Support worker jobs
Location: Derbyshire
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 35 per week
Closing Date: 04 August 2022
Interview Date: TBC
Contract: This is a fixed term contract opportunity until March 2023.
Location: Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to travel independently across all of Derbyshire, as a Community-based worker. The geographical area to be covered will be based on the location of support required however, flexible working across Derbyshire is essential.
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 12:00pm on the closing date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Our Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
About Alzheimer's Society
Who we are
Alzheimer’s Society are a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What we want
We will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What we do
We support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to Alzheimer’s Society/us for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
We join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How we do it
We’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
We have a fantastic new opportunity for a talented individual to join us as Dementia Support Worker. This is an amazing opportunity to have a rewarding career providing support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers.
As a Dementia Support Worker, you will be offering a vital and compassionate advice service. You will provide community based, face to face services for an increased level of support for more complex cases. Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner.
We strive to help people to maintain independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting people in more control of their own lives. We promote a person-centred service so that our support is unique to each individual, based upon their own aspirations and needs. You will develop a proactive approach in reaching people with dementia and carers who may not otherwise access our services.
A CRC disclosure will also be required.
About you
- Be approachable and knowledgeable as a Dementia Support Worker,
- Ability to deliver advice and guidance with a non-judgmental approach and demonstrate compassion to those affected by dementia.
- An ability to provide a person centred assessment of needs.
- A clear understanding of the need for client confidentially.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Experience of record keeping and report writing.
Person Specification
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
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Fulwood, Preston
£19,691.11 - £21,534.81 (Depending on experience)
Full and part time opportunities available
Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old. The young people they care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.
Oue client's homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and staff can enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks, shopping, building positive relationships and general life skills. They always encourage young people and staff to bring their hobbies and knowledge into the home whether this be knitting, fitness, cooking or even singing so there is never a dull moment.
Part of the role will be managing various levels of self-harm using a least restrictive approach, so you will require a high level of resilience and have a caring, compassionate nature. You will also be required to update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.
Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. All staff will be supported to achieve their Level 3 in Adult Care. You will also receive ongoing support and mentoring from friendly residential and clinical team.
The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people and mental health. This role would also suit psychology graduates looking to develop their experience working in a multi-disciplinary team or people with life experiences wanting to give something back. There are opportunities for excellent career progression, with staff developing into senior residential roles.
Company Benefits
- 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)
- An additional day off each year for your birthday
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Paid Training & Induction
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Free parking available and good direct transport links
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service
Essential requirements of a Support Worker
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- A professional working boundary between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations
Fancy the challenge? Apply today!
Additional Information
- Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
- 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.
- As part of their commitment to safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, Our client operates a safer recruitment process. As part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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Brain Injury Support Worker - Ealing
Pay Rate £12.85 per hour
8am-8pm Day on Saturdays, however other shifts are available
SweetTree Home Care, a CQC rated Outstanding social care organisation could be the place for you!
Within our Brain Injury team, we are currently looking for experienced support workers to support our client who lives in Ealing and requires support with his mobility and day to day activities. Our client is non-mobile and non-verbal so the successful support worker will need to have the patience to provide support with our client's rehabilitation plan including help with personal care, feeding and moving & handling.
The role of a support worker is unique and varied because the people you support all have unique needs. Whilst this can be a very diverse role, the key focus is always on supporting a person to lead a fulfilling and more independent life.
In return, we offer all our support workers:
✅A full and comprehensive pre-employment assessment training programme
✅Support from our enthusiastic and innovative management team. Access to MDT teams
✅We support all staff to complete and achieve the nationally recognised Care Certificate
✅Opportunities to complete Health & Social Care Diploma’s levels 2, 3 and 5
✅Long service and recognition awards
✅Career Progression
✅An Employee Assistance Programme (for confidential advice and support)
✅Bespoke specialist training relevant to our clients via our Care Training Academy
What to do next? - Please click apply to complete our application form and our recruitment team will be in touch shortly.
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Location: Community based - Essex
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 pro rata per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 21 per week
Closing Date: 09 August 2022
Interview Date: 15th/16th August 2022 (via Zoom/Teams)
Location: Community Based in Essex, with particular focus on West Essex - Flexible hours that work within the contracted service will be considered.
