Childrens Mental Health Waking Night Practitioner

Young Foundations Limited; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Foundations Limited recrute un Waking Night Residential Practitioner pour soutenir les jeunes âgés de 11 à 18 ans avec des besoins divers. Le poste à Valley House nécessite des compétences en travail d'équipe et une connaissance approfondie des procédures de protection de l'enfance. Un environnement de soutien et des opportunités de développement professionnel sont offerts.

Benefits

Opportunités de développement professionnel

Formation financée

Congés supplémentaires

Programme d'assistance aux employés

Vouchers de santé pour les yeux

Qualifications

• Compréhension des besoins développementaux des jeunes.
• Connaissance des procédures de protection de l'enfance.
• Capacité à travailler sous pression émotionnelle.

Responsibilities

• Répondre aux besoins identifiés des jeunes selon les plans de soins.
• Collaborer avec les familles et les travailleurs sociaux.
• Assurer la sécurité et le bien-être des jeunes.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Motivational skills

Job description

Job Title: Waking Night Residential Practitioner

• Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Salary: £26,728.00 – £28,100.80 per annum (Dependent on Experience)
• Location: Valley House, Nuneaton Road, Fillongley, Warwickshire, CV7 8DL
• Hours: 40 hours per week

Requirements:

• Understanding of the developmental needs (physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and educational) of young people.
• Knowledge of Child Protection procedures and social care services available to young people and their families.
• Ability to work within a team, demonstrating sensitivity and understanding.
• Motivational skills to meet time and performance goals.
• Ability to handle emotional stress.
• Flexibility in work approach.
• Good interpersonal skills to relate well to young people and staff at all levels.

Role Responsibilities:

• Respond to and meet the identified needs of children/young people as per individual care plans and in consultation with the manager.
• Work collaboratively with young people, families, social workers, and relevant agencies to meet young people's needs.
• Ensure all work complies with legislative, procedural, and good practice standards.
• Prioritize the safety and welfare of young people.
• Participate in implementing, monitoring, and reviewing care/health and education plans, and contribute to planning meetings and reviews.
• Maintain familiarity with legislation, guidance, policies, and procedures related to safeguarding young people.
• Promote a physical environment conducive to good social care practice, aligned with standards and guidance.

About Valley House:

Valley House provides a social care model with direct access to multidisciplinary health services. Located near Coventry, it has 6 bedrooms supporting children and young people aged 11 to 18 with needs such as learning disabilities and mental health issues. The facility offers a secure, stable, and enriching environment designed for safety, stability, and development.

Benefits of Working with Us:

• A rewarding career with opportunities for growth
• A supportive environment committed to your professional development
• Competitive pay with progression opportunities
• Training and career development
• Internal promotion opportunities
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
• Additional annual leave
• Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualifications
• Employee assistance program
• Free eye care vouchers

If this role interests you, please apply now!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to undergo checks in line with our safeguarding policies, including an Enhanced DBS check, references, right to work verification, and other necessary checks.

Valley House supports children and young people with complex mental health needs, many of whom may have required hospital stays or been difficult to place elsewhere. Our approach emphasizes relationship-based practice within a therapeutic environment, supported by our Consultant Psychiatrist and in-house Clinical Psychologist.