Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Do you have the resilience and empathy to support children who have experienced trauma? Randstad is seeking a dedicated Residential Child Support Worker to join our team. We are committed to providing life-changing care for young people and are looking for someone to help us maintain our high standards.
Randstad have been a primary supplier within the social care field for HSCNI for over 20 years and are best placed to find your next career move!
Benefits
- Band 5 competitive pay rate £20.64 (Sunday and Pubic Holidays paid at £25.41)
- Waking nights required
- Convenient to Downpatrick
- Fully funded, ongoing training & development opportunities
- Weekly pay
- Free training provided inclusive of eLearning and face-to-face
- Short and long-term contracts available
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to high street, retail and leisure discounts
Requirements
- A degree, HNC/HND, or NVQ Level 3 in a relevant care-related subject
- 1-3 years of experience working with young people in a residential setting (depending on your qualification).
- NISCC registration
- Must be able to work night shifts
- Candidates will be subject to enhanced vetting / compliance checks including an Enhanced Access NI check due to the nature of this work, this may include a Barred List check for both Children & Vulnerable Adults (depending on the role)
- Up to date Immunisation records to complete a full occupational health review
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective time management and prioritisation skills
- Ability to work in fast paced user-centric environment
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day care and support to young people aged 14-17, helping them work through challenges related to trauma and anxiety.
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with legislation and trust policies.
- Participate in a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with social workers and other professionals to create and implement care plans.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of young people, managing crises and maintaining environmental safety.
- Model best practice and uphold the highest standards of care.
- Support and mentor young people to promote their personal growth and development.
Apply today or give us a call for a more detailed chat about your future careers within HSCNI!
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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