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Post Title: Senior Support Worker
Location: Rapid Rehousing – Loughborough LE11 1GG
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st March 2022
Hours of duty: 37.5 hours per week / Monday – Friday 09.00 – 17.00 with a 30-minute unpaid break
Salary: £10.80 per hour
To apply for this role please send a CV and covering letter. Please make sure your cover letter clearly demonstrates your expertise and how you meet the role requirements. This should be a minimum of 500 words and not exceed 2 pages.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To make a positive difference to people’s lives, by ensuring the smooth running and delivery of high-quality accommodation projects, housing management and housing-related support to homeless people with complex needs in accordance with internal and external quality standards and relevant social policy.
To have line management responsibility, monitoring staff performance, including coaching and training staff throughout regular supervision and meetings.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Housing Management and Support
- To assist with the daily operations of the project ensuring services are delivered efficiently
- To take lead responsibility for specific tasks/projects to ensure efficient service delivery as directed by the Project
Manager.
Tasks may include:
- Monitoring and collection of Service Charge and Housing Benefit payments
- Dealing with breaches of the License Agreement
- Dealing effectively with complaints
- Ensuring adequate staffing of accommodation projects
To take a lead on:
- Housing and Support Management
- To assist in ensuring that the service has a maximization of occupancy levels and a minimization of voids by receiving internal referrals from Falcon Support Services projects.
- Ensuring initial Risk Assessments and Needs Assessments are completed and accurate.
- Ensure correct implementation and monitoring of personalised Support Plans to achieve positive outcomes and appropriate timely move on’s into independent living.
- To communicate effectively and appropriately with clients, staff, other organisations and members of the public using and/or working with Falcon Support Service
- To ensure that the terms of License Agreements are adhered to, and address any problems arising from this requirement. Making sure Support Initiatives are put into place and monitored to prevent evictions.
- To work within Falcon Support Services policies and procedures, as well as any local procedures or procedure relating to partnership agencies.
- To effectively work with a range of multi-agency partners, support providers and funders in both the statutory and voluntary sector. For example, Charnwood Borough Council, North West Leicestershire District Council and other accommodation and support providers.
- Where appropriate, to perform initial interview of clients seeking admission and ensure initial Risk Assessments and Need Assessments are completed and accurate where appropriate.
- To ensure the health and safety, security and maintenance of the project
- Reporting and signing off maintenance jobs
- Liaising with contractors
- Ensuring Health and Safety checks are completed, including: Building Checks, Fire Checks and Water Temperature checks
- To work in partnership and liaise with and signpost to housing, benefits, and other agencies and document partnership working activities to maximise service delivery.
- Carry out the practical tasks required of the job being continuously aware of any risks presented by the working environment and consistently acting in a way to minimise these risks
- To be alert to the health and well-being of all clients, reporting any concerns to the Project Manager and/or appropriate agencies
- Report concerns appropriately, such as adult and child safeguarding issues and substantial risk.
Leadership
- To provide leadership and support to staff members, motivating them and boosting team morale
- To have line management responsibility, monitoring staff performance, including coaching and training staff throughout regular supervision/appraisals and meetings.
- Mentor and support students and/or volunteers in the service.
- To work co-operatively with other members of the team, constructively contributing to team meetings, covering office duty and assisting with the smooth running of the service showing willingness to assist and cover for colleagues when they are absent.
- To participate in the on call rota and ensure that on-call arrangements are effective, monitored and meet the needs of the service.
Administration
- To assist in the development of and implementation, monitor and review of Falcon Support Services policies and procedures, and ensure that they are in accordance with overall organisational policies and procedures.
- Monitor, develop, improve and manage staff rotas to ensure the needs of the service are met efficiently and effectively. Ensuring that staffing levels are maintained to meet the organisational and operational objectives of the service at all times.
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- To monitor and respond to arrears of current and previous clients. Issuing rent letters and aiding the successful collection of service charge/rents.
