Bank Outreach Support Workers
Here at SignHealth we are currently recruiting for people to join our Bank team (Nil hours) in taking on the exciting challenge of providing high quality health and social care support to Deaf individuals, many of whom who have mental health conditions.
- Closing date for applications: 3 March 2022
- Contact phone: —
- Contact email: ksanders@signhealth.org.uk
Do you have the ability to communicate in British Sign Language?
Do you have knowledge of the deaf community and mental health issues?
Do you have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or the care certificate?
We are looking for independent, dynamic, compassionate and hardworking individuals who are able to support individuals who are living in our community to help them become as independent as possible.
To apply, please contact Ken Sanders at ksanders@signhealth.org.uk with your CV and Supporting Statement.
For this post, the below checks will be carried out prior to employment:
Enhanced DBS Checks
Satisfactory reference checks: receipt of employment references which cover the last 5 years.
Evidence of Covid-19 Vaccination’s (Both doses)
Evidence of Right to work in the UK
As an Outreach Worker you will undertake a range of tasks which include working closely with our clients developing supportive relationships, supporting clients in independent skills, emotional support, developing personalised plans and ensuring a professional service is maintained.
You will liaise with statutory authorities to fully access new referrals and review, social workers and other professionals. The work you will carry out is interesting, challenging and rewarding.
Due to the nature of this position you will need to have a minimum of level 2 British Sign Language, understand the importance of sensitive data and storing data in line with GDPR regulations, care regulations and the CQC.
If you have knowledge of safeguarding, working with young people, adults at risk or adults in crisis under your belt this would be helpful too– but not essential.
Why choose SignHealth?
Benefits! We will work alongside you during your career with SignHealth to maximise your full potential with Training and Development to help you become the best you!
Working with your Line Manager you will receive an in depth induction to give you great insight into our charity and what we do.
Join our learning pathway with BSL, we offer paid Training and Development to further your BSL knowledge!
Wellbeing is the heart of everything we do! It’s not just about our clients, it’s about you too.
Being a SignHealth employee you will also receive:
Flexibility of working
Competitive rate of pay
Free of Charge DBS Certificate
A generous defined contribution pension scheme, we pay 6% after successfully passing probation
PAID Care Certificate
Eye Care Vouchers
Let’s get you onboard to start your SignHealth Journey!
We positively encourage applications from Deaf people and we will support all applicants along the journey of our recruitment process.
More information:
https://signhealth.org.uk/jobs/bank-outreach-support-worker-london/