We have an opportunity available for a Fixed Term Psychological Wellbeing Support Worker to join the team at Lyne House based in Warrington, Cheshire WA2 7JB
Salary: £12.75 hourly
Hours: 30 weekly
At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.
Our values of Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready are at the core of everything we do.
Our focus on Kind Hearts is about generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging. We believe that every person deserves to feel like they are a valued and respected.
Tailor making is about nurturing unique relationships to make every day count. We understand that every person’s needs circumstances are different, so we strive to provide customised support and assistance to ensure all those in our care are able to live their best lives.
Dreaming Big is about harnessing imagination to generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step. We believe that anything is possible when we set our minds to it and we are 100% dedicated to helping others believe in themselves too.
Having Courage is about committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places. We believe that our team at Making Space really do make a real change to those we serve and we must be willing to take risks and be bold in our decision making.
Being ready is about responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together. We know too well that life can be unpredictable but by working together and being prepared we can overcome any obstacles.
At Making Space we are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care, we live and breathe our core values and our looking for likeminded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact to those in our community who need us most.
Responsibilities
To assist in the delivery of Making Space aims and objectives to deliver a professional service by providing Mental Health support to those under the Wellbeing First project. The aim will be to improve service users wellbeing and Mental Health in line with contract targets and outcomes.
To provide the agreed level of support to appropriate service users who are referred to by Plus Dane Housing Employees, whilst ensuring that the support provided is of the highest professional and person centred standards. The majority of this support will be computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (cCBT) based on wellbeing and managing low mood and other social stressors.
To maintain accurate and up to date record keeping and reporting, to ensure concerns are reported. Ensure that there is compliance with any statutory requirements, and adoption of best practice principles, for example, the completion of risk assessments, support plans and reviews and escalation of any safeguarding concerns, in consultation with your Manager.
Qualifications
Our main priority for any new colleague is to find people who share similar values and attitudes to our own, however working within a health and social care environment and experience of supporting individuals who are experiencing mental ill health is essential.
Please note, candidates should have a willingness to work towards Level 2 Health and Social Care, as well as a recognised qualification in Psychology or a willingness to work towards.
We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align ours here at Making Space.
Benefits
We are constantly reviewing our benefits packages to ensure our employees are receiving the very best company perks and we are always seeking out further additions.
Our current benefits include:
Wagestream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn,
Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care.
We invest heavily in your career progression; did you know at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion.
Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 40p per mile travel expenses.
We run a colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum
Paid Sick leave
Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer.
We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.