Crisis Support Worker

4 months ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Paragon Social Care Full time

**Crisis Support Worker**

Paragon Social Care are recruiting Crisis Support Workers to work on packages where we provide 24/7 support for vulnerable and challenging children and young people.

**Duties of our support workers would include**:

- Providing the day-to-day trauma informed support set out in the child’s care plan, to meet the child’s day to day needs, promoting their safety and well-being and protecting them from harm - including the cooking of meals, supporting the child / young person to keep their bedroom clean and tidy and ensuring that the home in which the young person lives is clean.
- Promoting healthy lifestyle choices through structure and routine that would be expected within a family home.
- Supporting the child’s engagement with education / training / employment.
- Promoting good relationships with staff, professionals, neighbours and the wider community.
- Facilitating engagement with broader support services and health appointments (where these are specified within the child’s care plan).
- Facilitating access to the community, cultural and leisure activities in line with the child’s interests and aspirations.
- Transporting young people as and when necessary and have relevant business use insurance.
- Promoting ‘Family Time’ contact for children looked after with birth family members where this is specified within the child’s care plan.
- Ensuring that the child views about their care, support, and accommodation (where applicable) are listened to and acted upon where appropriate.
- Adhering to the Philomena Protocol if the child goes missing - including searching for the young person, trying to contact the young person, and known associates however possible. If the young person cannot be located within the agreed allotted period to report this to the Social Worker / Duty Worker or EDT during out of hours.
- Supporting move-on plans and assist with the child’s transition.
- Maintaining a daily logbook / incident book and sharing this with colleagues during staff handover points, shared through an agreed secure method.
- Notifying the Team Manager of all incidents of self-harm, running / missing, substance misuse, damage to the property and violent / abusive behaviour in addition to any other significant risks identified by the Support Worker(s), immediately through the Emergency Duty Teams (out of hours).
- Adhering to all organisational policies relating to Safeguarding, Health and Safety, General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
- Have a clear DBS.
- Have a full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle.
- Have full right to work in the UK (we cannot offer sponsorships)
- Be prepared to obtain vehicle business insurance.
- Have a genuine interest in supporting vulnerable children and young people.
- Have an engaging and charismatic personality.

**Job Type**: Permanent

**Salary**: £15.00-£28.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Referral programme

Shift:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift

Application question(s):

- How far are you willing to travel? (in miles)
- Why do you want to work for Paragon Social Care?

**Experience**:

- Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- full UK Driving Licence (no provisional or international) (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

  • Receptionist - Crisis Engagement and Assessment Service

    1 week ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    About the RoleCrisis is a national charity dedicated to ending homelessness. We are seeking a skilled Receptionist to join our Engagement and Assessment service, providing first-line support to individuals experiencing homelessness.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide a welcoming and encouraging environment for individuals seeking supportExplain and guide people...

  • Receptionist - Crisis Engagement and Assessment Service

    1 week ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    About the RoleCrisis is a national charity dedicated to ending homelessness. We are seeking a skilled Receptionist to join our Engagement and Assessment service, providing first-line support to individuals experiencing homelessness.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide a welcoming and encouraging environment for individuals seeking supportExplain and guide people...

  • Receptionist - Crisis Engagement and Assessment Service

    5 days ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    About the RoleCrisis is seeking a skilled and compassionate Receptionist to join our Engagement and Assessment service. As the first point of contact for individuals experiencing homelessness, you will play a vital role in providing a welcoming and supportive environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide exceptional customer service to individuals experiencing...

  • Receptionist - Crisis Engagement and Assessment Service

    5 days ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    About the RoleCrisis is seeking a skilled and compassionate Receptionist to join our Engagement and Assessment service. As the first point of contact for individuals experiencing homelessness, you will play a vital role in providing a welcoming and supportive environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide exceptional customer service to individuals experiencing...

  • Receptionist - Crisis Engagement and Assessment Service

    4 days ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    About the RoleCrisis is a national charity working to end homelessness. We are seeking a skilled Receptionist to join our Engagement and Assessment service in Newcastle. As the first point of contact, you will provide a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.You will work in a fast-paced and...

