Job Introduction

We are looking for a dedicated, passionate and skilled Project Worker 2 to join our established and experienced team at Hazel House. Hazel House is one of three Services we run in our cluster with the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Hazel House is a residential care unit with 10 rooms for residents, extensive areas and a beautiful small park behind the service. Our service users have more profound mental health and physical health issues. We support people to remain more independent and to move to less supported services or to maintain their optimum level of health and independence.

Role Responsibility

You will provide recovery focused support to service users in accordance with their support plans. You will have well-honed skills in positive communication and engagement, and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for service users.

You will have the maturity to work within a positive framework, supporting tenants and managing a small staff team. You will have the ability to deliver services and interventions in a person centered, non-judgmental manner, and will inspire those whom you work with and manage to do the same.

 You will be the first point of contact and will take a lead role in case management. You will work alongside members of the service user’s circle of support, to enable individuals to be happy, healthy, and successful in achieving their life goals.

You must be willing to actively embrace all aspects of the Project Worker 2 role including, but not limited to,  ensuring effective plans in place which will enable staff to fully support service user with their daily living skills, as well as supporting individuals to develop  their care plans and risk assessments, access  educational / social opportunities and move on.

Your typical duties will include:

• providing support and guidance to service users and staff
• line managing a team of Support Workers including providing supervision and appraisals
• taking responsibility for person centered risk and needs assessment
• being involved, monitoring and supervising the safe running of the Service.
• formation and implementation of management plans
• administering medication and monitoring of medication procedures
• providing written reports to professionals and other organizations
• daily record keeping and attendance management
• escorting service users to appointments or meetings
• liaising with family and healthcare professionals
• running group activities

You will be required to work in a flexible manner on a roster basis including office hours, evenings and some weekends.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience in the mental health sector is essential as is a genuine desire to support individuals in their recovery and a can-do attitude. 

We need compassionate, proactive and professional individuals who are highly motivated, hardworking and keen to support service users with mental health and complex care needs.  

We value the personal skills and interests you can bring to the role and to the lives of the service users we support, such as: sports, arts and crafts, music and cooking to name but a few.

As a Project Worker, there’s no such a thing as a typical day – every day is interesting and varied.  Being a good communicator is essential, to be able to get on with people of all ages and from all backgrounds, and you will also be liaising with other professionals.

At times the job can be emotionally challenging so you have to be prepared, but you will be a valued team member and the support you provide will make a real difference to the happiness and wellbeing of both service users and staff.

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job – we offer you a career.

What benefits will I receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
• 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
• An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
• Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
• Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. 

Turning Point