Support Worker

As a mentor, you stand alongside children who need extra support. You help them with their development, stimulate independence, and provide structure and confidence. Does it seem valuable to you to play a role in this? Then apply for this vacancy.

At Muggenlaan 11 in Nieuwveen, you will mentor eight children and young people with a mild to moderate intellectual disability and complex support needs. No client is the same, which means no day is the same.

Together with your colleagues, you help clients to further develop and to get the best out of themselves. You look beyond behavior alone and search for what someone needs to be able to take steps forward. In doing so, both guidance and upbringing play an important role. We work with various methodologies that suit the needs of the target group.

You will become part of a team of ten enthusiastic colleagues. Experienced professionals and new talents work closely together here, learn from each other, and commit themselves every day to a safe, stable, and stimulating environment for the clients.

As a mentor, you support children with a (severe) intellectual disability and behavioral challenges in their daily lives. You provide structure, safety, and guidance that aligns with their needs and developmental goals. In doing so, you help children to take steps, no matter how small or large they may be, and you make an active contribution to their well-being and development.

You work closely with colleagues, think along about the quality of the guidance, and keep important developments regarding clients clearly in view. You also maintain contact with parents, family members, and other stakeholders, so that everyone works together towards the same goal.

In the role of personal mentor, you additionally take charge of the support for a number of clients. You draw up treatment plans in collaboration with the client, parents or representatives, and involved experts. You coordinate the implementation of agreements, organize consultations, and serve as a point of contact for colleagues. With your knowledge and experience, you contribute to a professional and pleasant working environment in which we together provide the best support.

You will primarily work four-hour shifts. Additionally, an eight-hour shift is scheduled on every weekday. On weekends, we work with longer shifts.

You have a completed MBO 3 or MBO 4 diploma that relates to the work, for example within healthcare such as MZ level 3 or 4, or Sport and Movement. Which position and salary scale best suit you depends on your education, experience, and the target group.

Furthermore, you have an affinity with, or knowledge of, working with children and disability care. And patience and perseverance when supporting the children.

As a personal mentor, you also have good communication skills and knowledge of computer programs.

• A gross monthly salary between € 2,649 - € 3,980 based on 36 hours, according to the CAO Disability Care (FWG 35/40)
• A permanent appointment immediately, with contract hours between 16 and 30 hours per week
• Ample opportunities for training and development
• Year-end bonus of 8.33%, 8% holiday allowance, and pension via Pensioenfonds Zorg & Welzijn
• 144 vacation hours and 57 balance leave hours per year based on a 36-hour work week
• Travel allowance
• Tax benefit of up to € 750 per year, for example for a bicycle, phone, laptop, or sports subscription

At Ipse de Bruggen, you will often work with vulnerable clients. Therefore, we are very careful in our selection policy. For this reason, the application for a Certificate of Conduct (VOG), checking references, and requesting information from the Health and Youth Care Inspectorate are part of the selection procedure.

Prior to the job interview, we ask you to complete a Talentscan. This scan helps us to get to know you better and also offers you valuable insights that we will discuss together during the interview.

For information, you can contact Pauline Gielbert (coordinator Child and Youth) at 06 - 53 75 69 80.