Support Worker, Mental Health

Overview

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 Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working 42 hours a week (Days, Nights and Weekends) at Cygnet Pindar House.

Cygnet Pindar House is our 22 bed Neuropsychiatric care and treatment service for men affected by acquired brain injuries. It is a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease like Huntington’s Disease, a caring and longer term placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms.

At Cygnet, our perks go way 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.

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residents
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals’ specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard residents and maintain a safe and clean environment for all

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives
• An excellent communicator and a good team player
• Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment
• Commitment to empowering and supporting service user independence

• £13.15 per hour
• Opportunity to undertake further learning with our apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching and appraisal
• Expert supervision and peer support
• Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme
• Recruitment referrals
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice

Please note:

successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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