- To ensure that all required documentation for Housing Benefit is completed and actioned for clients moving in and out of the project. Assisting in applying for eligible benefits including Housing/Council Tax benefit, reducing deductions and appeals.
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- To respond to, monitor and report on complaints received in line with the Complaints Policy.
- To effectively use IT systems and personal files to record precise and accurate documentation and input information relevant to each individual client and to ensure this information is accurate and up to date.
- To complete and provide any documentation, reports, statistical information and any other information required by Falcon Support Services and/or any other agency.
- To assist in the development, and implementation of procedures and codes of working practice to form part of a comprehensive quality approach to service delivery.
- To undertake any additional tasks and/or duties as deemed necessary in order to meet the requirements of funders, partner agencies or any other such organisations.
GENERAL
- To develop team spirit and co-operative working across all teams, internal and external.
- To undertake any such additional duties that are reasonably commensurate with the level of this post.
- To work shifts and be on call in accordance with the established rota
- To undertake/attend any training and/or meetings as required by the job role
- To promote a positive image of the Falcon Support Services and the service, working as part of an integrated team.
- Ensure all aspects of the Group Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety policies are implemented effectively.
- Every employee has a responsibility to ensure that their work complies with the Financial Regulations of the charity.
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- Due to the nature of work, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will therefore require you to disclose all criminal convictions and comply with a Criminal Records Bureau check.
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- To develop Falcon Support Services commitment to equal opportunities and to promote nondiscriminatory project practices in all aspects of work undertaken.
- All employees are required by Section 7 of the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
- This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list but to indicate the main responsibilities of the post. It will be reviewed periodically to take into account changes and developments in service requirements. Any changes will be discussed fully with the jobholder.
To apply for this role please send a CV and covering letter. Please make sure your cover letter clearly demonstrates your expertise and how you meet the role requirements. This should be a minimum of 500 words and not exceed 2 pages.
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Depaul UK are currently looking for an enthusiastic Outreach Support Worker to join us based in Greater Manchester. You will join us on a full-time, fixed term basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £19,804 per annum + pension and benefits.
Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK. We specialise in working in communities where poverty and long-term unemployment have resulted in generations of social exclusion and high rates of homelessness
Over the past 30 years, we have grown as an organisation and developed and enhanced our work and the impact it has across the UK. Depaul UK has a wide range of services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness
The Support Worker role:
This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to be involved in an action-based project supporting 180 young people across Manchester, with guidance from the senior worker. You will be responsible for a caseload of clients, ensuring their wellbeing, providing housing advice, and supporting them in maintaining their accommodation.
What makes the Outreach Support Worker role exciting?
We will provide the following resources to assist in the successful achievement of the responsibilities outlined above:
- A thorough induction and orientation to help you settle in and ensure you have the knowledge and support you need to perform your role.
- Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner
What will ideally support your success as our Outreach Support Worker:
- Great experience working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness
- Strong understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health, and substance misuse
- Good knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning
- Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
- Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures
You can read more about the role in the attached job description.
What’s it like to work at Depaul UK?
You'll be joining a friendly, flexible, and values-led organisation, and will receive:
- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Interest-free Annual Season Ticket Loan
- Four Weeks Paternity Leave
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Outreach Support Worker then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing Date for applications: 12 pm, Wednesday 11th August 2021
An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this role. Our recruitment checks, induction, and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community
We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies
Job title: Floating Support Worker
Salary: £24,992 per annum
Contract length: 6 months with possible extension
The principal responsibility of the Floating Support Worker is to support and assist our Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children and vulnerable adults to develop life skills and access external support where necessary. You will also work alongside our Refugee Wellbeing Coordinator by supporting people experiencing mental health pressures, to access services and develop coping skills.
Interviews will be carried out by Zoom, this may be followed up face to face interview.
