We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join us at Cygnet.
You'll be working 42 hours a week, from 8am to 8pm, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Warrington Road, one of our Supported Living Services based in Wigan.
***The successful candidate MUST be able to speak Punjabi and/or Urdu due to the communication needs of a potential placement***
We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and behaviors that challenge. Individuals are supported to hold their own tenancy agreement with a registered housing association. Some individuals may have previously been detained within a hospital setting and are now ready for a step-down placement within their local community.
Your day-to-day
1. Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
2. Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
3. Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
4. Assist with medical & welfare needs
5. Report on medical & welfare needs as required
6. Safeguard
7. Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
* 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
* Recruitment referrals
You are
* Able to speak and understand Punjabi and/or Urdu
* 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.
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