Crisis Support Worker

4 weeks ago

Bedford, United Kingdom Paragon Social Care Full time

**Crisis Support Worker**

At Paragon Social Care, we support vulnerable and challenging children and young people under the care of the council, particularly those in between longer-term placements. During these critical transitional periods, we offer comprehensive 24/7 wraparound support packages. The staffing ratio within these packages’ ranges from 1:1 to a maximum of 6:1, tailored to the individual needs of each young person. Our top priority is **safeguarding **children, and we are committed to establishing a secure and nurturing environment, so each young person can flourish. Our support is grounded in the Trauma-Informed and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) frameworks.

Our support packages are available **nationwide**, requiring staff to be **flexible** with travel. This position is ideal for individuals without significant commitments at home.

We are seeking **Crisis Support Workers**, for **0 hour contracts**, with prior experience in working with challenging children and young people. For those lacking previous experience but embodying the desired qualities, we encourage you to apply. We also provide all relevant training free of charge.

Your **responsibilities** will encompass:

- Ensuring the safety of the young person
- Establishing emotional engagement with the young person
- Assisting the young person with personal care
- Planning and participating in activities and outings
- Transporting the young person to meetings, school, appointments, etc.
- Preparing meals for the young person
- Maintaining cleanliness and order in the home
- Attendance at staff meetings

To qualify, you **must** have:

- **Flexibility** in your work schedule
- A **full UK driver's license**, access to your own vehicle, and the ability to secure Business Insurance
- A clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Full Right to Work status in the UK

If **you** possess the following qualities:

- Understanding
- Patience
- An engaging personality that resonates with young people
- Professionalism and Dedication
- Adaptability

Then we would **love** to hear from **you**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Full-time

**Salary**: £15.00-£28.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Flexitime

Day range:

- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday

Shift:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift

Application question(s):

- How far are you willing to travel? (miles)

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Bedford (required)

Work Location: In person

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