Support Worker inLoanhead inLoanhead PUBLISHED 19 SEP 2024
£23,400-£25,754 per annum, depending on position, qualifications and experience.
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Contract: Permanent - Full-time positions available.
Location:
Midlothian - various positions and locations within Midlothian available.
Salary:
£23,400-£25,754 per annum, depending on position, qualifications and experience.
21 HSC are looking to recruit a number of Homelessness Support Workers for various locations around the Midlothian area for a large charity. All the roles are on a full-time permanent basis working 36 hours per week which is made up from 4x 9-hour shifts. We have both day shift and night shift contracts available as well as some Senior Support Worker positions available. There is also an element of weekend working, you are required to work every second weekend.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Provide support that positively impacts the service user’s health and wellbeing.
- Contribute and implement support plans.
- Be responsible for the delivery of all support and its administration, including personal care, tenancy support, health needs (including assistance with medication), personal development, emotional needs, and inclusion.
- Previous experience working within the homelessness sector and/or experience working within criminal justice with people who have substance misuse problems.
- SVQ 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable.
To apply for this role, please click apply and send an up-to-date CV in support of your application in the first instance. For more information about the positions available and a detailed job description, please contact Sean Carruthers at 21 HSC. Suitable applicants will be contacted asap with a view to securing an interview with the Service Managers of the service and will be invited for an initial face to face/teams interview with one of our recruitment team.
21 HSC Limited is an equal opportunities employer
Support Worker / Senior Support Worker- Homelessness / Temporary Accommodation
Contract: Permanent - Full-time positions available.
Location:
Midlothian - various positions and locations within Midlothian available.
Salary:
£23,400-£25,754 per annum, depending on position, qualifications and experience.
21 HSC are looking to recruit a number of Homelessness Support Workers for various locations around the Midlothian area for a large charity. All the roles are on a full-time permanent basis working 36 hours per week which is made up from 4x 9-hour shifts. We have both day shift and night shift contracts available as well as some Senior Support Worker positions available. There is also an element of weekend working, you are required to work every second weekend.
Role and Responsibilities:
To apply for this role, please click apply and send an up-to-date CV in support of your application in the first instance. For more information about the positions available and a detailed job description, please contact Sean Carruthers at 21 HSC. Suitable applicants will be contacted asap with a view to securing an interview with the Service Managers of the service and will be invited for an initial face to face/teams interview with one of our recruitment team.
21 HSC Limited is an equal opportunities employer
Contract: Permanent - Full-time positions available.
Location:
Midlothian - various positions and locations within Midlothian available.
Salary:
£23,400-£25,754 per annum, depending on position, qualifications and experience.
21 HSC are looking to recruit a number of Homelessness Support Workers for various locations around the Midlothian area for a large charity. All the roles are on a full-time permanent basis working 36 hours per week which is made up from 4x 9-hour shifts. We have both day shift and night shift contracts available as well as some Senior Support Worker positions available. There is also an element of weekend working, you are required to work every second weekend.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Provide support that positively impacts the service user’s health and wellbeing.
- Contribute and implement support plans.
- Be responsible for the delivery of all support and its administration, including personal care, tenancy support, health needs (including assistance with medication), personal development, emotional needs, and inclusion.
- Previous experience working within the homelessness sector and/or experience working within criminal justice with people who have substance misuse problems.
- SVQ 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable.
To apply for this role, please click apply and send an up-to-date CV in support of your application in the first instance. For more information about the positions available and a detailed job description, please contact Sean Carruthers at 21 HSC. Suitable applicants will be contacted asap with a view to securing an interview with the Service Managers of the service and will be invited for an initial face to face/teams interview with one of our recruitment team.
21 HSC Limited is an equal opportunities employer
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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