Causeway Irish Housing Association operates a 4 day working week (32 hours) and we are a London Living Wage Employer.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Outreach Support Worker
Salary: £ 22,400.00
Status: Substantive
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including early mornings, evenings and weekends on a rota basis.
Holidays: 22 Days plus Bank Holidays pro rata
Based at: Locations throughout the Wigan Borough
Responsible to: Outreach Team Lead
Accountable to: Queen’s Hall Action on Poverty Trustees
Closing Date: 12 Noon Friday 27th August 2021
Interviews : W/C 30th August 2021
To Apply : Please review the attached documents and upload your CV and Covering Letter via the link on our website / in the attached documentation.
JOB PURPOSE
The key role will be to engage with individuals in the borough who are rough sleeping and who at present do not access services. The Post Holder will utilise their skills and experience to continue to work towards and develop partnerships, develop specific referral pathways into accommodation and recovery services, gather intelligence, build trust and respect, and lead and contribute to extensive outreach within the community. The post holder will, in partnership with other existing services and organisations, identify barriers into accommodation and treatment and work on creating and delivering solutions to these barriers. The post holder will also focus on early intervention, assertive and pro- active attrition work engaging individuals who are rough sleeping. The Outreach and Engagement team will be responsible for contributing to the overall performance of the service to ensure that contractual output targets are achieved. They will also be required to record and input data and information in order that the service operates within contractual, administrative and financial requirements. The post holder will be required to work across a number of operational sites across the borough as required and work flexibly to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision. This will include evening and weekend working and extensive street outreach. The post holder will be expected to take responsibility for personal development, identifying personal training needs and participate in regular supervision and appraisal.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Depaul UK are currently looking for a Senior Support Worker join us based in Manchester. You will join us on a part-time basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £24,174 (pro rata) + pension and benefits.
Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK. We specialise in working in communities where poverty and long-term unemployment have resulted in generations of social exclusion and high rates of homelessness.
Over the past 30 years, we have grown as an organisation and developed and enhanced our work and the impact it has across the UK. Depaul UK has a wide range of services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness.
The Senior Support Worker role:
Depaul UK are currently looking for an experienced Senior Progression Coach to work part time, 23 hours a week, at our service in Rochdale until December 2021.
Working as a senior member of the team, you will be deliver an assessment, support and move on service for our clients in supported accommodation. You will be responsible for the safe and effective management of the service and therefore should be well informed on safeguarding procedures.
This is a rewarding role where you will ensure clients are supported in sustaining their tenancies, developing skills and resilience and participating in positive and successful move on.
What makes the Senior Support Worker role exciting?
- A full induction and training to enhance the ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills required’.
- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
- Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner
What will ideally support your success as one of our Senior Support Worker:
- Great experience working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness
- Experience in managing a staff team and the performance of team members
- You will have experience of completing support, support file, and Health & Safety audits
- Knowledge and understanding of operating safeguarding requirements and procedures
What’s it like to work at Depaul UK?
You'll be joining a friendly, flexible and values-led organisation, and will receive:
- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Interest free Annual Season Ticket Loan
- Four Weeks Paternity Leave
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Senior Support Worker then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 27 July 2021 at 12:00 pm
An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this role. Our recruitment checks, induction, and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.
Do you have experience or an interest in working in care and/or support? Are you a proactive individual that takes pride in their work? If so, we really want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Young Peoples Foyer based in Bodmin on a full time basis.
We are committed to offering short term housing and support to young people aged 16-24 years old who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Our role is to help young people settle from often chaotic lifestyles, start doing something productive towards employment, education or training, teach them the basic life skills required to live independently and help them resolve some of the issues that brought them into supported housing in the first place.
We are looking for someone who is robust and able to work with this often chaotic client group to help them address the issues in their lives and move forward onto independence.
