Foster care support worker Work, Jobs in Wakefield, Eng (with Salaries)

Support Worker (mental health, substance misuse, homelessness)
Fortix —Wakefield
- £10.85 - £13.01 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Driving
- Data entry
Quick apply
9d
Senior Residential Child Care Worker
Hopewell childcare —Leeds
- £16 - £17 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Administrative experience
- Experience working with children
Quick apply
Social Care Worker
Diamond Heart Health Care —Wakefield
- £13 - £14 an hour
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Team management
- Mentoring
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8d
Occupational Therapist - Rotational - Fixed term 6 month contract
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust —Wakefield
- £32,073 - £39,043 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
9d
Foster Parent
UK Fostering —Bradford
- £420 - £630 a week
- Full-time
- English
- Driving
- IT
- Store discount
- Work from home
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Children's Residential Care Worker - Zero Hours
Safe Haven Group - Children's Homes —Doncaster
- £13.20 - £13.55 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Experience working with children
- Organisational skills
- In-person
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14d
1:1 support worker
Roop Cottage Residential Care Home —Hemsworth
- Full-time
- Communication skills
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7d
Fostering Support Worker – West Yorkshire
Five Rivers Child Care Ltd —Bradford
- £25,202 - £29,970 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Driving
- Store discount
- Annual leave
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13h
Support Worker (Male)
Community Integrated Care —Wakefield
- £13.12 an hour
- Full-time
- IT
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
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2d
Support Worker
Maimuna Support services —Huddersfield
- £25,420.00 - £37,137.35 a year
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Mentoring
- In-person
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2d
Home Support Worker - South and North Short Term and Urgent Support and Mobile Response
Kirklees Council —Huddersfield
- Call to connect
- HTML
- Paid training
- Annual leave
Patient Access Team Leader
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust —Wakefield
- £28,392 - £31,157 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Annual leave
1d
Residential Support Worker
Hopewell childcare —Leeds
- £13.00 - £14.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Driving
Quick apply
Bank Support Worker
Community Integrated Care —Leeds
- £13.12 an hour
- Day shift
- Driving
- IT
- Flexible schedule
- Referral programme
Quick apply
9d
Deputy Manager - Social Care
Illuminate Care Group —Doncaster
- £34,000 - £38,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Management
- Customer service
- Store discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
Pain management sister/charge nurse
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust —Wakefield
- £39,959 - £48,117 a year
- Part-time
- Patient care
- IT
- Leadership
8d
Bank Support Worker
Active Pathways —Halifax
- £15.07 an hour
- Part-time
- Rehabilitation centre
Quick apply
Specialist in Emergency & Urgent Care (Equivalent to GP with spec int in Emergency & Urgent Care)
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust —Wakefield
- £104,401 - £115,341 a year
- Full-time
- Acute care experience
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Catering Assistant
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust —Wakefield
- £25,272 a year
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Food service experience
- Restaurant
16h
Supervising Social Worker - Doncaster
Five Rivers Child Care Ltd —Doncaster
- £33,755 - £39,547 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Store discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
13h

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Support Worker (mental health, substance misuse, homelessness)

Fortix
Wakefield

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Job details

Full-time
£10.85 - £13.01 an hour
9 days ago

Qualifications

Driving Licence
English
Driving
Data entry
Care plans
Communication skills

Full job description

About Us

Fortix is a leading supported housing scheme empowering vulnerable adults, who have experienced homelessness, addiction, and mental health issues. Our mission is to provide tailored, compassionate support that fosters stability while upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and property management.

We are seeking experienced support workers who have a proven track record in addiction, mental health, homelessness, or criminal justice sectors. If you possess the skills to engage with challenging individuals and are driven to make a substantial impact within the supported housing framework, we invite you to join our team.

Right to Work in the UK
Please note that all applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application and throughout their employment. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), visa transfers, or any other form of immigration sponsorship for this role. Applications from candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be progressed.

Key Responsibilities

Support Workers at Fortix play a critical role in enhancing the independence and well-being of our residents through varied support activities. Responsibilities include:

Encouraging residents to upkeep personal hygiene, and support with developing their personal development, i.e. cleaning, cooking, housework etc.
Facilitating the development of their practical life skills such as budgeting, shopping, and using public transport.
Providing emotional support and stability.
Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
Engaging in proactive communication with residents’ families and other stakeholders.
Keeping the properties organised and clean.
Writing care logs using Log My Care, and accurately documenting/ recording support provided.
Manages incidents and safeguarding issues.
Signposting residents to appropriate referral pathways if they need extra support.
It would be beneficial, but not essential, to have experience of conducting risk assessments and care plans.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

Health and Social Care or relevant qualification.
A good standard of maths and english.
Valid Driving Licence (preferred).
Minimum of one year's experience in the addiction, mental health, or homeless sector.
Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Personal Attributes:

A calm demeanor capable of handling stressful situations.
Emotional resilience and the ability to maintain patience.
A non-judgmental and adaptive approach to diverse client needs.

Additional Requirements:

Proficiency in English.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to perform data entry and draft comprehensive reports for stakeholders and funding bodies.
Staff are required to work at least one weekend every month.

Join Us: At Fortix, you will find a fulfilling career path that offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. We provide a supportive work environment where your skills and dedication will be valued and nurtured. If you are looking for a role where you can implement your caring skills and contribute to our community-centric goals, apply today to become part of our dynamic team.

Pay: £10.85-£13.01 per hour

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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