Support Worker

Cygnet Health Care ,
Darlington, Durham

Overview

Job Description

Care and Support Worker We are looking for a confident Care & Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 42hours a week (12 hour shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Victoria House. Cygnet Victoria House is a 22 bed mental health inpatient service for men. The service, split across two wards, provides a safe and stabilising environment for men who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day. ----- Your day-to-day... * Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care * Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support * Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way * Assist with medical & welfare needs * Report on medical & welfare needs as required * Safeguard * Maintain a safe, clean environment for all Why Cygnet? We'll offer you... * An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme * Expert supervision & support * Employee referral scheme * Enhanced maternity * Free Health Cash plan * 24 hours free GP support line * Free life assurance cover * Free eye tests * Car lease discounts * Discounted gym membership * Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover * Pension scheme * Employee NHS - discount savings & "Cycle to Work" scheme * Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks You are... * Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives * An excellent communicator & a good team player * Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment * Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the link to apply. Employment Type: FULL_TIME