Job Title: Childrens Crisis Support Worker
Part-time, Shift Work Available (Including Nights & Weekends)
Are you a compassionate, resilient individual who thrives in challenging situations? Do you have the ability to support vulnerable children and young people in moments of crisis? If so, we are looking for a Childrens Crisis Support Worker to join our team, providing vital care and stability in a variety of settings.
About Us:
Prospero Health & Social Care are committed to providing high-quality care, tailored to the complex needs of children and families.
The Role:
As a Childrens Crisis Support Worker, you will be responsible for supporting children and young people in crisis. You will provide emotional and practical support, ensuring their immediate safety and well-being while helping them to achieve their goals while adopting positive coping strategies.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing care and supervision in a residential and community setting
- Building trust with children through a range of therapeutic approaches and support strategies
- Managing complex behaviours while maintaining a calm, supportive atmosphere.
- Assisting with daily routines, including meals, and recreational activities.
- Working alongside social workers and other professionals to assess and respond to the needs of each young person.
- Conducting regular Key work sessions with the young person
- Supporting children and their families
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing emotional support and a listening ear to children during times of crisis.
- Maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
- Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner.
- Completing detailed, accurate records of incidents, behaviour, and progress.
- Collaborating with the wider care team to ensure the childs needs are met.
- Adhering to safeguarding policies and ensuring the childs safety is always the top priority.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 1 years UK experience working with vulnerable children and young people within a residential setting or similar
- Must be able to provide 3 years professional references
- Must have an Enhanced Adult & Child DBS registered on the update service or be willing to process a new one with Prospero
- A calm, empathetic, and patient approach, even under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage emotionally charged situations and provide support in a crisis.
- Flexibility to work on a shift basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit a copy of an up to date CV to bluebelle.hawker @prosperohealthandsocial.com
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