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 5pm on the closing date.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Their Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. They are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. They also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with our client.
This role does not include personal care responsibilities.
About our client
Who they are
Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What they want
They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What they do
They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How they do it
They're the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
They are hoping to welcome an approachable and knowledgeable Dementia Support Worker to work in the Essex area. With them, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives.
This role supports people after their diagnosis at memory clinics or in their homes, where they interact compassionately face to face, by telephone and virtually to give people the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future.
You will also assist service users to access other services, by signposting and referring, as well as support the facilitation of Time limited peer support sessions. You will provide community based, face to face services for an increased level of support for more complex cases. Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner is also key to this role.
About you
- Working experience of assessing people face to face with an ability to assess their needs.
- Deliver advice and guidance with a non-judgmental approach
- Strong organisational and time management skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Able to travel independently across Essex but with particular focus around West Essex.
- An understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage but if you have had experience supporting with other challenges this would be taken into consideration.
Person Specification
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Great organisational skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
If you would like to speak to a Dementia Adviser who is currently carrying out this role to see if it is for you, please get in touch.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
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Job type - Full-time/Permanent
Salary - £24,376 per annum
Hours - 35 (plus 5 hours paid lunch break)
Location -Nottingham City A safe, secure and affordable home is what we all want. But that can seem like an impossible dream for those who come out of prison or hospital or have been homeless. But it doesn't have to be this way. At Nacro, we believe that everyone deserves a second chance and always fight for them to get it. That's why every year we help thousands of people find a home, keep it and thrive in it. And you could now play a vital role in this process.
Who we are looking for? This role will involve working with vulnerable/high risk offenders in a supported housing environment. You will act as a senior operational practitioner working across the area guiding and supporting teams in matters of practice, quality, performance, compliance and resource management and carry a caseload of complex need service users.
You will be responsible for improving the lives of service users by co-ordinating the provision of direct housing related support and housing management services by working with area operational and central support teams and liaising with a range of external agencies and partners. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:-
-Co-ordinating and delivering service improvement plans for a service or group of services working in collaboration with the Quality team and Service Leads. Support in the co-ordination of service audits.
-Work with the Quality and Safeguarding Team on development and implementation of procedures and toolkits relating to working with service users who require higher levels of support
-Be a safeguarding lead, advising teams on effective management of incidents, practice and reporting. Liaise with relevant external agencies e.g. Local Authority; Social Services, Children's teams etc
-Act as an operational subject matter expert to input to policy and procedure reviews
-Be a senior operational representative for complex case reviews with external professionals
-Participate in on-call rota's as required.- Work flexibly across the area and services where required Car driver essential For Details of the full role profile please click here For Details of Nacro's excellent benefits click here Please Apply online
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Support Worker (Rehabilitation & Personal Care)
37.5 FTE (Part time and weekend work available)
£20,609.53
Leatherhead, KT22 0BN
QEF are seeking caring and passionate individuals to help us provide an integrated ‘person centered’ service within this unique role working within Neuro Rehabilitation. You will have the opportunity to join our multi-disciplinary team within our 48 bed, state of the art, Care and Rehabilitation Centre. The service also provides residential specialist care for people who are on the stroke pathway or as part of their neurological rehab pathway by helping them to gain independence.
To be Successful in this role you will possess the following:
- You will be willing to work in conjunction with our team of specialists to create a caring, safe and welcoming environment for our clients, ensuring their safety and welfare are our top priority.
- You will be willing to work according to the quality standards set by the Care Quality Commission and the QEF policy framework
- Provide a high standard of personal care and daily living skills in a sensitive and respectful manner.
- You will have a caring and friendly disposition
- You will be an excellent communicator (speaking and writing) and can build appropriate relationships within professional boundaries
- Previous experience or a level 2/3 qualification in Health and Social Care or similar is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
Why Join QEF:
QEF seeks to promote a culture of well-being and aims to be a place where staff are motivated to be proactive in managing their own well-being. We are proud to offer a range of benefits to support staff in this way.
Benefits
- Holiday entitlement, 25 days per annum plus statutory holidays (FTE), with additional days gained for length of service.
- Pension, QEF is proud to make a contribution higher than its legal obligation for employees in the QEF Group Personal Pension scheme.
