Nighttime Youth Crisis Support & Safety Advocate

Paragon Social Care; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist children's care provider is seeking a Crisis Support Worker for Young People in Stevenage. This role involves ensuring safety, engaging with young people emotionally, assisting with personal care, and participating in activities. Candidates should have empathy, patience, and flexibility. The position includes competitive salaries, a casual dress code, and various employee benefits. Training is provided, and a DBS check is mandatory.

Benefits

Casual dress code

Company pension

Referral programme

Competitive salaries

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Flexibility in your working schedule.
• A valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• A clear DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Keep the young person safe.
• Build trust and engage in conversations.
• Assist with personal care.
• Organise and participate in activities.
• Transport to appointments and schools.
• Prepare meals and support nutritional needs.
• Maintain cleanliness in the living space.
• Attend staff meetings and training.

Skills

Empathy and understanding

Patience and resilience

Engaging personality

Communication skills

Professionalism

Adaptability

Job description

A specialist children's care provider is seeking a Crisis Support Worker for Young People in Stevenage. This role involves ensuring safety, engaging with young people emotionally, assisting with personal care, and participating in activities. Candidates should have empathy, patience, and flexibility. The position includes competitive salaries, a casual dress code, and various employee benefits. Training is provided, and a DBS check is mandatory.