Youth Support Worker

4 days ago

Ferryhill, United Kingdom Paragon Social Care Full time

**At Paragon Social Care, our mission is to support vulnerable and challenging children and young people who are in the care of the council, especially those transitioning between longer-term placements. In these crucial moments, we provide wrap-around, 24/7 support packages tailored to each individual, maintaining a staffing ratio from 1:1 up to 6:1 based on the young person's unique needs.**

**Your role as a Crisis Support Worker for Young People will involve not only ensuring their safety but also engaging with them on an emotional level to foster a supportive environment. You'll be responsible for**:

- **Keeping the young person safe**:

- **Building trust and engaging in meaningful conversations**:

- **Assisting with personal care**:

- **Organizing and participating in recreational activities**:

- **Transporting the young person to appointments, school, and other essential meetings**:

- **Preparing meals and supporting nutritional needs**:

- **Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the living space**:

- **Attending staff meetings and training sessions**

**We are seeking passionate individuals who may have experience working with challenging young people, but we also welcome those looking to enter this rewarding field. Paragon Social Care provides all necessary training free of charge.**

**Job Type**: 0-hour contract

**Requirements**:
**You will need to possess the following**:

- **Flexibility in your working schedule**:

- **A valid driving license and access to your own vehicle, with a willingness to obtain Motor Vehicle Business Insurance**:

- **A clear DBS check**:

- **Full Right to Work status in the UK**

**At Paragon Social Care, we prioritize the Safeguarding of Children and strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for every child. Our approach is guided by Trauma-Informed Care and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles.**
- **Empathy and understanding**:

- **Patience and resilience**:

- **An engaging personality and communication skills**:

- **Professionalism and dedication**:

- **Adaptability to changing situations**

**If you embody these qualities, we would love to hear from you**

**Competitive rate of pay
- £17.50 to £28 per hour depending on type of shift**

**Benefits**

**Training & Development**

**We provide continuous training and development opportunities for our team of support workers which helps them acquire new knowledge and become more effective in their roles.**

**Career Advancement**

**We provide clear paths for career advancement to help motivate our support workers to perform at their best at all times.**

**Work-Life Balance**

**We actively encourage practices that promote flexible working arrangements, time off, and a supportive work environment.**

**Recognition & Rewards**

**We recognise and reward our support workers for their hard work and achievements. This is reflected in our Employee of the Month scheme which boosts morale and motivation.**

**Employee Benefits & Compensation**

**We provide competitive salaries and bonuses which are crucial for attracting and retaining the best support workers to the organisation.**

**Health & Wellness**

**Promoting employee well-being through wellness programs can lead to increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. These programs can include fitness classes, mental health support, and stress management resources.

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