Part-Time Support Worker – Mental Health & Disability Care

Cygnet; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 22,593,000 - 23,626,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Free Health Cash plan

Free GP support line

Free life assurance cover

Free eye tests

Car lease discounts

Discounted gym membership

Mortgage broker and Insurance cover

NHS discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Cygnet Kensington Gardens in Darlington is seeking a female support worker to deliver person-centred care to residents with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviours. The role is 24 hours per week across days, nights and alternate weekends.

You will work shifts from 7am–7pm, 8am–8pm, 9am–9pm and nights 7pm–7am; you’ll be supported by a dedicated team with access to a broad range of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Genuine drive to make a difference in people’s lives.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Sensitive and intuitive with energy to provide a trusting, stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all service users.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical & emotional support.
• Learn about individuals’ needs and provide help in the most appropriate way.
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required.
• Safeguard.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Team player

Empathy

Empower service users

Job description

Cygnet Kensington Gardens in Darlington is seeking a female support worker to deliver person-centred care to residents with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviours. The role is 24 hours per week across days, nights and alternate weekends.

You will work shifts from 7am–7pm, 8am–8pm, 9am–9pm and nights 7pm–7am; you’ll be supported by a dedicated team with access to a broad range of employee benefits.