- Life Assurance, A Life Assurance policy is paid for by QEF for all employees. This provides death in service lump sum payment of four times annual salary.
- Healthcare, employees are eligible to join the Westfield Health cash plan, which is funded by QEF at no cost to the employee.
- 24 hour employee counselling service.
- Shopping Discounts, employees can enjoy exclusive discounts from a wide range of high street shops and other suppliers, as part of their Westfield membership.
- Transport,1.8 miles from Leatherhead main line station, trains direct to London Victoria and Waterloo. On demand bus service available from the train station.
- Free onsite parking.
- Training opportunities to complete your care certificate and level 3 qualification in health and social care.
Apply Now:
We would love to hear from you if you would like an informal chat or visit before applying. Get in touch with our HR department via the website.
Application closing date: Monday 29th August 2022
This role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks which will include Enhanced with adults barred list check DBS (at the cost of QEF if you are not already a member of The Update Service).
QEF is proud to be an equal opportunities employer
We guarantee to interview all applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy and to consider each applicant on their ability to do the job
Please contact HR if you require any reasonable adjustment(s) for the application process or interview stage
This role will deliver relationship support for young men in HMPYOI Isis as part of the innovative Route2Change pilot project , adopting a “relationships first” approach. This comprehensive service will deliver an end to end integrated rehabilitation and resettlement support programme to the young men from first night in custody to up to six months following release from prison.
The primary focus will be on supporting the young men to understand and develop healthy relationships with their family and others, including with those who have no positive family connections. Working closely with the prison and other agencies, the service will be fully integrated into sentence and release planning. The service will be delivered both in custody and in the community with the prisoner and where appropriate their family including through intensive personal support and befriending, visit services, groupwork, and targeted children’s services. Prisoners with either little or no family links will be offered support to either re-establish contact (where appropriate) or other forms of social support.
This post will work alongside colleagues, prisoner Pact Champions and volunteer befrienders to deliver prisoner assessment, the development of Plans, prisoner and family support and befriending, and casework in prison and in the community. The post holder will be required to cover for colleagues and on occasions may be required to deputise for the Senior Practitioner.
Please know that this role is internally known as Routes2Change (R2C) practitioner.
*We encourage applications from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from black, Asian, and other ethnic minority candidates*
What we offer:
Pact offers a range of benefits including a free advice, information and counselling service, contributory pension, corporate eye care scheme, cycle to work scheme and generous holiday entitlement. You will have the opportunity to attend training events to further develop yourself as a professional training and interventions worker. You will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team.
Other information:
Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment) and BAME background.
This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison.
About Us:
Pact (the Prison Advice & Care Trust) is a pioneering national charity that provides caring and life changing services to men and women in prison, to people with convictions on release and in the community, and to their children and families.
Pact’s vision is of a society in which justice is understood as a process of restoration and healing, in which prisons are used sparingly and as places of learning and rehabilitation, and in which the innate dignity and worth of every human being is valued. We work for the common good of Society, taking a public health-based approach. We work at the intersection of criminal justice, child and family welfare, mental health, wellbeing provision and health & social care.
Our volunteers and staff can be found in courts, prisons, probation services, and in communities across England & Wales. We are a diverse, inclusive, modern, and collaborative charity. We build effective partnerships and sustainable solutions based on our well-established understanding of the systems in which we work, and on our historic values and ethos developed through our 120+ years of service delivery.
Location: HMP Isis - London
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Part Time, 18.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday (weekend & evening work may be required occasionally)
Salary: £13,500 actual per annum (£12,000 Basic + £1,500 Market Supplement)
Closing date: 18th August 2022
You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Rehabilitation, Family Services, Case Management, Rehabilitation, Family Services, Support Work, Criminal Justice System, Social Work, Advocacy, Mentor, Mentoring, etc.
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Overview – Justlife Greater Manchester
Justlife works with the hidden homeless community, living in B&B’s and Guesthouses, considered ‘unsupported temporary accommodation’ (UTA). The team provide holistic, responsive and flexible support to people with the aim of making their experience of housing vulnerability as short, safe and healthy as possible.
Based in Higher Openshaw, East Manchester, Justlife works across Greater Manchester providing re-housing, benefits and health related key work support to empower vulnerable adults housed in UTA to move towards more secure housing, independent living and improved health and wellbeing. This includes supporting UTA managers and landlords.
