Female Support worker needed in Leeds

Catalyst Care Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking dedicated Female Support Workers in Leeds to provide compassionate care at home for individuals with complex mental health needs. Applicants should have at least one year of experience in healthcare, a valid driving license, and PMVA training. The role offers fair pay, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Fair remuneration

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• One year of previous experience in healthcare settings, focusing on home-based care.
• Driving license is essential for community work and transport.
• PMVA training is required.
• Experience in managing complex health needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobility support, including basic moving and handling.
• Monitor vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse.
• Help with meal preparation and maintaining a clean environment.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Leadership and organizational abilities

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Ability to handle complex situations

Flexibility to work various shifts

Job description

Overview

This post is restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Paragraph 1, due to the care needs of the supported person.

Join Unique Community Services to provide compassionate, high-complex mental health care at home for people with behavior that challenges and personality disorders in York, Leeds, Bradford and Sheffield. We are looking for dedicated Female Support workers to lead the delivery of person-centered mental health services directly in people’s homes, ensuring care is both effective and reflective of our community values.

At Unique Community Services, part of the Catalyst Care Group, we are committed to providing expert complex care that transforms lives. We stand on the pillars of Compassion, Impact, and Community—values that guide our actions and our approach to compassionate care. We are seeking professionals who are passionate about making a significant difference in the lives of others while embodying these core values.

Job Overview

The Support worker is responsible for delivering comprehensive healthcare services directly in people’s homes. This role is crucial in managing complex emotional needs, including behaviour that challenges and personality disorders, ensuring care is both effective and reflective of Unique Community Services’ values.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobility support, including basic moving and handling.
• Monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
• Help with meal preparation, nutrition, hydration, and maintaining a clean environment.
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and, when needed, financial assistance.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate documentation and records.

Qualifications & Experience

• One year of previous experience in healthcare settings, in community or home-based care.
• Experience in managing complex health needs, with a focus on mental health, autism, learning disabilities and working with diverse populations.
• Driving license is essential for community work and transport of the people we support.
• PMVA training is required.
• Experience supporting people with complex health needs.

Candidate traits and competencies

• Exceptional leadership and organizational abilities.
• Genuine desire to make a positive impact on people’s lives, with a commitment to providing the highest level of compassionate care.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle complex interpersonal situations compassionately.
• Deep commitment to providing empathetic and respectful care that aligns with the values of Unique Community Services.
• Empathetic and able to manage under pressure.
• Open to feedback and able to incorporate it positively.
• Friendly, understanding, and capable of addressing issues proactively.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays

What We Offer

• Fair Pay: We offer fair remuneration that reflects the quality and dedication you bring to your role.
• Professional Development: Enhance your skills through access to Care Certificate and specialized training, including PROACT-SCIPr-UK, tailored to support your professional growth.
• Supportive Environment: A workplace that values compassion, community, and impact, encouraging collaboration and continuous learning.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of the families we support.