Residential Practitioner - Autism and Learning Disability

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Young Foundations, Crook, County Durham

, 13 Nov | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Respond to and meet the identified needs of children/young people as outlined in individual care plans and as agreed with the manager.
To work in partnership with young people, their families, social workers and other relevant agencies, in meeting the needs of young people.
To ensure that work with children/young people is in keeping with legislative, procedural and good practice requirements.
To ensure that the safety and welfare of young people is paramount.
To participate in implementing, monitoring and reviewing children/young people's care/health and education plans where appropriate and to contribute in planning meetings and reviews as require.
To understand and be familiar with all relevant legislation guidance policies procedures in relation to safeguarding young people.
To promote the development of a comfortable physical environment, which is conducive to good social care practice and in line with standards and guidance.

An understanding of the developmental needs (physical, emotional, intellectual, social and educational) of young people.
Child Protection issues and procedures. Social Care Services available to young people and their families
Working within a team & Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and understanding.
Ability to motivate self and others to meet time and performance goals.
Ability to deal with emotional stress.
Ability to be flexible.
Good interpersonal skills - relate well to others (young people and staff at all levels).

For some Mowbray could be there forever home; for others, it is about developing their independence, self-confidence, and social skills to enable them to move forward and live a more independent life.
A rewarding career you can be truly proud of
A supportive environment that is committed to helping you flourish and deliver excellent care to the people we support
Competitive pay
Career development and training
Progression Opportunities
Salary Sacrifice
Enhanced maternity package
Enhanced annual leave (Omit from Education adverts)
Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualification (Omit from Education adverts)
Funding towards a Therapeutic Childcare bachelor's degree (Omit from Education adverts)