Justlife also engages in research into the effects of living in temporary accommodation, which informs our work
locally, as well as enabling us to have conversations on a wider scale to bring about positive change.
A) Job Summary – Specialist Support Worker
The role of Specialist Support Worker involves playing an active part in the Specialist Support Team by taking part in regular outreach visits to UTA’s across Greater Manchester on the Justlife minibus, and supporting a caseload of clients that are experiencing housing vulnerability. The role requires the use of specialist knowledge and relationship skills to support clients with varying degrees of mental health, addiction and trauma related issues to engage with health services and to access suitable housing solutions. The Specialist Support Worker is also expected to develop good working relationships with UTA Landlords and Managers recognising the important role that they play in ensuring that their tenants experience of UTA is as positive as possible.
This will include advocacy in registering them for medical services and accompanying them to appointments; assisting them in addressing all aspects of physical and mental health and addiction needs, as well as advocating for them to get access to suitable housing and social security benefits. The role is dependent on excellent communication and joint working with colleagues and a variety of partners and professionals; including the Probation Service, local council services and other third sector organisations.
The role requires a high degree of motivation in addition to creativity and flexibility to support people with multiple and complex needs. With a passion to work collaboratively with others for the good of our clients, and with experience of working in a related field in a voluntary or paid capacity.
A high degree of emotional intelligence is required to support clients, many of whom have complex emotional needs, with backgrounds of trauma, neglect, abuse, involvement in the criminal justice system and low self-worth. In a role of this nature you will experience a range of emotions from joy to grief and as such it requires a high degree of resilience and self-awareness to cope with the emotional demands of the role. The role sits within a highly supportive team with all staff in receipt of regular line management and external clinical supervision; with reflective practice actively encouraged in team meetings.
B) Job Description
Service Delivery
1. Using frontline practical and procedural knowledge of working with people with multiple and complex needs to support them to engage with health care, wellbeing services, benefits and housing services during their housing vulnerability.
This could include, but is not limited to:
a) Supporting the delivery of outreach to UTA’s across Greater Manchester on the Justlife minibus. This involves engaging with residents, managers and landlords of UTA to build effective working relationships and establish support needs.
b) Assisting people in addressing housing, financial, health and wellbeing needs through the support
pathway, including the use of the Outcome Star and Action Plan support tool.
c) Connecting people with appropriate support services such as substance misuse services, GP, mental
health services, advocating on behalf of the client and accompanying them to appointments.
d) Helping to increase the self-confidence of clients to improve their chances of moving on from their
housing vulnerability through one to one key work sessions, group activities, drop-ins and outreach.
e) Maintaining regular contact, a listening ear and emotional support during times of crisis.
f) Liaising with Landlords and property Managers to identify residents who would like support and to
help prevent evictions.
g) Manage own calendar to deliver a caseload during periods of work-related pressure, including
actively pursuing the project outcomes set for the project and individual clients.
h) Use interpersonal and communication skills to provide support to clients and collaborate with others
including colleagues, partner agencies, health care professionals and external agencies through joint
working.
i) Take duty of care seriously by assessing the client’s social and environmental conditions, identifying
and passing on information to and from relevant professionals, ensuring client confidentiality is
maintained.
j) Use of excellent writing skills to prepare and submit referrals and housing applications along with a
good working knowledge of housing legislation in order to advocate on behalf of people.
k) Brief and liaise with other members of the team and external agencies regarding clients, enabling
them to effectively carry out their roles.
l) Ensure accurate and up to date client data and case notes are recorded within our Inform database
within the standards set by the organisation.
m) Carry out light physical tasks, such as travelling to visit people on outreach, shopping, organising
deliveries or lifting office equipment.
Service Development
1. Collaborate with the entire Specialist Support team to ensure support requirements are in place for all
registered clients.
2. Contribute to initiatives that seek to influence service improvements, implement changes and develop
new interventions and support for clients.
3. Provide data, reports and case studies when requested.
4. To be part of and contribute to the Justlife staff team, attending meetings as appropriate and to be
involved in appropriate staff development, training, supervision and reflective practice as well as
continuing professional development and training events where appropriate and be committed to team
events.
