Outreach and Respite Support Workers - Kendal/Carlisle

Outreach and Respite Support Workers - Kendal/Carlisle

Salary: £27,741 - £28,672

The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.

Hours: 4 posts, each 37 hours per week

Workbase: 2x Sedbergh Drive, Kendal, 2x Blackwell Road, Carlisle

Contracts: Permanent

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference to the lives of children and young people in need?

An exciting opportunity has risen for motivated and hardworking individuals to join our developing and expanding service and teams at Blackwell Road, Carlisle and Sedbergh Drive, Kendal. You will be a part of a team who deliver Edge of Care respite for children and young people who are identified as being on the edge of care, at risk of placement breakdown and are in need of an emergency placement, or on a planned return home.

As an Outreach and Respite Support Worker, you will be responsible for the direct outreach and respite work with young people and their families. The position involves developing a supportive and positive relationship with the young person and their family in order to guide and support the use of behaviour management techniques and organised activities in order to promote self- esteem.

You will advise and guide young people displaying risk-taking behaviours, challenging behaviour, drug and alcohol misuse, neglect issues and violence. We are looking for kind and compassionate people who can introduce and encourage families to set boundaries and develop the strategies of actions and consequences to manage. You will also support and safeguard young people whilst on planned overnight and emergency stays at Blackwell Road.

The right candidates will be upbeat, friendly, and proactive. This role will be challenging, but also incredibly rewarding, and we are looking for people who can manage the emotional demands of the role, as well as challenging behaviour.

This role requires an enhanced DBS check with a Childrens Barred List check. Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children.

Interview information

Closing date: 13 March 2022

Interview date: 21 and 22 March 2022

We are currently operating virtual interviews. This will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.

What we can offer you

Cumbria County Council is a modern, vibrant place to work offering a range of staff benefits, including:

• Excellent training and development offers

• Flexible working opportunities

• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms

• Competitive rates of pay

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Cumbria County Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

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