Join Our Team as a Weekend Youth Support Worker
We are recruiting 6 Weekend Youth Support Workers to work in Children's Residential Care Homes.
We welcome individuals who may not have the relevant qualifications or experience, as we have a dedicated training department that provides support and training. We believe that some of the best support workers are those with life experience and a desire to work in the care sector.
You will work with young people aged 11 to 21 who are in the care system for various reasons, with diverse needs and behaviors. We seek individuals who are confident, understanding, patient, and skilled in working with these young people to make a positive impact.
This role involves providing guidance, interaction, and support to children and young adults in residential, educational, or independent living settings, aiming to create a safe environment that addresses their intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional needs.
You will support service users throughout the day with tasks such as meal preparation, social activities, family contacts, education, and shopping. Please note, this position does not include personal care.
We are looking for positive role models who are flexible, reliable, and interactive, eager to work in a specialist environment. We provide full accredited training and qualifications, including Team Teach, Child Protection, St Johns Ambulance First Aid, Understanding Sexualised Behaviour, Working with Self Harm, Cyberbullying, and Understanding Autism and ADHD.
Applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check or provide a portable DBS and successfully complete our induction program before placements can begin, unless you are on the new national DBS database.
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