At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in developing life skills and promoting independence.
- Company: Care in Mind, a vibrant and supportive environment for young people.
- Benefits: Full training provided, ongoing support, and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with exciting challenges and a homely atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while enjoying a fun and engaging workplace.
- Qualifications: No previous care experience needed; just bring your compassion and enthusiasm.
The predicted salary is between 29596 - 36172 £ per year.
At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work.
Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills.
You will also update online care records and complete medication administration.
In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.
At our home in Preston you will be working with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnoses including personality disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, those who have difficult relationships with food, and those who use self-harm as a strategy to cope with their emotions.
This role requires patience, resilience, and compassion as you support our young people to navigate various challenges and develop new skills.
When asked what qualities are the most important to them in a staff team, our young people have said they would like caring, honest, understanding, fun, and kind people to come and work with them.
They love to learn new things and have a variety of hobbies and interests that they like to share with the team.
- Theyre also an adventurous bunch who engage in a variety of activities such as
- going to the zoo
- museums
- outdoor sports
- theme parks
- escape rooms to name a few
Our young people are working towards moving on positively from the home into the community and are developing skills that support their independence and autonomy.
As a Support Worker you will be helping them with things such as
- getting back into education
- building their social networks
- using public transport
- volunteering or looking at work opportunities
- administering their own medication
- learning how to cook
- budget
- and manage appointments independently
Every day at Willowhurst is different and brings exciting and engaging challenges, as well as positive and rewarding outcomes.
Florida House is a newly renovated 6-bed service located in Ashton-on-Ribble, the house is large and modern with spacious bedrooms and communal areas which includes a kitchen/dining area, two lounge areas, two bathrooms and one shower room.
The house also has a fairly sized garden which is perfect for summer BBQs and outdoor games.
It is a short drive or bus journey away from Preston Town Centre, there are also various local amenities such as Preston Railway Station; Preston Docklands including a cinema, shopping, food and beverage outlets; as well as local parks.
The home is well cared for and staff and young people work together to make it homlyand welcoming.
Previous care experience is not essentialand full training will be provided.
You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.
The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.
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