This role is being offered on a fixed term basis, for up to 2 years. The working hours are 37 hours per week on a rolling rota, to include weekend working. Bandwidth hours will be 8am to 9pm.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups, and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. Appointment to the post will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
About The Candidate
You will be part of a well established team who work with young people resident at the Foyer. You would be expected to deal with any issues the young people may have and signpost them to the appropriate course of action. Knowledge of benefits and welfare reform is essential.
You will need to have a good understanding of young people’s needs, safeguarding and emotional and mental health issues.
The most important part of this role is to have pride in your work and have a positive attitude, a proactive approach and the confidence to support a diverse range of people. You will be able to balance your passion and commitment with good organisational skills, and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries.
What we offer:
• Competitive salary • Defined Contribution pension scheme – employer contribution of 6% - 9% • Death in Service benefit ( 3 x salary) • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays with service related increase to your entitlement up to 30 days • Annual Leave purchase • Family Friendly policies • Health Cash Plan including dental and optical cover • Employee Assistance Programme • Health and Wellbeing programme which includes enhanced sick pay, monthly campaigns, training and yearly flu jabs • Cycle to Work scheme • Car Benefit scheme • Learning and Development including coaching and professional qualification support • Volunteering days • Discretionary Bonus scheme.
You may have experience or an interest in the following: Care Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Senior Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Relief Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP or Flexible Working.
About The Company
At LiveWest, we believe in a home for everyone. We are a secure and growing business, and we own and manage over 38,000 homes across the South West, from Cornwall to Gloucestershire.
We take the time to listen to, understand and learn from our customers. We focus on thriving as a business and employer, so we can deliver more homes and even better services.
As an Inclusive Employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. For further information about our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, please visit our website.
At LiveWest, we believe in a home for everyone.
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Are you currently a Support Worker looking to move into a Senior Support Worker position? Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference to young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Maybe a career with our client is for you?
They provide residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people we care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.
We are currently looking for a Senior Support Worker, or an experienced Support Worker looking to develop into a senior post. You support the Deputy and Residential Manager in supervising a team of staff with the aim to help their young people move into independent living in the future.
You will be based within their residential home in Leeds working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates, sleep ins & nights when required to support the service. Flexibility will be required.
Company Benefits
- Competitive pay (£10.56 p/h + £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Healthcare Cashplan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships
- Access to their 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)
Your role as a Senior Support Worker
- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To work alongside the Deputy and Residential Manager to support with the management of staff and smooth running of the home
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)
Requirements of a Senior Support Worker
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations
Desirable Criteria
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please apply today.
Please note that we do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.
Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.
We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate.
We are looking for an individual to join our key worker team to support individuals who are furthest from the labour market to progress into training, education, and employment.
The role will provide one-to-one support and occasional group work with a number of individuals to understand their needs, develop personalised action plans, address their barriers and challenges, and progress towards their goals.
The role will cover the Swindon & Wiltshire region and will involve liaison and cross-referral with our Building Bridges partners and other support organisations in bringing together holistic support for participants.
The successful candidate will need to have strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with participants and good attention to detail, organisation and administrative skills (both paper and IT based).
- Devizes based office and programme delivery throughout Wiltshire
- £24,717 gross per annum plus 7% employer’s pension contribution
- 36.5 hours per week, including some evening and weekend work
- Fixed term contract to end of February 2023
Due to the nature of the work, you will be required to undertake a satisfactory DBS check.
If you would like to find out more about this position, please contact Gayle Harper, Building Bridges Senior Support Worker (no agencies please).
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Applying for the role:
The Job Description, Person Specification and an application form for this role can be found on our website. Please note we are unable to accept CVs.
- Closing date: Midday on Wednesday 18th August 2021
- Interviews: Tuesday 31st August 2021
Please send completed application forms to Bernadette Lowe, Head of Business Support.
Further information regarding the Building Bridges programme can be found via our website.
Community First is an equal opportunities employer.
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Building Bridges is a partnership of organisations, led by Community First, that has come together to deliver the Building Better Opportunities Programme across Swindon and Wiltshire.