Research
1. Supporting the wider Justlife vision to feed into research and help develop the service including the
involvement of clients in design and delivery of the service.
This job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in light
of the changing needs of Justlife. It is expected that the post holder will be as positive and flexible as possible in
using this document as a framework, and in performing other duties commensurate with these responsibilities,
the band of the post and skills and qualification of the post-holder.
C) Person Specification – Experience, knowledge, skills and personal attributes
Essential
• Experience of working with adults with multiple and complex needs; including mental and physical health
needs, drug and/or alcohol dependency, prison leavers and/or people with convictions, those
experiencing homelessness or housing vulnerability and experience of trauma.
• Need to be enthusiastic, reliable, energetic, positive, flexible, creative and non-judgemental. An ability
to multi-task and adapt to changing situations is an essential requirement.
• Excellent ability to engage with people in an empowering manner, demonstrating care and empathy
whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the challenges and solutions to working with a client group who may be
experiencing one or more of the following; poor health (physical and mental), substance misuse and
homelessness.
• Demonstrate knowledge of assessment methods, support planning and referral pathways that help
people experiencing homelessness or housing vulnerability to become and stay healthy.
• Effective communication skills; including verbal, written and active listening skills. Including experience
of recording case notes, completing referrals to other services and advocating on behalf of clients.
• Excellent administrative and IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, database usage and e-mail.
• High self-awareness and the ability to maintain personal well-being through periods of pressure and
stress, including managing own caseload.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work well in a team or independently.
• An understanding of health and safety policies and procedures that aim to keep staff and clients safe.
• Commitment to equal opportunities in our service delivery.
• Driving licence holder and access to a vehicle.
• Commitment to the values of Justlife;
o Collaboration before competition
o People before programmes
o Innovation before institution
Desirable
• Experience of service delivery for clients with multiple and complex needs, including group activities,
drop-ins and outreach.
• Experience of using the Outcome Star and Action Plan tool.
• Health and social care training (Level 2) or other sector relevant training such as Trauma Informed Care,
Psychologically Informed Environments.
Employment Terms and Conditions
Job Title: Specialist Support Worker
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week (full time or part time considered) Monday to Friday
Contract Type/Term: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Salary: £26,247 per annum - FTE
1) Annual leave entitlement is 27 days plus bank holidays.
2) This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a barred list check.
3) Relevant training opportunities, monthly supervision from line manager and external supervision
provided.
4) Further employment conditions are detailed in the employment contract, which is available to view upon
request.
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 15th August 2022
Interview dates week commencing: 22nd August 2022 TBC
Please send applications by email to Andy Morris at recruitment @justlife org uk
Please note:
You will receive an automated receipt of your application via email when submitted.
Shortlisting will take place w/c 15th August. If you do not hear from us by 5pm on Friday 19th August, please assume
your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are unable to provide feedback on unsuccessful
shortlisting.
Justlife is an equal opportunities employer and considers all applications received.
Justlife, working with people close to the streets.
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We are searching for a Night Housing and Support Worker (PT) to join our team based in Cheetham Hill, Manchester on a part time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £6,435 (Pro Rata) Per Annum Plus Pension & Other 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
This is an exciting time to join Depaul UK as we are rapidly expanding our organisation. Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK.
The Night Housing and Support Worker (PT) Role:
This is an exciting time to join Depaul UK as we are rapidly expanding our organisation. Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK.
We are looking for a passionate and motivated individual that is keen on impacting lives of vulnerable young people and adults at risk of homelessness in Cheetham Hill, Manchester.
The selected candidate will be employed as Night Housing and Support Worker on a part-time (12.5 hours), permanent basis.
As a part-time Night Housing and Support Worker, you will join a team of professionals delivering support service to vulnerable homeless female residents in a nine-bed residential project.
You will be responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive environment by ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients, volunteers and staff in the service at all times.
Key responsibilities of our Night Housing and Support Worker (PT):
- You will hold specific responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of the environment for clients, staff, visitors and volunteers through regular risk assessment, health and safety checks and reporting in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy.
- You will maintain the security of the property and by responding to any breach or identified defect as soon as practicable
- You will support occupants in the resolution of disputes relating to, for example, anti-social behaviour or other occupancy agreement breaches
What we're looking for in our Night Housing and Support Worker (PT):
You will have excellent communication skills and be committed to the values and ethos of Depaul UK.
