Job Description:
We are looking for communicative, empathic and resilient support workers to provide a happy, therapeutic environment allowing our service users to feel safe, respected and valued. You will make a real difference to the lives of those suffering from mental health issues and struggling with addiction, assisting in enabling them to become as independent as possible.
You will join a friendly, highly skilled and enthusiastic care team at our care home in Stevenage, Winnett Cottage. Located in a residential area of Stevenage, Winnett Cottage is a 10 bed all-male residential home supporting men aged 18 and older with their mental health recovery, aiding them to live as independently as possible within the community and providing a “stepping-stone” to supported living.
Essential skills/responsibilities:
- At least 2 years experience of support worker preferably working with people with mental health illnesses or learning disabilities
- To work as a support worker (sometimes known as a care assistant) for our residents, with the support of senior staff.
- To undertake aspects of care with or without direct supervision, including hosting recreational and activity groups, carrying out personal care, observations and escorting duties, such as general hospital visits.
- To ensure the safety and well-being of our service users, and to always work in a manner that promotes dignity through the adoption of person-centred care principles.
What we offer:
- Up to 28 days annual leave including bank holidays pro rata
- High street discounts via HCPA Academy
- Career progression
- Access to our ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme to earn up to £500
- Pizza evenings
- In-house training and development
- Employee assistance programme