Hostel Support & Wellbeing Advocate

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local organization in Belfast is seeking a Support Worker to provide emotional support and care in a homeless hostel. The role involves key working with a small case load and ensuring a safe environment for service users. Candidates should have at least six months of relevant experience and good communication skills. This is a temporary position with flexible hours of up to 25 hours per week. The salary varies based on the age of the candidate, and only eligible benefit claimants can apply.

Qualifications

• Six month’s experience in the field of homelessness or residential care or equivalent.
• Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of the support needs of service users.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and advice to service users.
• Deliver key working to small case load.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are adhered to.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Job description

A local organization in Belfast is seeking a Support Worker to provide emotional support and care in a homeless hostel. The role involves key working with a small case load and ensuring a safe environment for service users. Candidates should have at least six months of relevant experience and good communication skills. This is a temporary position with flexible hours of up to 25 hours per week. The salary varies based on the age of the candidate, and only eligible benefit claimants can apply.