Relief Social Care Worker

Fife Council; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Fife Council is seeking motivated individuals to fill the keyworker role in residential care for older people. This position involves creating and reviewing care plans while ensuring service users have access to meaningful community experiences. Candidates must work collaboratively within a dynamic team and are expected to hold or work towards SVQ 3 qualifications in care standards. This role promises a fulfilling opportunity within a supportive environment, contributing to the care of vulnerable individuals.

Qualifications

• Provide care and support that meets Health and Social Care standards.
• Work collaboratively with other services to support planning and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Create, monitor, and review care plans.
• Promote service users' access to opportunities in their communities.

Skills

Motivation

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

SVQ 3 or working towards it

Job description

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We are looking for motivated and driven individuals with good values and a genuine interest in the care and support of Older People; with experience of care within a highly complex yet rewarding environment.

Based in one of our 8 residential care homes, the successful candidate will undertake the keyworker role, which involves creating, monitoring, and reviewing care plans, keeping accurate records of support planning, and ensuring the service user is offered appropriate opportunities, experiences, and support within their care plan. The role also involves promoting service users' access to opportunities in their local communities and enabling them to continue living meaningful lives.

We provide ongoing care and support to vulnerable older people. Our care homes also support a respite, STAR unit, and day service.

Fife Council is committed to delivering services that are responsive, reliable, efficient, and effective.

A link to the role profile is included at the bottom of the advert, providing more details about the job and the qualities we seek in candidates.

The Person

Provide care and support that meets the Health and Social Care standards.

Work collaboratively with other Council services and partner agencies to support effective planning and delivery of care and support.

Ability to work flexibly and creatively within a dynamic and ambitious team is essential.

Must have or be able to work towards the required qualification SVQ 3, as mandated by the Scottish Social Services Council. Once qualified, it is the individual's responsibility to inform the Scottish Social Services Council accordingly.