The project has received funding from the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund, as part of the 2014-2020 European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme in England. The Department for Work and Pensions is the Managing Authority for the England European Social Fund programme. Established by the European Union, the European Social Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support skills development, employment and job creation, social inclusion and local community regenerations.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Recruiting for a Step Down Worker at our Service in Kent!
GBP 23,650 per annum, working 36 hours per week, plus 25 days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata), Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more. This is a 1 year Fixed Term Contract.
Job Overview:
The role of a Step Down Worker is to provide ongoing support to IDVA clients where the risk has been reduced to a safer level. The post holder will provide ongoing support which is bespoke according to need and will work in a trauma informed way providing holistic support to aid client's recovery from abuse. This post will be part of the IDVA team and will work collaboratively with the IDVAs to manage case loads.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of clients who have been stepped down from high risk IDVA support
- Provide ongoing support with a range of client needs including but not limited to attendance at court hearings, mental health, substance issues, and housing support
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system. Understanding of Marac protocols
- Support clients to obtain orders where needed and any other civil remedies available to them
- Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities
- Attending all court and Case Management hearings with clients
- Prepare reports for Child Protection meetings
- Supporting clients to set personalised goals in the form of a Safety and Support Plan
- Assisting in the recording and reporting of customer incidents
- Managing any ongoing risks and creating safety plans when required
- Raising concerns of any increase in risk levels to senior IDVAs
- Attend case management session with senior IDVA
- Developing productive relationships with partner organisations to improve service outcomes
- Adhering to lone working protocols and maintaining high levels of awareness in relation to the health and safety of yourself and colleagues
- Encouraging customers to attend relevant programmes when appropriate i.e. Freedom Programme /Recovery Toolkit to support successful move on
- Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies and local protocols are adhered to at all times e.g. fire risk assessments, fire alarm checks etc.
- Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures
- Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills
- Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the IDVA Manager
Person Specification:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized
- Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour
- Ability to adhere to Look Ahead's professional boundaries policy
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Essential:
- Experience working in the domestic abuse sector
For the full job description, please visit the Look Ahead website.
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Are you currently a Support Worker looking to move into a Senior Support Worker position? Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference to young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Maybe a career with our client is for you?
They provide residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.
They are currently looking for a Senior Support Worker, or an experienced Support Worker looking to develop into a senior post. You support the Deputy and Residential Manager in supervising a team of staff with the aim to help their young people move into independent living in the future.
You will be based within their residential home in Ramsbottom, Bury working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates, sleep ins & nights when required to support the service. Flexibility will be required.
Company Benefits
- Competitive pay (£10.56 p/h + £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Healthcare Cashplan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships
- Access to their 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)
Your role as a Senior Support Worker
- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To work alongside the Deputy and Residential Manager to support with the management of staff and smooth running of the home
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)
Requirements of a Senior Support Worker
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations
Desirable Criteria
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please apply today.
Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.
Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.
They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.
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Are you looking for an exciting new challenge to work within a charity that provides support to young people?
Butterfly House is a Supported Living setting for vulnerable young adults aged between 18 and 30 years old, with mental health issues. Butterfly House has recently achieved CQC registration.
We offer support in the homes of young people, including those living at Butterfly House. Support packages are tailored to meet the needs of our residents and include supporting them with personal care, tenancies, benefits, accessing education, training or employment opportunities and to support them with other aspects of their life, such as developing and maintaining important life skills.
We support residents to access the community, socialise/maintain good relationships, develop new skills and hobbies to live a more independent and confident life.
The role also includes leading the supervision, training and mentoring of our team and managing and overseeing Recovery Care Plans and Risk Assessments of our residents. Candidates who are interested in training in management of Supported Living settings are welcome to apply.
