Youth Care Practitioner

Rossie operates 365 days per year, covering 24 hours per day.Our Youth Care Practitioners are on a rolling rota and cover various shifts patterns.Rota: 37 hours per week (7.30am - 10.45pm) -1 on / 2 off rolling rota.Salary: £26,120 - £41,253 (SCP 17-36) per annum (pro rata for part time hours). Salary placement will be dependent on relevant qualifications.This is an open advert - we will interview on an ongoing basis.Onboarding Requirements:Welcome to Rossie – you will undertake supernumerary shifts, incorporating time with an L&D Coach and allocated Mentor as well as job shadowing/learning. You will also spend time with a Duty Manager learning about fundamental aspects of security, in preparation for utilising secure keys. This will take place over a 5 day period (Monday to Friday) prior to commencing shifts within the Houses.Crisis Aggression Limitation Management (CALM) – required by all employees working directly with our young people, and must be completed within the first 3 months of employment:1 day Induction5 day accreditation: 2 days theory and 3 days physicalThereafter:Re-accreditation x 1 per year commencing 1 year after initial accreditationPractice sessions – minimum of 4 per annum (different options are offered over the course of the year)JOB DESCRIPTION:The primary responsibility is to provide care and support to young people in a safe and nurturing environment by meeting the physical, emotional, social, health and educational needs of young people based on their circumstances.Supporting Young People's Needs:Understand each young person's needs, provide tailored support and assistance with daily living skills, and support their learning, development and wider achievementEstablish safe and containing relationships with young people which allow them to feel cared for and listened toDevelop a good understanding of each young person's history, needs, risk assessments and care plan to tailor support and nurture their strengthsParticipate in creating and implementing risk assessments, and placement plans, ensuring positive risk-taking, which allows young people to become resilientParticipate alongside young people in fun activities, hobbies and interests which supports development in a number of areasMaintain a clean, secure, nurturing and stimulating living environment that promotes positive development through education, play, leisure, and social interactionSafety and Well-being:Uphold safety protocols to prevent incidents, accidents, and injuries. This includes supervising activities, de-escalating conflict, and responding to challenging behavioursPlan and positively engage the young people in a range of various planned stimulating activitiesAdvocacy and Empowerment:Champion the rights of young people according to relevant legislation and Rossie's policies, respecting their privacy, choices, and cultural backgroundsEncourage young people to express themselves, participate in decisions, and take ownership of their livesBuild trusting and supportive relationships with young people whilst acting as a role modelSupporting Growth and Development:Assist the Specialist Intervention Health & Wellbeing team with assessments, intervention work/program development, and supporting young people in practising newly acquired skillsSupport young people's educational attendance and attainment, providing additional support and encouragementCompliance and Professional Practice:Ensure all care provided adheres to Rossie's policies, legislation, and relevant guidanceStay up-to-date on and implement best practices in residential childcare, creating a high-quality care environment through trauma-sensitive and attachment-informed approachesDocumentation, Collaboration and Communication:Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of young people's needs, progress, and incidentsWork effectively with colleagues, families, social workers, healthcare professionals, teachers and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to supporting young peopleMaintain clear and positive communication with colleagues, families, and stakeholders, fostering collaboration for the young people's benefitAdditional Responsibilities:Participate in on-call sleep-in duties on a rota basis, ensuring young people's safety and well-being during the nightActively participate in supervision, training/online training, and other required meetingsComplete necessary inductions and ongoing training to fulfil job duties and achieve/maintain SSSC registration. Completion of all mandatory training commensurate with the requirements of the role and as directed by RossieMaintain a flexible approach to work schedules as directed by the Duty Manager/Care ManagersUndertake any additional duties assigned by the management team that are consistent with the roleAssist with domestic tasks and food preparation as requiredPlease note this job description is to provide a clear and concise statement of the main tasks and activities of the post, and it is not intended as an exhaustive list of every aspect of the post holder's duties. All the above duties will be carried out in line with Rossie policies and procedures.PERSON SPECIFICATION:Knowledge Base (Essential):Understanding of the needs of young peopleAwareness of Employer and Employee Code of Conduct as set down by the SSSCUnderstanding of trauma and child development factors impacting young peopleKnowledge Base (Desirable):Residential childcare provision such as secure accommodationRelevant experience in writing reports, plans and records for young people and external agenciesTrauma-Informed practiceAttachment theoryChildcare legislationGIRFEC and care planningIntervention modelsChild protection protocolsThe Promise – Promise PlanQualifications (Essential):Ability to undertake HNC + SVQ 3 Social CareAbility to undertake training in Behaviour Management/Physical InterventionAbility to undertake induction, continuous professional learning and role-related online trainingQualifications (Desirable):Possess or working towards the HNC in Social Care and/or an SVQ in Care at Level 3 (or Caring for Children and Young People) – you must be able to demonstrate you are working towards these qualificationsSVQ3 – Children and Young PeopleHNC (preferably in Social Care)Other Relevant SSSC Registered AwardLeisure/Recreation Qualifications/AwardsExperience (Essential):Working with young people in a voluntary/employment capacityTeam workingExperience (Desirable):Employment in Youth Work and Child CareResidential childcareAdvocacy and representation on behalf of a young personIntervention with young people and their familiesLiaison/networking with other professionalsNational Practice Model including GIRFECSkills (Essential):Ability to build and sustain appropriate relationships with young people and colleaguesGood interpersonal and motivational skillsPlanning and organisational skillsEmpathy, patience and understandingAbility to cope with challenging situationsGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to keep accurate records and write reportsTime management and ability to work under pressureSkills (Desirable):Leisure/Recreational SkillsRisk Assessment & needs analysisFormulate and implement care plansProfessional Qualities (Essential):Respectful of children, young people, families and colleaguesAbility to support and commit to working as a team, making effective efforts to develop skills and competencies of yourself and othersCapabilities in relation to maintaining/reviewing the safety and welfare of children and young peopleUnderstand the importance of safe care Recognise own areas of responsibility and accountabilityMaintain high standards of service deliveryHave a consistency of approach in work practicePositive role model and self-care skillsPersonal Qualities (Essential):ResilientAbility to work on your initiative whilst taking responsibility for your actionsWork under pressure and remain calmAbility to work on own and as part of a teamAble to effectively manage relationships/boundariesSelf-motivatedDemonstrates can do approachApproachable, inclusive and respectfulCarry out role with credibility and professionalismStructured approach to planning and organising with an ability to prioritiseFlexible and adaptable in dealing with challenging situationsEmotionally self-aware, level headed and aware of the range of emotions in othersPositive Role ModelFull Manual Driving Licence (Essential) #J-18808-Ljbffr