Job Title: Children Support Worker (Mental Health and Challenging Behaviours)
Job Type: Temporary role with potential to move permanent
Job Description:
We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Children Support Workers to join our team. This role involves providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with mental health challenges and challenging behaviours in a residential setting. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with other staff to create a nurturing and safe environment that promotes emotional, social, and educational development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and group-based support to children with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviours.
- Assist in the development of care plans, ensuring individual needs are met in accordance with professional guidelines.
- Engage in activities to promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being.
- Foster strong, trusting relationships with children to encourage personal growth and resilience.
Behavioural Management:
- Present strategies to de-escalate challenging behaviours.
- Work collaboratively with children to develop coping mechanisms and improve emotional regulation.
- Manage incidents calmly and safely, ensuring the welfare of all parties involved.
Advocacy and Safeguarding:
- Act as an advocate for children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
- Be vigilant in safeguarding, reporting any concerns in line with organisational policies and local safeguarding protocols.
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment at all times.
Daily Living Support
- Assist children with daily living tasks such as meal preparation and attending school or appointments.
- Support young people in developing independence and life skills.
Record-Keeping and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including incident reports, care plans, and daily logs.
Key Skills and Experience:
- Experience working with children and young people with mental health issues and/or challenging behaviours.
- Knowledge of behaviour management techniques, de-escalation strategies, and trauma-informed care.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to challenging situations with patience and professionalism.
- A solid understanding of safeguarding practices and protocols.
Requirements:
- Experience in working with multi-disciplinary teams, including mental health and social services.
- Training in mental health first aid, therapeutic interventions, or crisis management is beneficial
- Empathetic, patient, and resilient.
- Non-judgemental and respectful of diversity.
- Adaptable and able to respond to the varying needs of children and young people.
- A team player with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
If you are passionate about helping children and young people, we encourage you to apply. Your compassion and experience can make a lasting difference.