  • Receptionist - Crisis Engagement and Assessment Service

    4 days ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    About the RoleCrisis is a national charity working to end homelessness. We are seeking a skilled Receptionist to join our Engagement and Assessment service in Newcastle. As the first point of contact, you will provide a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.You will work in a fast-paced and...

  • Administrator/crisis Worker

    4 months ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Mountain Healthcare Limited Full time

    Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector? How would you like to work for an innovative and market-leading organisation? This is the perfect opportunity for a compassionate person with a desire to help others at the greatest time of need. The role of Administrator/Crisis Worker is critical in providing victims of...

  • Events Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    **About us** Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it. At Crisis Skylight Newcastle we have a dedicated team that have a genuine passion to deliver the values of the organisation with the members at the heart of what we do. It is an exciting and...

  • Volunteer and Involvement Lead

    4 months ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    **About us** Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it. It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have...

  • Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker

    4 months ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Mountain Healthcare Limited Full time

    Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector? How would you like to work for an innovative and market-leading organisation? This is the perfect opportunity for a compassionate person with a desire to help others at their greatest time of need. The role of Crisis Worker is critical in providing victims of sexual...

  • Christmas Warehouse Operative

    1 day ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    About us Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it. Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it....

  • Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker

    3 months ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Mountain Healthcare Limited Full time

    Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector? How would you like to work for an innovative and market-leading organisation? This is the perfect opportunity for a compassionate person with a desire to help others at their greatest time of need. The role of Crisis Worker is critical in providing victims of sexual...

  • Receptionist

    1 week ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis Full time

    Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.  Location: Based onsite in Crisis Newcastle Skylight, City House, City Road, NE1 2AF  Hours: 19 per week  Wed - 10am to 4:30pm Thurs -...

  • Children Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Randstad Care Full time

    Location : Tyne & Wear (Newcastle, Sunderland)Pay rates : £16-£18 per hour.Join our specialist support worker team! Are you an experienced support worker or senior support worker? Have you had experience supporting children or young people in crisis? Are you passionate about supporting the most vulnerable children and young people in our community? Do you...

  • Support Worker

    3 months ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Muve Homecare Full time

    **Job Title: Support Worker** **Job Overview**: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Support Worker with expertise in Management of Actual or Potential Aggression **(MAPA)**, Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression **(PMVA)**, and Restraint Training. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in providing support and care...

  • Support Worker

    4 months ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Tyne Housing Association Full time

    Byker Bridge House has provided housing to some of Newcastle’s most vulnerable people since 1995. Working with Newcastle City Council, we house people experiencing a housing crisis who have nowhere else to go and work hard to ensure that everyone has a chance to “get to a better place”. As a Support Worker you’ll work closely with residents to...

  • Lead Coach for Built for Zero Initiative

    1 month ago

    Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom Crisis UK Full time

    About UsCrisis is the national charity dedicated to addressing homelessness. We believe that homelessness can be eradicated, and through collaboration, we can achieve this goal.Opportunity OverviewThis is a remarkable chance to become part of Crisis' Best Practice team, engaging in a pioneering program known as Built for Zero UK. This initiative focuses on...

  • Support Worker

    4 months ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Orbis Support Full time

    We are a supported living organisation who specialise in providing bespoke packages of support to people with learning disabilities and complex needs who wish to live in the community in their own home. We are looking for support workers to work in the following areas. Newcastle, Hexham, East Denton, Houghton le Spring, Washington, South Shields, Jarrow. We...

  • Children's Support Worker

    2 days ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Paragon Social Care Limited Full time

    Make a Meaningful Difference in the Lives of Vulnerable ChildrenAt Paragon Social Care, we are committed to providing comprehensive support packages during times of crisis, ensuring each child receives the care and stability they need. As a Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting children with challenging behaviours, ensuring...

  • Children's Support Worker

    2 days ago

    Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Paragon Social Care Limited Full time

    Make a Meaningful Difference in the Lives of Vulnerable ChildrenAt Paragon Social Care, we are committed to providing comprehensive support packages during times of crisis, ensuring each child receives the care and stability they need. As a Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting children with challenging behaviours, ensuring...