value diversity and promote equality of opportunity for all and to ensure individuals are treated fairly.
To support the development and implementation of Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
Attend to personal hygiene including bathing, toileting and dressing, promoting quality of life and independence.
Support and assist at mealtimes as required.
To attend education and training sessions specially arranged for the team.
To carry out assigned tasks under the supervision of qualified staff.
To provide guidance to new staff on the induction to the ward and participate in induction and training programmes for staff.
To undertake support to new staff as appropriate, supporting them complete their care certificate.
To demonstrate appropriate de-escalation skills in managing aggression exhibited by service users, subject to achieving agreed training and competency in Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression techniques.
To attend / undertake statutory and mandatory training as required.
Adhere to appropriate Trust and local policies, procedures and guidelines.
NVQ level 3 in Care (or equivalent experience) or a commitment to work towards
Care Certificate or willing to work towards
Experience of working with Children and Young People
Experience of working with people with a learning disability and/or autism
Experience of providing care and support in a community setting and/or residential setting
Experience of working with people with a learning disability to enhance their quality of life
Understanding of positive behavioral support
An awareness of stigma and discrimination of people with learning disabilities
Able to impart knowledge, supervise and direct the work of others under supervision
Willingness to participate in staff induction and training for junior staff
Demonstrate an interest in working with adults and CYP
Ability to work a flexible shift pattern over 7 days, including the rotation of night duty
Use of car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trist footprint in lines with service needs
Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Trusts Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity Policies
Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure
NVQ level 3 in Care (or equivalent experience) or a commitment to work towards
Care Certificate or willing to work towards
Experience of working with Children and Young People
Experience of working with people with a learning disability and/or autism
Experience of providing care and support in a community setting and/or residential setting
Experience of working with people with a learning disability to enhance their quality of life
Understanding of positive behavioral support
An awareness of stigma and discrimination of people with learning disabilities
Able to impart knowledge, supervise and direct the work of others under supervision
Willingness to participate in staff induction and training for junior staff
Demonstrate an interest in working with adults and CYP
Ability to work a flexible shift pattern over 7 days, including the rotation of night duty
Use of car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trist footprint in lines with service needs
Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Trusts Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity Policies
Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement..
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement..
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