Support Worker

4 days ago

Wakefield WF RE, United Kingdom Flair Care Solutions Limited Full time

Overview

Flair Care Solutions bridges the gap to independent living for young people aged 16-17 years, providing support, accommodation and life skills, in preparation for the challenges and to help them achieve their goals.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing emotional, social and practical support to young people in supported accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Provide emotional support: Offer guidance to help young people manage their emotions and cope with personal challenges.
  • Promote positive behaviour: Encourage positive behaviour while addressing and challenging unacceptable behaviour.
  • Support Education: Assist young people with their educational needs, including homework help and attending school/college meetings.
  • Develop Life Skills: Teach and support independent living skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, basic home maintenance .
  • Build Relationships : Establish trust and positive relationships with young people to create a supportive environment.
  • Advocate for Young People: Represent young people's interests in meetings and ensure their needs are met.
  • Safeguarding: Ensure safeguarding of young people is your priority. Protect the welfare of young people and ensure you follow policy and procedure to report any acts of abuse or poor practice.
  • Work as Part of a Team: Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals to provide comprehensive support
  • Maintain accurate records of support provided and report any concerns to senior staff members.
  • Uphold the highest standards of health and safety practices within the environment.
  • Maintain Confidentiality: Ensure all information about young people is kept confidential and shared only when necessary for their well-being

Skills

  • Experience in Working with Young People: Previous experience if desirable , training is provided if no previous experience.
  • Empathy and Patience: Ability to understand and support young people's needs.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to address and resolve issues effectively.
  • Communication skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact positively with young people, their families, guardians and other professionals.
  • Flexibility: Adaptability to different situations and needs.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and behaviour management techniques.

Person Specification

Essential

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Able to work under pressure and deal with challenging behaviours
  • Work well with other colleagues and demonstrate respect towards others
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries
  • Able to motivate young people so targets and goals are achieved
  • Experience of report writing and record keeping
  • Comply with all policies and procedures
  • Deal with issues promptly and notify appropriate managers as necessary.
  • Able to work a flexible working pattern including evenings, weekends and/or sleep in duties as and when required
  • Full driving licence

Desirable

  • One years' experience as a support worker/residential care worker and/or transferrable skills from a role of supporting vulnerable adults/children. Examples include teachers, learning support assistants, prison and probation officers.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we support by applying your skills and compassion as a Support Worker.

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

Pay: From £12.30 per hour

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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