Flexible Relief Care Practitioner

Ark Housing Association Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

ARK Housing Association is seeking Relief Support Practitioners to work across Edinburgh locations, providing flexible relief staffing to support vulnerable people. Duties include working with colleagues, providing individual care, updating records using Arks IMS on a tablet, and maintaining positive relationships.

Relief roles have no contracted hours and are offered as and when needed to cover sickness or other staffing needs.

Qualifications

• 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, Support Worker.

Responsibilities

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.
• Communicate and work well with our supported people 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.

Skills

Care Worker

Social Worker

Home Carer

Case Worker

Care Assistant

Autism Support Worker

Personal Care Assistant

Social Care Worker

Support Worker

Job description

ARK Housing Association is seeking Relief Support Practitioners to work across Edinburgh locations, providing flexible relief staffing to support vulnerable people. Duties include working with colleagues, providing individual care, updating records using Arks IMS on a tablet, and maintaining positive relationships.

Relief roles have no contracted hours and are offered as and when needed to cover sickness or other staffing needs.