Crisis Support Worker
Flexible working hours - Perfect for current agency staff!
At Paragon Social Care, our vision, Excellence Through Understanding, encapsulates our dedication to enhancing the lives of the children and young people we support. Our Mission is one of holistic nurturing and support, providing a safe haven for our young people to thrive. Our skilled and caring staff cater to each individual’s needs, leveraging our Trauma Informed and Positive Behaviour Support frameworks. Our young people remain the heart of all we do, and their wellbeing and success are our primary focus. Our children and young people are the centre of everything we do and safeguarding them is our number one priority.
Our core endeavour is to instil within each young person the values necessary for a flourishing life:

• A culture of healthy choices.
• Self-confidence and self-worth.
• Good physical and emotional health.
• Healthy relationships in all spheres of life.
• A safe environment to explore and reach their full potential.

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Assist and encourage the young person in maintaining their personal care routines.
• Plan and participate in various activities and fun days out to promote social and recreational development.
• Provide transportation for the young person to attend meetings, school, appointments, and other necessary activities.
• Build and maintain a positive and supportive relationship with the young person on an emotional level.
• Prioritize the safety and security of the young person at all times.

In order to apply you must hold a full UK drivers licence, (no provisional / international licences) with access to a vehicle for work, you should have a warm and bubbly personality to engage with children and young people on their level, and you should be flexible in your work life. You must also have full Right to Work in the UK. Ideally you will be experienced in supporting challenging young people, but it is not essential.
If you would like to make a difference to the lives of our young people, please apply now with an up to date CV.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £15.00-£28.00 per hour
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Referral programme

Shift:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Work days:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Weekends only

Application question(s):

• Why do you want to work for Paragon Social Care?
• How far are you willing to travel for work? (miles)

Experience:

• Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• full UK Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person