ARC Senior Support Worker (CS) Grade 6

Cardiff Council; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Wales is seeking an ARC Senior Support Worker to deliver flexible care packages to young people and families. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Health and Social Care and experience working with adolescents, offering supervision and mentorship. This role requires creativity, flexibility in working hours, and the ability to thrive in team settings. Join us to make a positive change in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adolescents and families during times of need.
• Hold a Diploma in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Participate in delivering flexible and responsive care packages.
• Provide respite, intervention, outreach, and family support.
• Support families in developing problem-solving skills and resilience.

Skills

Creativity and flexibility

Team collaboration

Experience with adolescents and families

Supervisory and mentoring

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

ARC Senior Support Worker (CS) Grade 6

Cardiff Council, Cardiff, CF104UW

£32,862 per year - estimated ? NEW

You are creative and flexible in your approach to working with young people and their families, using strengths-based and person-centered methods. You hold a Diploma in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification in teaching, nursing, or youth work. You have experience working with adolescents and families during times of need, and have supervisory or mentoring experience. You are able to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, and can thrive in a team setting.

Participate in the Regional Edge of Care Service team to deliver flexible and responsive care packages. Provide respite, intervention, outreach, and family support to young people and their families. Work in community settings, homes, and ARC centers to deliver evidence-based interventions. Support families in developing problem-solving skills, resilience, and achieving positive change. Respond quickly to crises, helping families address and overcome difficulties to prevent escalation and maintain family unity.

• Creativity and flexibility in approach
• Strong team collaboration
• Experience with adolescents and families
• Supervisory and mentoring abilities
• Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends
• Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent