Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker-Birmingham (0 hours)

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in clinical forensic healthcare is seeking an Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker in Birmingham. This role involves providing critical support to victims of sexual assault, assisting with evidence collection, and advocating for patients. Ideal candidates will have compassion and IT skills, and the position offers extensive training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced sickness, maternity, neonatal, and adoption pay schemes

Advanced rota planning for work-life balance

6 weeks annual leave

Pension scheme, bonus scheme, and life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Recognition awards and professional development funding

Qualifications

• Role ideal for compassionate individuals seeking a career in Health & Justice.
• Enhanced DBS and Level 2 Police vetting are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for service users.
• Assist with forensic evidence collection and maintain DNA standards.
• Coordinate with agencies regarding patient care pathways.

Skills

Compassion

IT Skills

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Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker - Birmingham (0 hours), Birmingham

Job Details

Location: The Horizon SARC, Birmingham and additional SARC locations within the West Midlands Region.

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 848632d60cfa

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description

About the Role

This bank role involves providing critical support to victims of sexual assault at the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) in Birmingham and surrounding areas. The position offers a shift retainer of £30.56 (Monday - Friday) and £40.24 (Saturday - Sunday), with an attendance payment of £47.55 per case. Shifts are 8 hours over 24 hours, 365 days a year.

The role is ideal for compassionate individuals seeking a career in the Health & Justice care sector within a growing, innovative service provider. Responsibilities include supporting service users, assisting with forensic evidence collection, maintaining DNA contamination standards, liaising with agencies, and advocating for patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for service users.
• Support service users and their families, including preparation and forensic evidence collection.
• Maintain high standards of DNA contamination prevention.
• Coordinate with other agencies regarding patient care pathways.
• Assist with preparation, support, and advocacy during patient visits.
• Participate actively within the SARC team and wider network.
• Utilize IT skills for administrative tasks.
• Work in a supportive, customer-focused environment with a kind and caring approach.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection standards.
• This role is restricted to female applicants only due to occupational requirements under the Sex Discrimination Act.
• A UK driving license and access to a vehicle are required due to potential travel between locations.
• Enhanced DBS and Level 2 Police vetting are mandatory.

About the Company

Mountain Healthcare is a leader in clinical forensic healthcare in the UK, partnering with NHS England and the police to provide services including SARCs, police custodial healthcare, and secure estate healthcare. The company values kindness and integrity, offering trauma-informed care to improve health outcomes within the criminal justice system.

We provide extensive training and development opportunities, including our Forensic Practitioner Gateway and CPD courses, to ensure our staff are highly qualified and skilled.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Mountain Healthcare promotes an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or personal circumstances.

Company Benefits

• Enhanced sickness, maternity, neonatal, and adoption pay schemes
• Advanced rota planning for work-life balance
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Pension scheme, bonus scheme, and life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Recognition awards and professional development funding