Benefits of Joining Us:
We nurture a workplace culture where you are supported and empowered to deliver your role
- Free Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) application
- 25 days annual leave plus recognised bank holidays that will increase after 3 & 5 years service
- Generous Company Pension Scheme with employer 6% and employee 5% contribution rates
- 24 Hour Employee Assistance Program
- Discretionary company sick pay
- Full training program appropriate to role
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Job Title: Housing Support Worker
Salary Grade: £20,000 – £21,500 pa, based on a 37.5 hour full time post depending on skills and experience.
Responsible to: Senior Housing Worker
No. of Hours: 37.5 hrs
Duration: End of March 2022
Main Base/s: Location to be confirmed depending on where you live.
About Hertfordshire Mind Network
We deliver essential mental health support in Hertfordshire, providing a diverse range of services from our seven Wellbeing Centres and other venues across all ten districts of the county. Funded locally, our services are available to all residents in Hertfordshire over the age of 18 and we offer dedicated services for 11-18 year olds.
We create opportunities for individuals experiencing mental ill health to make choices, find their solutions, build resilience and manage their whole life and wellbeing. Our services are based on the principle of self-help with a strong emphasis on prevention, personal development, self-management and improving health and wellbeing.
We provide opportunities for individuals to access support to enable them to recover from or live with mental ill health.
Background to the Post
The demand for housing support has been gradually increasing and we are now in a position to grow this vital service further and develop our housing provision across Hertfordshire. The Housing Support Workers are an integral part of the complex needs team and play a key role in delivering a range of housing services across the organisation.
Purpose of Post
We are looking for a dynamic Housing Support Workers to join our fast growing team. To be able to provide 1-1 housing and general support to those experiencing mental ill health. This will include embedding a personalised approach to all aspects of the role and responsibilities. The personalised approach includes empathy, warmth, acceptance, authenticity, compassion and humanity.
Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle is absolutely essential for this role.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday August 17th 2021 by 5pm.
Interviews on Tuesday August 24th 2021.
TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Please note, you are not applying at this stage.
No agencies please.
Senior Justice Link Worker - Floating Support Service
37.5 hours per week
As part of our Islington Multidisciplinary Floating Support Service, the Islington Justice Link Service provides a flexible support to clients with Mental Health issues who come into contact with Criminal Justice System. The service also provides support to clients under MAPPA with a focus on housing need.
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.
We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs
As the Senior Link Worker, you will hold a caseload of up to 20 clients, where you will support them to address offending behaviours, housing related issues, engaging with ETE and promoting independence.You will also be responsible for managing the referrals into the service and ensuring the service is running at capacity. Other responsibilities include, actively raising the profile of the service and promoting it to relevant stakeholders and to develop strong effective working relationships with probation officers, who you will work alongside.
To be successful you will have:
- A demonstrable level of experience of the range of approaches appropriate to working with someone with, one or more of the following needs: Mental or Physical heath, substance use, offending or antisocial behaviour
- A good and current understanding of safeguarding issues and procedures
- Experience of working in a client-focussed support service working with vulnerable people presenting high levels of need and risk
- Ability to engage and motivate people to move towards an appropriate level of independence and inclusion.
Our attractive benefits package includes:
- A salary increase after successfully completing six months.
- A 37.5 hour working week including flexible working hours (core hours are 10am – 4pm) in non-accommodation services
- 25 days annual leave, increasing annually to the maximum 30 days (plus paid Bank Holidays),
- A contributory pension scheme: Single Homeless Project will contribute the equivalent of 5% of your annual salary
- Staff Health Cash Plan and discounts scheme
- Comprehensive and integrated training programme designed specifically to develop the skills and knowledge involved in our work
Closing date: 29th August 2021 (at Midnight)
Interviews to be held: 9th September 2021
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant.
Single Homeless Project is actively committed to equal opportunities and the promotion of diversity and inclusion, in all of our services and workplaces. We are also Disability Confident Committed, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and are IIP Silver accredited.
