Overview
Location: Horsham, West Sussex
Salary: £12.75 per hour
Service Type: Adult Complex Care Service
Speciality: Mental Health, Autism, Learning Disability
About Active Prospects
Become a Support Worker with Active Prospects. We are an award-winning company, recognised as Employer of the Year at the Learning Disabilities and Autism Awards 2024 and named one of UKs Best Workplaces 2024 by Great Places to Work UK. Our training team has received national and regional awards and is highly regarded by colleagues.
Following our national award, judges described the business as inspirational, with a strong family feel where staff are rewarded, valued and supported to maximise their potential. The business aims high to deliver excellence and help people live aspiring lives.
Role and Responsibilities
* Support four individuals with a wide range of needs, including emotional support, learning new coping mechanisms, and encouraging individuals to express their true selves.
* Provide 1:1 day-time support and some shared day and night support.
* Support independence through empowerment, active support, positive risk-taking and out-of-the-box thinking.
* Work with people who may self-harm, experience anxiety, or display behaviours of concern; support to manage these challenges safely.
What we look for
* Passion for working with people with enduring mental health needs.
* Keen interest in the psychology behind complex behaviours that challenge and willingness to learn Positive Behaviour Support.
* Adaptable, flexible, and mature with the ability to support independence.
Location and Accessibility
Close to public transport with a short walk from the bus stop/train station to the service. We are also currently looking for drivers.
Benefits and Development
* Competitive pay rate of £12.75 per hour with additional pay on some Bank Holidays.
* Enhanced pay when taking maternity/paternity/adoption leave.
* Employee Assistance Programme with free legal support and counselling.
* Support with gaining further qualifications in Social Care (levels 3 and 5) and career progression opportunities.
* Financial rewards for successful recruitment referrals and an inclusive, friendly environment for growth.
* Induction programme with classroom and on-the-job training.
How to apply
Get in touch to find out what flexible working opportunities are currently on offer. Apply today or contact us directly on recruitment@activeprospects.org.uk and our friendly Recruitment Advisors will get back to you.
Please note: all offers are subject to satisfactory completion of our pre-employment compliance standards.
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