Support Worker

Cygnet Health Care; Redcar, Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health care is seeking a passionate Support Worker to join their dedicated team. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in care, providing essential support and guidance. You'll be part of a compassionate team that values professional development and offers flexible working arrangements. Enjoy a range of perks that extend beyond traditional benefits, including discounts on shopping and leisure activities. If you're driven to empower others and contribute positively to their well-being, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee Discount Savings

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible Working

Opportunities for Further Learning

Regular Coaching & Appraisal

Expert Supervision & Peer Support

Qualifications

• Driven to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support management and team members in daily service operations.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Emotional Support

Education

Relevant Care Qualifications

Tools

DBS Check

Job description

We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You'll be working 38.5 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Harrogate. This is a long-established mental health hospital that provides an emergency admissions service across two acute wards.

Sanctuary Ward is Cygnet Hospital Harrogate's emergency acute inpatient service for women. The ward can accept service users on an informal basis and also those detained under the Mental Health Act.

Haven Ward is Cygnet Hospital Harrogate's 19 bed acute mental health service for men. The ward can treat service users on an informal basis and also those detained under the Mental Health Act.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.

Your day-to-day

• Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe & clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.