Crisis Support Worker

Paragon Social Care; Darlington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company seeks dedicated support workers for flexible 0-hour contracts assisting vulnerable children in critical transitions. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, engaging emotionally, and aiding personal care. The role offers competitive pay, ongoing training, career advancement, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Continuous training and development

Clear paths for career advancement

Flexible work-life balance

Recognition & rewards programs

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• You are a car driver and will obtain Motor Vehicle Insurance.
• Your DBS is clear.
• Full Right to Work status in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Keep the young person safe.
• Engage with the young person on an emotional level.
• Ensure the young person sees to their personal care.

Skills

Flexibility

Engaging personality

Professionalism

Job description

At Paragon Social Care we support vulnerable and challenging children and young people who are looked after by the council, who find themselves between longer term placements. We step in during these critical times of transition and supply wrap around 24/7 packages of support until a more suitable longer-term placement is found. Our support packages start at a staffing ratio of 1:1 up to a maximum of 6:1 depending on the individual needs of each young person.

Your responsibilities:

· Keep the young person safe

· Engage with the young person on an emotional level

· Ensure the young person sees to their personal care

· Take the young person out on activities and fun days out

· Take the young person to meetings, school, appointments etc

· Cooking for the young person

Are you looking for:

· Competitive salaries and bonuses

· Transparent channels of communication and feedback

· Flexible work-life balance with a 0-hour contract

· Continuous training and development

Requirements:

· You are highly flexible in your working life

· You are a car driver and will obtain Motor Vehicle Insurance

· Your DBS is clear

· You have an engaging and warm personality

· You have full Right to Work status to work in the UK

· You are highly professional and dedicated to your work

· If you do not meet the above requirements, your application will not be put through to the next stage

Job Type: 0-hour contract

Apply today with an up-to date CV.

Training & Development

We provide continuous training and development opportunities for our team of support workers which helps them acquire new knowledge and become more effective in their roles.

Career Advancement

We provide clear paths for career advancement to help motivate our support workers to perform at their best at all times.

Work-Life Balance

We actively encourage practices that promote flexible working arrangements, time off, and a supportive work environment.

Recognition & Rewards

We recognise and reward our support workers for their hard work and achievements. This is reflected in our Employee of the Month scheme which boosts morale and motivation.

Employee Benefits & Compensation

We provide competitive salaries and bonuses which are crucial for attracting and retaining the best support workers to the organisation.

Health & Wellness

Promoting employee well-being through wellness programs can lead to increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. These programs can include fitness classes, mental health support, and stress management resources.