Support Worker (Day)

Salary: £26,000 per year

Please note, the role is NOT open for overseas visa sponsorship or change of visa to tier 4. This is presently on hold and we will put specific adverts up when these positions are available.

Job title: Support Worker (Day)
Location: Sutton Coldfield
Salary: £26,000 per year
Role: Permanent Contract 22.5 hours per week
Shifts: 7:30am-3pm & 2:30pm-10pm. You must be able to work both shifts & work weekends.

Precious Homes – an award-winning organisation are seeking exceptional people to join our team of support workers. 

We are looking for people who have a passion for improving the lives of individuals experiencing mental distress, complex psychosocial disorders and those diagnosed with a learning disability.

We are passionate about providing high quality support and are dedicated to regularly training staff and encouraging professional development. If you are new to care, or if you have limited mental health experience, full training will be provided.

About the service 

Mulberry Court supported Living, is a unique dual diagnosis service supporting those with mental health needs and learning disabilities.

We adopt a Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) model and follow the Recovery Model. PBS is a process aimed at increasing the quality of life for those we support who may display behaviours of concern. The Recovery Model is a person-centred approach to Mental Health care, working with and lead by the individual, focusing on their strengths and abilities.

All support staff at Mulberry Court have access to he service, you will receive the additional support and training including:

1. Comprehensive training in Positive Behavioural Support & The Recovery Model. PBS increases the quality of life for those we support who display behaviours of concern. The Recovery Model is a person-centred approach to Mental Health care working with, and lead by the individual, focusing on their strengths and abilities. 
2. Face to face workshops for Mental Health Disorders 
3. Regular Team reflective practice sessions.
4. Access to the internal MDT team & on-site PBS Lead
5. Regular contact with the Mental Health Lead 

Support Worker duties:

• Provide hope and inspiration that recovery is possible
• Recognise and promote individual’s strengths and abilities 
• Supporting residents individuals to develop their independence and life skills
• Assisting people to prioritise and achieve their daily goals & daily activities
• Assisting individuals to with the develop their own person- centred plans, including employment, education and other opportunities
• Maintaining care records and develop risk assessments 
• Providing personal care (where needed) 
• Supporting people in undertaking daily activities or development

Support Worker Benefits

• A good working environment with comprehensive training. 
• Excellent career Progression Opportunities – including opportunities to join our Multi-disciplinary team, or fast track in Operational Management. 
• Access to Blue Light Card – Number 1 discount service for the social care sector!
• Company Pension Scheme & 28-day holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Recommend a friend – £250 incentive.
• Employee Assistance Programme focussed on your well-being.

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