Youth Support Worker

Youth Support Worker (Children & Young People)

Lancashire

Who we are?

At 360 CAMHS, building trust is central to everything we do. We support children and young people by creating safe, consistent, and trauma-informed environments where they feel understood, protected, and supported to grow.

Establishing trust is the first step in helping young people build healthy relationships with themselves and others.

Our services are aligned with statutory bodies and designed to meet both immediate needs and long-term outcomes. Through safeguarding-led, relationship-based support, we prioritise emotional wellbeing, stability, and resilience.

We are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and a member of the Restraint Reduction Network, reflecting our commitment to regulatory compliance, safeguarding, and reducing restrictive practices wherever possible.

By creating safe and trusting spaces, we empower young people to move forward knowing they are heard, respected

What You ll Do

• Work both independently and as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team.
• Build trusting, therapeutic relationships with young people.
• Follow care plans, observe mental states, and ensure the safety of others.
• Positively manage challenging behaviour and situations.
• Support young people in developing life skills and integrating into their community.
• Escort and support young people in community activities and appointments.
• Attend meetings and share feedback on each young person s progress.
• Complete accurate records and reports in line with policy.
• Safeguard young people and manage risk effectively.
• Support physical health monitoring and daily routines.
• Help organise stimulating activities and weekly plans.
• Empower young people to reach their full potential.

What We Offer

At 360 Supported Living, we value our staff and strive to create a happy, supportive, and inclusive workplace. We understand the challenges of the job and ensure that no one faces them alone.

You ll benefit from:

Regular supervision and guidance from an experienced, diverse multi-disciplinary team.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

A strong culture of teamwork and mutual support.

Requirements

Minimum 12 months experience working as a children s and adults support worker in the UK.

Strong understanding of complex mental health needs.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Compassion, patience, and the ability to engage the hard to engage.

In person PMVA trained

Experience with Autism, ADHD & Alcohol Abuse

Desirable

Clear DBS on the update system.

GCSE or equivalent education.

Benefits

Referral programme

Relocation assistance

Flexible working patterns

Local accommodation on offer

If you believe every young person deserves the best, and you re ready to bring your passion and professionalism to a team that truly cares apply now and make a difference with 360 CAMHS

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £16.00-£18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount

Employee mentoring programme

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Referral programme