Youth Crisis Support Worker - Trauma-Informed Stability

Paragon Social Care; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular supervision

Professional development

Casual dress

Referral bonus

Intervention training

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is seeking a Crisis Support Worker to assist a young person aged 11-17 with complex emotional and mental health needs. The role focuses on building trust, providing trauma-informed support, and promoting independence within a long-term solo provision.

We offer 12-hour shifts (days/nights) on a flexible/agency contract in the Peterborough/Cambridgeshire area. The role requires patience, resilience, and strong communication with external professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Qualifications

• Experience within mental health, youth work, social care or psychology settings is advantageous.
• Ability to remain calm and regulate emotions in challenging situations.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living and routines to promote stability and wellbeing.
• Provide therapeutic support and grounding techniques to aid recovery.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and interventions.
• Participate in supervision and ongoing training.
• Transport the young person to appointments or activities as required.
• Collaborate with CAMHS, social workers and emergency services as needed.

Job description

Paragon Social Care is seeking a Crisis Support Worker to assist a young person aged 11-17 with complex emotional and mental health needs. The role focuses on building trust, providing trauma-informed support, and promoting independence within a long-term solo provision.

We offer 12-hour shifts (days/nights) on a flexible/agency contract in the Peterborough/Cambridgeshire area. The role requires patience, resilience, and strong communication with external professionals to ensure coordinated care.