Residential Practitioner
Young Foundations, Prenton, Wirral
Residential Practitioner
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Young Foundations, Prenton, Wirral
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 13 Jun | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 7e3afca5574c4ae2899e028f40b4ff80
Full Job Description
- Respond to and meet the identified needs of children/young people as outlined in individual care plans and as agreed with the manager.
- To work in partnership with young people, their families, social workers and other relevant agencies, in meeting the needs of young people.
- To ensure that work with children/young people is in keeping with legislative, procedural and good practice requirements.
- To ensure that the safety and welfare of young people is paramount.
- To participate in implementing, monitoring and reviewing children/young people's care/health and education plans where appropriate and to contribute in planning meetings and reviews as require.
- To understand and be familiar with all relevant legislation guidance policies procedures in relation to safeguarding young people.
- To promote the development of a comfortable physical environment, which is conducive to good social care practice and in line with standards and guidance. About Acrefield: Acrefield House offers individual personal living spaces for privacy, dignity, and comfort, with shared communal areas to promote interaction, inclusion, and enjoyment. Located in Birkenhead, Acrefield contains 5 bedrooms, supports young people from the ages of 16 to 25 with very complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities and mental health issues. We provide our young adults either a safe living environment, supporting and empowering independence while encouraging life choices and social and professional aspirations. Benefits of Working for us:
- A rewarding career you can be truly proud of
- A supportive environment that is committed to helping you flourish and deliver excellent care to the people we support
- Competitive pay with pay progression opportunities
- Career development and training
- Internal progression opportunities
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave packages
- Enhanced annual leave
- Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualification
- Employee assistance programme
- Free eye care vouchers
An understanding of the developmental needs (physical, emotional, intellectual, social and educational) of young people. - Child Protection issues and procedures. Social Care Services available to young people and their families
- Working within a team & Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and understanding.
- Ability to motivate self and others to meet time and performance goals.
- Ability to deal with emotional stress.
- Ability to be flexible.
- Good interpersonal skills - relate well to others (young people and staff at all levels).
- Driving License essential.
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