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Form of workThis opportunity is perfect for a person with a passion and commitment to working with young adults who experience varying levels of mental health needs. You will assist in developing the life and skills young people of all genders need as the grow into adulthood. We are looking for someone who is genuinely invested in young person’s lives and advocating for their needs and rights. You will be approachable and adaptable to tailor your approaches to the individual.
Support Workers help young people to:
- Understand their tenancy responsibilities
- Live alongside others and accept the differences in people
- Develop their own awareness and skills
- Reflect on their lives and plan for the future
- Find positive move on in housing and in life
- Improve their relationships
- Achieve their potential
The service is situated in Wythenshawe South Manchester and provides a 24 hour supported service which is consists of 11 flats and a shared house for up to 6 young people. Wythenshawe is connected with good transport links and a range of local amenities close to the service. Bus services and metro links are within a few minutes waking distance.
Experience of providing support to individuals with mental health needs is desirable but not essential. We value a desire and commitment to work alongside young people, promoting positive change in their lives and helping them to achieve their aspirations.
Benefits of working with Creative Support:
- A one-off bonus of £100 upon successful completion of the 4-month probationary period
- Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave
- Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff
- Free employee support programme
- All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out-of-hours teams
- Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and Social Care Diploma
Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures
We can only accept fully completed applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK, we do not accept CV’s as a form of application – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme
We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.
