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Support Worker - Mental Health
Job Description
Are you passionate about supporting people with learning dissabilities and mental health issues to help them lead a normal life?
Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to make a difference in the lives of these people?
Retain Healthcare, Gloucetsreshire are urgently seeking experienced mental health support workers.
Retain Healthcare are actively seeking experienced Support Workers to work within a number of sites for a local mental health service.The service is a bespoke specialist service, providing care and support for people with Learning Dissabilites, Autism, ABI, Sensory Loss, Mental Health Conditions, Phisical Dissabilities and Behaviours that Challenge.
Pay rates are from £11 per hour (with holiday pay accrued separately) and no Umbrella, so no hidden charges.
Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:
- Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
- FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
- Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
- Free extensive training
- Free DBS
- 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
- Fast track registration available
- Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
- Access to ongoing personal development
- Recommend a friend bonus scheme
- Regulated by CQC
- Retain Rewards
- EAP - Employee assistance programme
- Free uniform (Where applicable)
Location:
You will be working in a variety of residential settings in and around Cheltenham and Gloucester.
Your duties will be enabling life skills, engaging the community, assiting with domestic duties, some persnal care and medication administring.
Requirements for this role:
- Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting, preferably mental health
- A current PBM/PBS certicate would be advantageous but not essential.
- You will be required to complete a criminal records check (DBS)
- We will require 3 employment references
- Right to work in the UK
- Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of right to work in the UK
*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*
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Support Worker
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Support Worker - Supported Living
Location: Cheltenham and surrounding area
Salary: from £12.30 per hour
Retain Healthcare is a fast-growing provider of supported living services in Cheltenham and surrounding area.
We are dedicated to empowering individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities and/ or Mental Health needs and complex behaviors, to live fulfilling and independent lives. We offer a range of personalised support services, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Do you want to be part of a growing and well respected provider , you have a passion for making a difference in other’s lives and you enjoy spending time with people?
Be part of a welcoming, professional and supportive team and see where your journey could lead.
Key Responsibilities:- Providing personalised support to individuals, ensuring their well-being and safety.
- Assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication management.
- Supporting individuals in developing and maintaining social relationships and participating in community activities.
- Promoting independence and self-advocacy skills.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of support provided via Digital Care Planning.
- Working collaboratively with other professionals involved in the individual's care, such as family members, healthcare providers, and social workers.
Skills and Qualifications:- Experience working with individuals with disabilities, preferably in a supported living setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
- A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle essential.
- PMVA qualification or experience in caregiving or social work are desirable but not essential as all training will be given
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A supportive and friendly work environment.
- The chance to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
- Refer a friend bonus of up to £250!
- Paid training.
Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check. -
Support Worker - Cheltenham
Retain Healthcare, Gloucestershire are currently recruiting support workers to work within specialist residential and supported living service on the outskirts of Cheltenham for ongoing shifts and ad hic work. You will be working alongside one of the country's leading specialist further education, training, personal development and residential services for people with physical and learning disabilities and acquired brain injuries.
Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:- Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
- FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
- Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
- Free extensive training
- DBS Rebate Reimbursement
- 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
- Fast track registration available
- Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
- Access to ongoing personal development
- Recommend a friend bonus scheme
- EAP - Employee assistance programme
- Free uniform (Where applicable)
The services are situated in the Ullenwood area of Cheltenham where they support children and young people with complex disabilities, helping them live a life as independently as possible. You will be working along a team of professionals providing personalised care to help residents enjoy many their interests such as Art, Craft, music, fashion and sport.
Your duties will be assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication and healthcare appointments along with accessing the local community and maintaining relations with family and friends. Additional activities may include:
- Trips to pubs and restaurants
- Music and discos
- Cinema and watching movies in the house
- Gaming
- Walking/exercise and some sport
- Art and craft sessions
- And whatever the residents personal hobby may be.
Requirements for this role:
- Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting
- Experience complex care and LD an advantage but not essential
- Right to work in the UK
- Due to location, Driving Licence and own vehicle preferred but not essential.
- Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of ID
*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*
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Support Worker
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Do you thrive in supporting young people with complex needs?
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Support Worker to join our team in Gloucestershire. You'll play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to young people with Learning Disabilities (LD), Autism, and challenging behaviours within a residential setting.
About You:- Must hold a valid UK driving license and be willing to travel.
- A minimum of 6 months of paid experience working with young people in a residential care setting.
- Proven experience supporting individuals with LD/Autism and challenging behaviours.
- PBS/PBM Training and demonstrable experience applying these frameworks.
- Experience observing and responding to self-injury.
- Comfortable working in 2:1 staffing ratios.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with young people.
- Ability to de-escalate conflict situations and manage challenging behaviours effectively.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to person-cantered care.
- A proactive approach, with the ability to manage a workload and contribute to the smooth operation of the unit/home.
What We Offer:- 24 hour support advice and guidance
- Employee assistance program
- Full time Mental Health First Aiders who are there for you when you need them
- Having your own dedicated coordinator who will ensure you have the work you want and that you have everything you need to be successful in your role
- Working for a Company that strives to do things better or differently
- Local training and your own career development pathway endorsed by Skills for care. City and Guilds
- FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
- Guaranteed Hours available
- FREE uniform, training and DBS rebate reimbursement
- Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
- Paid Holidays
- Access to blue light card
- Weekly pay
- Easy online application
- Shift booking app
- Retain Rewards - local discounts
- Recommend a friend bonus of up to £250 per introduction
If you're a dedicated and skilled Support Worker who thrives in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply!
Please note that applications without a valid UK driving license will not be considered.
Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.