Female Support Worker
<p>This post is restricted to <strong>Female</strong> applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Paragraph 1, due to the care needs of the supported person.</p> <p>Join Unique Community Services (Catalyst Care Group) for high-complex mental health care at home in York. Deliver person-centered support for behaviours that challenge & personality disorders. Embody our values: Compassion, Impact, Community.</p> <p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide home-based care for complex emotional & mental health needs (shifts: 8 hours, varied patterns).</li><li>Manage mobility, vital signs, nutrition, companionship & medication.</li><li>Ensure reflective, values-driven care in people's homes.</li></ul> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support mobility with basic moving/handling.</li><li>Monitor vitals (BP, temp, pulse); prep meals & maintain hygiene.</li><li>Offer emotional/financial support; document accurately.</li></ul> <p><strong>Required Qualifications & Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>1.5+ years in community/home care, focusing on mental health, autism, learning disabilities & diverse groups.</li><li>Full UK driving licence (essential for transport).</li><li>PMVA training required.</li></ul> <p><strong>Candidate Traits</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong leadership, communication & empathy under pressure.</li><li>Flexible for shifts (nights/weekends/holidays); open to feedback.</li><li>Proactive, friendly & committed to compassionate impact.</li></ul> <p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Fair pay, refer-a-friend bonus & tax relief.</li><li>Free training (Mandatory and Specialist training, PROACT-SCIPr-UK, PMVA); on-shift support & supervisions.</li><li>Flexible shifts, recognition, social events & real-life impact.</li></ul> <p>Apply now to transform lives!</p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p>