- Experiencing of working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness
- Experience of using Risk Assessments and Support Planning.
- Experience of facilitating workshops and client involvement meetings
- Experience of operating safeguarding requirements and procedures
Benefits of becoming our Night Housing and Support Worker (PT):
- Flexible working and family-friendly policies
- Access to Perkbox giving you deals and discounts for a wide range of brands
- Up to 7% contributory pension
- Paid training & personal E-Learning portal
- Sabbatical leave
- Health cash plan
- Paid DBS
- Death in service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Working for Top 50 most diverse company
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Night Housing and Support Worker (PT) then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing Date for applications: Monday 8th August 2022 at 23:59
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.
We are searching for a Specialist Support Worker to join our team based in Camden on a full time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £24,989 Per Annum (Inc LW) Plus Pension and Other 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
This is an exciting time to join Depaul UK as we are rapidly expanding our organisation. Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK.
The Specialist Support Worker Role:
We are recruiting to fill the role of Specialist Support Worker. The selected candidate will join our team of professionals working alongside young people with mental health and complex needs. As a team, you will provide support and advice to ensure that these young people develop the skills and resilience to be confident and self-determining in their lives.
As Specialist Support Worker, you will manage a small caseload of young people with complex needs in the supported accommodation by taking responsibility for their well-being and day to day support in the service.
You will run one-to one and group support sessions within the accommodation and in the local community, aimed at achieving desired outcomes relating to accommodation, improved financial stability, improved social networks and improved engagement in meaningful activities.
In addition, you will work in collaboration with other team members and local agencies to support the wellbeing and safety of our clients.
What we're looking for in our Specialist Support Worker:
You will have excellent communication skills and be committed to the values and ethos of Depaul UK.
- A relevant qualification, for example in psychology, counselling, social work, mental health, and/or significant experience of working with young people with complex needs.
- Ability to work with children and young people whose behaviour is personally challenging.
- Ability to provide a therapeutic environment which contributes to young people’s health development (including sexual).
- Experience working in partnership with multi agency teams, including social workers and mental health professionals.
Benefits of becoming our Specialist Support Worker:
- Flexible working and family-friendly policies
- Access to Perkbox giving you deals and discounts for a wide range of brands
- Up to 7% contributory pension
- Paid training & personal E-Learning portal
- Sabbatical leave
- Health cash plan
- Paid DBS
- Death in service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Working for Top 50 most diverse company
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Specialist Support Worker then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing Date for Specialist Support Worker applications: Monday 8th August 2022 at 23:59
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.
Neston, Wirral
£19,212.25 - £21,011.11 (Depending on experience)
Full and part time opportunities available
Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old. The young people they care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.
Our client's homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and staff can enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks, shopping, building positive relationships and general life skills. They always encourage young people and staff to bring their hobbies and knowledge into the home whether this be knitting, fitness, cooking or even singing so there is never a dull moment.
Part of the role will be managing various levels of self-harm using a least restrictive approach, so you will require a high level of resilience and have a caring, compassionate nature. You will also be required to update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.
Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. All staff will be supported to achieve their Level 3 in Adult Care. You will also receive ongoing support and mentoring from friendly residential and clinical team.
The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people and mental health. This role would also suit psychology graduates looking to develop their experience working in a multi-disciplinary team or people with life experiences wanting to give something back. There are opportunities for excellent career progression, with many of our staff developing into senior residential roles.
Company Benefits
- 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)
- An additional day off each year for your birthday
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Paid Training & Induction
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Free parking available and good direct transport links
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service
Essential requirements of a Support Worker
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends/Bank Holidays
- Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- A professional working boundary between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations
Fancy the challenge? Apply today!
Additional Information
- Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
- 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.
- As part of their commitment to safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, Our client operates a safer recruitment process. As part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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About Safer London
Safer London is a leading charity working with young Londoners and their families affected by violence and exploitation. We believe that all young Londoners can have a positive and productive future.
Whatever their history, when a child or young person comes to Safer London, they are just that – a child or a young person. By working alongside young Londoners, their families and peers, as well as the places where they spend their time, we can create a safe London not just for them – but everyone.
