Perth Support Workers

Ark People Housing Care; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Southwestern Ontario is looking for Support Workers to assist young people through their transition into adulthood. Responsibilities include providing social and emotional support, effective teamwork, and maintaining accurate records. Suitable candidates should have strong communication skills and a passion for helping others. The role offers full training, career progression opportunities, and a variety of employee perks, including up to 36 days of paid holiday annually, an employer pension scheme, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Up to 36 days paid holiday

4% Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Fully funded PVG & SSSC registration

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting young people in their transition to adulthood.
• No previous experience required as full training will be provided.
• Ability to maintain accurate records using digital systems.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable service users through effective teamwork.
• Provide individual care while maintaining appropriate relationships.
• Encourage and give positive feedback during activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Perth Support Workers - Young People Transitioning Service

Earn up to £23,555.29 per year pro rata - 25 / 26 Pay Award Pending

Full time positions available! Part time will be considered.

We are looking for individuals who have a passion to support young people through their transition into adulthood. This could include college support, being in their first tenancy, enhancing life skills and supporting group activities. You will provide social, emotional and practical support to meet young people’s agreed outcomes.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!

Your main duties will be but not limited to :

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
• Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.

Find out what you working week could look like.

Hear from our current Support Workers.

Why Ark?

• No Previous Experience Required

  Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care.

• Get a qualification while you work

  Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team.

• Employee Discounts

  Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays.

• Career Progression

  Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally.

• Employee Assistance Program

  Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App.

• Contracted hours to suit you

  We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland.

• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

  Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year.

• Enhanced Overtime

  Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to an enhanced rate.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you :

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
• 4% Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark
• Blue Light Card

Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.

To apply, click the link below.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

Supporting Documents :

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

Previous experience of the following is an advantage but not essential as Ark will provide full training : Care Worker, Social worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant , Social Care Worker.

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.