Positive Behaviour Support Worker: Empower Independence

Ecruit; Croydon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-funded enhanced DBS check

Relevant training

Job summary

Quo Vadis Trust is seeking a Positive Behaviour Support Worker to assist adults across services in Croydon and South-East London. You will build relationships, understand each person’s history and help set achievable goals, promoting independence.

You’ll work full-time, 35 hours per week, with occasional night shifts per rota. DBS enhanced check funded by the company and relevant training are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health or supportive environment.
• Understanding of mental health, learning disabilities, homelessness and substance misuse.
• Strong written, verbal and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and review individual support plans and SMART goals.
• Welcome new clients and assess risks.
• Help clients understand welfare benefits, housing and services.
• Respond to incidents and behaviours that challenge with de-escalation.
• Maintain client records and prepare reports.
• Carry out room, property and health and safety checks.
• Support clients with daily living and moving between accommodation.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and external agencies.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns promptly.
• Travel between services as required.

Skills

Mental health experience

De-escalation techniques

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Client-management systems

Job description

Quo Vadis Trust is seeking a Positive Behaviour Support Worker to assist adults across services in Croydon and South-East London. You will build relationships, understand each person’s history and help set achievable goals, promoting independence.

You’ll work full-time, 35 hours per week, with occasional night shifts per rota. DBS enhanced check funded by the company and relevant training are provided.