Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford
Childrens Crisis Support
Job Location
Kent, United Kingdom
Job Description
Job Title: Childrens Crisis Support Worker
Hours: Full-time, Part-time, Shift Work Available (Including Nights & Weekends)
Are you a compassionate, resilient individual who thrives in challenging situations? Do you have the ability to support vulnerable children and young people in moments of crisis? If so, we are looking for a Childrens Crisis Support Worker to join our team, providing vital care and stability in a variety of settings.
About Us:
Prospero Health & Social Care are committed to providing high-quality care, tailored to the complex needs of children and families.
The Role:
As a Childrens Crisis Support Worker, you will be responsible for supporting children and young people in crisis. You will provide emotional and practical support, ensuring their immediate safety and well-being while helping them to achieve their goals while adopting positive coping strategies.
Responsibilities include:
· Providing care and supervision in a residential and community setting
· Building trust with children through a range of therapeutic approaches and support strategies
· Managing complex behaviours while maintaining a calm, supportive atmosphere.
· Assisting with daily routines, including meals, and recreational activities.
· Working alongside social workers and other professionals to assess and respond to the needs of each young person.
· Conducting regular Key work sessions with the young person
· Supporting children and their families
Key Responsibilities:
· Providing emotional support and a listening ear to children during times of crisis.
· Maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
· Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner.
· Completing detailed, accurate records of incidents, behaviour, and progress.
· Collaborating with the wider care team to ensure the childs needs are met.
· Adhering to safeguarding policies and ensuring the childs safety is always the top priority.
Requirements:
· A minimum of 1 years UK experience working with vulnerable children and young people within a residential setting or similar
· Must be able to provide 3 years professional references
· Must have an Enhanced Adult & Child DBS registered on the update service or be willing to process a new one with Prospero
· A calm, empathetic, and patient approach, even under pressure.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to manage emotionally charged situations and provide support in a crisis.
· Flexibility to work on a shift basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
· A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit a copy of an up to date CV to bluebelle.hawker @(url removed)
Be a lifeline to children in need - join us and make a difference in their most vulnerable
INDLDNHSC
Location: Kent, GB
Posted Date: 11/17/2024
Hours: Full-time, Part-time, Shift Work Available (Including Nights & Weekends)
Are you a compassionate, resilient individual who thrives in challenging situations? Do you have the ability to support vulnerable children and young people in moments of crisis? If so, we are looking for a Childrens Crisis Support Worker to join our team, providing vital care and stability in a variety of settings.
About Us:
Prospero Health & Social Care are committed to providing high-quality care, tailored to the complex needs of children and families.
The Role:
As a Childrens Crisis Support Worker, you will be responsible for supporting children and young people in crisis. You will provide emotional and practical support, ensuring their immediate safety and well-being while helping them to achieve their goals while adopting positive coping strategies.
Responsibilities include:
· Providing care and supervision in a residential and community setting
· Building trust with children through a range of therapeutic approaches and support strategies
· Managing complex behaviours while maintaining a calm, supportive atmosphere.
· Assisting with daily routines, including meals, and recreational activities.
· Working alongside social workers and other professionals to assess and respond to the needs of each young person.
· Conducting regular Key work sessions with the young person
· Supporting children and their families
Key Responsibilities:
· Providing emotional support and a listening ear to children during times of crisis.
· Maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
· Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner.
· Completing detailed, accurate records of incidents, behaviour, and progress.
· Collaborating with the wider care team to ensure the childs needs are met.
· Adhering to safeguarding policies and ensuring the childs safety is always the top priority.
Requirements:
· A minimum of 1 years UK experience working with vulnerable children and young people within a residential setting or similar
· Must be able to provide 3 years professional references
· Must have an Enhanced Adult & Child DBS registered on the update service or be willing to process a new one with Prospero
· A calm, empathetic, and patient approach, even under pressure.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to manage emotionally charged situations and provide support in a crisis.
· Flexibility to work on a shift basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
· A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit a copy of an up to date CV to bluebelle.hawker @(url removed)
Be a lifeline to children in need - join us and make a difference in their most vulnerable
INDLDNHSC
Location: Kent, GB
Posted Date: 11/17/2024
Contact Information
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