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Specialist Support Workers Needed in Portsmouth! Make a Real Difference! Join our dedicated, trauma-informed teams and become a vital part of a service that provides holistic, 24/7 care and support to vulnerable children and young people.
Job Responsibility:
Keeping young people safe and engaging them in independent living skills
Facilitating access to community activities and appointments
Collaborating with other social care professionals
Supporting young people facing challenges such as severe mental health issues, self-harm, challenging behaviour's, learning disabilities, offending behavioures, and those on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLs) Orders
Requirements:
Proven experience supporting children and young people in a residential setting
Confidence in using de-escalation techniques to manage heightened behaviors calmly
Ability to make prompt decisions and take action in challenging situations
Understanding of detailed and accurate daily record keeping and incident reporting
Flexibility to work in various settings across the Portsmouth area
Driver's license (with business insurance) is highly desired
Reliable, resilient, and observant nature
Commitment to provide continuous support
Ability to provide accurate reporting information while on shift
Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures
Nice to have:
Creative approach to engaging and establishing trust with children and young people
Calmness during crisis situations (aggression, self-harm, destructive behaviors)
Confidence in your experience to support daily decision-making
Understanding of how trauma, previous experiences, and diagnoses impact behavior
Non-judgmental attitude, keeping an open mind even in challenging situations
Resilience to continue supporting through stressful situations and to keep trying new ways to engage
Observant nature, with the ability to share insights through reports and meetings