Project Worker

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Turning Point Full time
Job Introduction

At Turning Point, we support people across the UK with mental health needs. As a Project worker 2 within mental health, you’ll make a real difference to their lives as you develop the personal, flexible and recovery-focused support plans they need to help turn things around. Passionate about people, you’ll support people in the Supported Housing Service based around Manchester.

The services include a 24-hour supported accommodation, a short-stay transitional service supporting individuals to move from local mental health hospital wards into their own homes, and three properties supporting clients on Individual Budgets (IBs) to live independently in the community.

Role Responsibility

As a Project Worker 2 you will be required to lead, manage and develop the team by:

  • Building a cooperative and collaborative team that is flexible and adaptable to changing requirements
  • Assigning work to team members, monitoring, reviewing and supervising the day-to-day standards of the work.
  • Openly and honestly participating in regular supervision meetings (OPR), agreeing objectives, identifying specific actions and development needs, reflecting on performance
  • Providing effective coaching and mentoring to team members.
  • Actively monitoring and managing attendance and absence, undertaking return to work interviews and implementing absence management procedures as necessary
  • Participating in recruitment and selection of new employees as part of the interview panel.
  • Undertaking Induction of new employees and ensuring that they participate in the Mandatory Training programme as appropriate
  • Undertaking probationary assessments taking appropriate actions in a timely manner.
The Ideal Candidate

You’ll need previous relevant experience of using a person centred approach in a mental health setting, experience of working in mental health setting and a good management experience. You must be capable of prioritising your own workload and using your initiative. As an effective team player, you will possess good communication skills, a flexible approach, a positive attitude and be able to adapt in a changeable environment.

 As a Project worker 2 you will be required to manage your own case load.

NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is desirable or willingness to work towards.

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job – we offer you a career.

What benefits will I receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether it's a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

  • Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future, with a blended approach of self-lead learning, experiential learning or more formal learning opportunities
  • 29 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days (31days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days from September 2024). Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost
  • An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings
  • Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
  • Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
  • Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
  • A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
  • Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
  • Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
  • A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. 

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