About the Role
Helping others improve and turn their lives around is what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for a confident Healthcare Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working 38.5 hours a week (11‑hour shifts) in an Acute ward with female service users over the age of 18 at Cygnet Hospital Harrogate. This is a long‑established mental health hospital that provides an emergency admissions service across two acute wards. The service has a full Multidisciplinary team (MDT) including consultant psychiatrists, doctors, a therapy team including group and activities coordinators and nursing therapists. There are a range of therapies available and all service users can access a minimum of 25 hours therapy a week. There is a comprehensive programme of both group and individual therapies. Our team works closely and collaboratively with service users, their families and the referrer to provide a seamless pathway from referral to discharge. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Responsibilities
- Support both management and team members in the day‑to‑day running of the service
- Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
- Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
- Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
- Learn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
- Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
- Safeguard
- Maintain a safe & clean environment for all
Why Cygnet?
- Starting pay rate at £13.15 perhr, £13.45 perhr post6months probation and then £13.70 perhr at 18months.
- Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
- Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
- Regular coaching & appraisal
- Expert supervision & peer support
- Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
Qualifications and Requirements
- You are genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives
- An excellent communicator & a good team player
- Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
- Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence
- Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high‑quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply.
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