About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 30 hours a week (e.g. 5 days per week), of 6 hour shifts at different times to suit service needs may include days/nights and weekends, to help lead activities in the main service and external social hub) at Cygnet Adarna House.
Main duties of the job At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day
About us Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
We are looking for a confident Healthcare Support Worker with a passion for making a difference to others.
Youll be working Part time 30 Hours per week (e.g. 5 days per week), of 6 hour shifts at different times to suit service needs may include days/nights and weekends, to help lead activities in the main service and external social hub) at Cygnet Adarna House, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.
Must have at least 12 months experience in supporting Adults with Autism and Mental Health.
Cygnet Adarna House is our rehabilitation service for men with mental illness and a secondary diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Supporting nine men, we provide a homely and community facing environment for individuals who are preparing for community life, but need further support to move to more independent living.
Your Day-to-Day
Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residentsProvide guidance and encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needs and report as requiredSafeguard Maintain a safe and clean environment for allYou are
Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples livesAn excellent communicator and a good team playerSensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environmentHelping to empower & support service user independence.
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
£13.15 Per HourAn opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship schemeFlexible working with opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work schemeRecruitment referralsWellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advicePlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Cygnet Health Care
Address
West Yorkshire
BD6 3DQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)