Youth Support Worker

Paragon Social Care; Consett; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Paragon Social Care as a Crisis Support Worker for Young People, where you'll create a nurturing environment for vulnerable children. Your role will involve ensuring their safety, assisting with personal care, and organizing activities while engaging emotionally. We offer competitive pay, continuous training, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Continuous training and development opportunities

Clear paths for career advancement

Flexible working arrangements

Employee of the Month recognition

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Flexibility in working schedule
• A valid driving license and own vehicle
• A clear DBS check
• Full Right to Work status in the UK

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety of the young person
• Building trust and engaging in meaningful conversations
• Assisting with personal care
• Organizing recreational activities
• Transporting the young person to appointments

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication skills

Professionalism

Adaptability

Job description

At Paragon Social Care, our mission is to support vulnerable and challenging children and young people who are in the care of the council, especially those transitioning between longer-term placements. In these crucial moments, we provide wrap-around, 24/7 support packages tailored to each individual, maintaining a staffing ratio from 1:1 up to 6:1 based on the young person's unique needs.

Your role as a Crisis Support Worker for Young People will involve not only ensuring their safety but also engaging with them on an emotional level to foster a supportive environment. You'll be responsible for:

• Keeping the young person safe
• Building trust and engaging in meaningful conversations
• Assisting with personal care
• Organizing and participating in recreational activities
• Transporting the young person to appointments, school, and other essential meetings
• Preparing meals and supporting nutritional needs
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the living space
• Attending staff meetings and training sessions

We are seeking passionate individuals who may have experience working with challenging young people, but we also welcome those looking to enter this rewarding field. Paragon Social Care provides all necessary training free of charge.

You will need to possess the following:

• Flexibility in your working schedule
• A valid driving license and access to your own vehicle, with a willingness to obtain Motor Vehicle Business Insurance
• A clear DBS check
• Full Right to Work status in the UK

At Paragon Social Care, we prioritize the Safeguarding of Children and strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for every child. Our approach is guided by Trauma-Informed Care and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles.

The ideal candidate will have qualities such as:

• Empathy and understanding
• Patience and resilience
• An engaging personality and communication skills
• Professionalism and dedication
• Adaptability to changing situations

If you embody these qualities, we would love to hear from you!

Competitive rate of pay- £17.50 to £28 per hour depending on type of shift!

Training & Development

We provide continuous training and development opportunities for our team of support workers which helps them acquire new knowledge and become more effective in their roles.

Career Advancement

We provide clear paths for career advancement to help motivate our support workers to perform at their best at all times.

Work-Life Balance

We actively encourage practices that promote flexible working arrangements, time off, and a supportive work environment.

Recognition & Rewards

We recognise and reward our support workers for their hard work and achievements. This is reflected in our Employee of the Month scheme which boosts morale and motivation.

Employee Benefits & Compensation

We provide competitive salaries and bonuses which are crucial for attracting and retaining the best support workers to the organisation.

Health & Wellness

Promoting employee well-being through wellness programs can lead to increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. These programs can include fitness classes, mental health support, and stress management resources.