Support Worker
3 days ago
Before applying for this role, find out what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed below.
Douglas House is proud to be a CQC-rated outstanding service, one of only 6% of the highest-rated mental health services in the UK, and part of Turning–Point, a leading Health and Social Care Organisation and a Registered Charity. We are located in a community setting near Didsbury Village, Manchester, with great transport links.
We care for 12 male and female service users who experience severe and enduring mental health issues, offering therapeutic packages of mental health rehabilitation to those who are both informal and detained under the Mental Health Act.
Role ResponsibilityYou will work alongside a full and varied multi-disciplinary team consisting of consultant psychiatrists, doctors, mental health nurses, art therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, support workers, project workers, and peer support workers. You will develop therapeutic relationships with service users and help them to develop appropriate coping strategies and skills for independent living.
Douglas House is a unique environment that gets great results for its service users, and has a friendly, caring, and inclusive team.
We operate a self-rostering system, which means we can work around you and your commitments.
The Ideal CandidateHealth and social care experience or qualification would be desirable, but we can support you to gain further qualifications while in post if you are the right person for the job. You must be an excellent communicator, enthusiastic about giving good care, and possess good people skills.
About UsWhy Turning Point?
We are a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England. We take real pride in the services we offer, and our people are connected by shared values, including 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, investing 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. If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to supporting others to fulfill 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, so whether it's a culture that supports recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career, we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package, which 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
31 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. 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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