Children Support Specialist

2 weeks ago

Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom DMD Partners Limited Full time

Job Title: Children Support Specialist

Job Type: Temporary role with potential to move permanent

Job Description:

We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced professionals to provide high-quality care and support to children and young people with mental health challenges and challenging behaviours in a residential setting.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with other staff to create a nurturing and safe environment that promotes emotional, social, and educational development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 and group-based support to children with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviours.
  • Assist in the development of care plans, ensuring individual needs are met in accordance with professional guidelines.
  • Engage in activities to promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being.
  • Foster strong, trusting relationships with children to encourage personal growth and resilience.

Behavioural Management:

  • Present strategies to de-escalate challenging behaviours.
  • Work collaboratively with children to develop coping mechanisms and improve emotional regulation.
  • Manage incidents calmly and safely, ensuring the welfare of all parties involved.

Advocacy and Safeguarding:

  • Act as an advocate for children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
  • Be vigilant in safeguarding, reporting any concerns in line with organisational policies and local safeguarding protocols.
  • Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment at all times.

Daily Living Support:

  • Assist children with daily living tasks such as meal preparation and attending school or appointments.
  • Support young people in developing independence and life skills.

Record-Keeping and Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including incident reports, care plans, and daily logs.

Key Skills and Experience:

  • Experience working with children and young people with mental health issues and/or challenging behaviours.
  • Knowledge of behaviour management techniques, de-escalation strategies, and trauma-informed care.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
  • Ability to work under pressure and respond to challenging situations with patience and professionalism.
  • A solid understanding of safeguarding practices and protocols.

Requirements:

  • Experience in working with multi-disciplinary teams, including mental health and social services.
  • Training in mental health first aid, therapeutic interventions, or crisis management is beneficial.
  • Empathetic, patient, and resilient.
  • Non-judgemental and respectful of diversity.
  • Adaptable and able to respond to the varying needs of children and young people.
  • A team player with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

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