Job Title: Behaviour Change Worker (Whole Housing Project)
Based At: Crewe with flexibility across Cheshire
Reporting To: Senior Leadership Team
Grade:£24,982 - £27,741
Hours: Full time 37hrs
Leave: 26 days plus statutory holidays pro-rata
Contract: 12 months initially (extension subject to funding)
Probationary Period: Six months
Pension: 5% after Six months’ probation period
Travel: Travel around Cheshire is essential to this role. Must be a driver with own car and business insurance
My CWA Vision
A community where adults and children live free from the fear of domestic abuse.
Purpose of the Role:
To be part of a Whole Housing Approach to Domestic Abuse, ensuring that perpetrator housing issues do not impact on victims and children
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Key responsibilities will include:
- To be part of a whole family approach to families affected by complex challenges including domestic abuse
- To screen DA referrals to identify perpetrators in need of accommodation support
- To make initial contact with perpetrators to offer support pathways
- Manage a caseload of individuals in housing need, addressing perpetrator behaviours and prioritising family safety
- To undertake client assessments of risk and need
- Delivering learning and development opportunities to multi-agency professionals
- Monitoring and reporting on local work with those who harm
- Evaluating the impact of tools and training for partners
- Creating opportunities for the voices of people who harm to be heard by policy makers and partner agencies
- Liaising with relevant professionals, agencies and individuals on behalf of people who harm
- Attendance at multi-agency meetings and appropriate steering groups
- Providing reports for others agencies and individuals reviewing the work completed.
- Developing positive links with appropriate agencies to ensure the diverse needs of people who harm are met.
- Promoting the support service for people who harm who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
- Delivering domestic abuse awareness raising sessions about people who harm.
- Working in conjunction with others who support the family.
- Gathering and developing resources to facilitate work with people who harm and on social media.
- This role requires regular travel across and outside of Cheshire, therefore the post holder must be a driver and car owner
Please NOTE: This will involve out of hours responses to emergencies. Staff must be available to respond when on-call.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Education
- Good standard of education, be literate and numerate Evidence of recent learning in a related field e.g. social care, domestic abuse
- PTLLS or group facilitation qualification would be an advantage
- Experience/qualification in delivering and organising programmes
Knowledge
- Understanding of relationship abuse and previous experience working with people who harm
- Experience of being part of a team who work with survivors and/or perpetrators of domestic abuse or vulnerable people
- Understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse
- Awareness of typologies of domestic abuse
- Knowledge and experience of direct work with families who have complex needs
- Understanding of Safeguarding for children and vulnerable adults.
- Experience of working in culturally diverse communities
- Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of statutory and voluntary services and experiences of liaising with them
- Understanding of safeguarding legislation and issues
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organisational, report writing and communication skills
- Assessment and support planning skills
- Experience of working with people in their homes
- Ability to give accurate information and practical support to family members of all ages
- Group work/training/facilitation skills
- Proficient in basic computer applications, such as word processing, spread sheets, and internet usage
- Record keeping skills and organisational and planning skills
- The ability to communicate with people from a wide range of backgrounds
- Excellent client care skills
Capability
- The ability to manage a high volume workload and conflicting priorities in a busy environment
- Demonstrated capability to conduct one’s self in a calm and professional demeanour when dealing with the public and/or with difficult situations
- The ability to reflect on own practice; and embrace constructive feedback.
- Ability to work well with a diverse group of staff, clients and volunteers
- Willingness to adjust hours to accommodate the needs of the job
- Ability to effectively manage a wide array of tasks, projects, and responsibilities
- Ability to work productively in an unstructured environment with frequent interruptions
Expected Commitments
- A commitment to recognising the potential in all clients and understanding the importance of diversity in equality and the positive impact it can have for My CWA and the wider community
- A commitment to supporting people affected by domestic abuse
- This role will participate in duty days, on call (out of hours) and support planning for clients (following induction and training)
- This role requires regular travel across and outside of Cheshire, therefore the post holder must be a driver and car owner
Please apply via our web site or download the application pack.