Support Coordinator

Do you have the commitment and positive values to make a difference to the lives of people living in South Manchester? Are you interested in Mental Health and looking for a diverse role which is fun, stimulating and rewarding every day? Creative Support is looking for an experienced, confident and proactive Senior Support Worker to join our friendly small staff team near to Alexandra Park, Manchester. You must be skilled in positive communication and engagement and will be able to demonstrate unconditional regard for the people we support. You will also have skills in the assessment of needs and proactive risk management, so that support planning for individuals demonstrates an active and fulfilling life with an emphasis on a 'can do' approach. This vibrant, multicultural service in the M16 area of Manchester is close to local transport links and amenities. Senior Support Worker Duties: Provide outcome focused support to enable clients to lead fulfilling and valued lives, maintain their tenancies, participate in their local community and much more Effectively meet the needs of our clients and to take additional responsibilities such as rota management, induction of staff and staff supervision Work in a flexible manner which may including working evenings and weekends Participate in our local On Call Administering medication Facilitating Meetings with Service users and Stakeholders. We are looking for candidates from all walks of life, however previous mental health/care experience is essential for this Senior Support Worker role . You will need a passion for providing person-centred care and support to individuals with mental health support needs. We would encourage applications from candidates with knowledge of African and Caribbean culture. Vacancy Reference Number: 93430 Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas. At Creative Support, we are passionate about developing our people. Through our award-winning Creative Academy, we provide high-quality training and career development opportunities to help colleagues reach their full potential, regardless of their starting point or role. As an Investors in People Platinum organisation and an approved centre for nationally recognised qualifications, we are committed to supporting learning, growth and long-term career progression. TPBN1_UKTJ