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We are currently recruiting a Team Leader Support Worker to join our team supporting a young adult with complex Mental Health needs in the LEEDS area. The ideal candidate will be confident working from their own initiative and able to adapt to changing needs. You will play a vital role in supporting a client with complex mental health needs, promoting independence, and facilitating meaningful community engagement. Consistency and reliability are essential.
Job Responsibility:
Hands-on care, supporting the client with their daily routines, encouraging independence in all areas this will be achieved via the management of the rota
Cover shifts as a contingency
Supervise the care team, manage rotas and co-ordinate training based on learning needs
Conduct in-house Induction Training with new starters
Ensure outcomes of appointments are shared with the team and implemented in daily care routines
Write and update Risk Assessments in collaboration with Service Manager
Ensure Risk Assessments are in place for all equipment used by Care Team in collaboration with Service manager
Complete/collate timesheets and communicate with Service Manager and Payroll team
Organise equipment reviews and book maintenance and servicing for all devises, this would include reconciling the client’s finances (money tin) and weekly fire checks as per Policy
Support client's interests while promoting independence, stability, and positive routines
Requirements:
Hands-on experience of supporting individuals with Mental Health
Experience as a Support Worker / Team Leader in a Supported Living Setting or Residential Home
Working in a family/private home
Excellent communication and teaching skills
Strong administrative and organisation skills
Computer literate and accurate record keeping
Understanding and experience of PBS Practice
Able to Lead by example
Time management
Able to stay calm in challenging situations
Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or similar leadership role
Strong experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs (essential)
Highly driven, able to work independently, and confident in decision making
Must be active and energetic, as the client enjoys being out in the community
Experience with auditing processes to a reasonable level
Excellent communication skills and a strong person-centred focus
Mental Health (MUST)
Driving Licence (MUST)
What we offer:
Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 awarded
Pension Enrolment
Standard Sick Pay
Free training
Weekly pay
Paid holiday
Ongoing Training / Coaching throughout your role
Opportunities to progress & develop
Plan to progress within the company and or to upskill you to progress within the care field
Permanent contract
Good rate of pay and further training and development as per your PDA suggests