About the role
We are looking for a motivated, driven Specialist Case Worker (Young Londoners affected by violence). This is a fantastic opportunity for you to play an integral role in improving the lives of young Londoners, their families, peers, and communities.
Core responsibilities of the role are, but not limited to:
• Delivering effective one to one support to children, young people and their families in line with the Safer London model of work in collaboration with young Londoners so that their voice is centred, and they receive the required support to meet their individual assessed needs
• Work in a manner which honours our organisational values and is responsive to the trauma and experiences young Londoners, families and communities experience.
• Carry out robust risk assessments and strengths-based needs assessments, ensuring safeguarding is the priority, to ensure the most appropriate intervention is offered and risks are managed and escalated appropriately.
• Maintain essential records accurately ensuring high quality case recording.
• Complete reports (which may be shared with statutory bodies such as the police, courts, children social care and can be shared with the family) that accurately reflect the work undertaken in professional manner.
• Maintain effective communication both written and verbal whether this is virtual, face-to-face.
If you are committed, resilient and ambitious Specialist case worker Specialist Case Worker (Young Londoners affected by violence) and believe you have what it takes to help us to improve the safety of young Londoners and their families then please apply.
Additional Information
We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect anyone who works and volunteers with us to share this commitment.
We request an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) check as part of the recruitment process, the level will depend on the role you are being recruited to.
At Safer London we value diversity and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We know that in order to make London a safer place for the young people that live here, we need a diverse range of perspectives, experience, and knowledge.
Our Benefits Package
Safer London continually reviews its pay and offers generous benefits:
• Safer London is an agile working organisation. This means you have flexibility to work across different locations e.g. from home, our current office premises (Southwark) and community locations (café/co-working spaces) when you are not delivering face to face work in the community.
• Our Flexible Working Policy allows requests from day 1.
• Pension Scheme
• Season Ticket Loans
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Mental Health Free Helpline
• Death in Service Benefit
• Acting up, additional responsibilities and student supervisor roles provide opportunities to develop and progress your career. Recognised by additional pay.
• Holiday Allowance - You will be entitled to 28 days holiday plus bank holidays and other statutory holidays, part time employees receive a pro-rata entitlement
• Annual leave linked to length of service - 3 years’ service 30 days and 5 years’ service 33 days, part time employees receive a pro-rata entitlement.
How to apply
Please make sure you find the Job Description on the left-hand side of the Webrecruit page after you click ‘Apply Now’ or on Safer London’s Website.
To apply please complete the online application and submit it by Midnight on the 28 August 2022 as part of the online application, you will be required to confirm you have read our Privacy and Cookie Policy and Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.
As an agile working organisation, shortlisting will take place on a rolling basis and the closing date is subject to change at any time. Interviews are currently taking place via video conference.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process or if you experience any technical issues when trying to access and/or complete the application through the online portal, please contact us via the “Contact us” section of our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
SUPPORT WORKER
37 hours per week
SCP5-6 £19,650 - £20,043
Sleep in payment £37.72 per night + ESSENTIAL CAR USER ALLOWANCE
BASED IN BLACKBURN AND BOLTON
We are advertising for a Support Worker at our Young Parents’ Service to work in Blackburn and Bolton. You will work as a member of the team providing support, supervision and practical assistance to young parents and their babies or toddlers in residential accommodation. This is a brilliant opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people who use our service.
The role involves offering support with developing independent living skills, budgeting, maintenance of a tenancy and promoting confident parenting in line with the support plan.
You will need to have sound knowledge of the effects of homelessness, needs of young parents and the support required to improve outcomes for young children and their parents.
The role involves residential shift working which includes a mix of daytime hours, evenings, weekends and sleep ins. Shifts will vary depending on the rota and will be split between our Bolton and Blackburn projects. Flexibility is essential to ensure service need is met. An NVQ2 in Health & Social Care (Adults) or equivalent work experience is essential.
Closing date: Friday, 12 August 2022
However applications will be reviewed as they are received and we reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.
Caritas follows Safer Recruitment practices and this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check. This role is restricted for females under the Occupational Requirement, Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.
The post holder must hold a full UK Driving Licence, with the use of a car insured for business use as they will need to drive between both units.
To apply, please visit our website - Careers- Caritas Diocese of Salford for an application pack and where to send it to.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.