Relief Support Practitioner - Newton Stewart

Turning Point Scotland; Newton Stewart; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals for the Relief Support Practitioner role. This position offers flexibility, allowing you to choose your working hours while making a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable adults. You will provide practical and emotional support, helping individuals achieve their personal goals and improve their well-being. Join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those with mental health issues and learning disabilities. If you're enthusiastic about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Genuine commitment to support individuals in their daily lives.
• Ability to engage individuals with hobbies and interests.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to empower individuals.
• Encourage community involvement and personal outcomes.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

IT Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant Experience in Support Roles

Training in Mental Health

Job description

Make a Lasting Impact with Your Spare Time

Are you passionate about helping others but find it challenging to commit to a full-time role? Look no further! Our relief support practitioner role offers you the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact on people's lives, while maintaining the flexibility that suits your schedule.

Embark on an emotionally rewarding journey and apply today!

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Relief Support Practitioner, unlike other support roles, with Turning Point Scotland, no two days are the same!

You will provide individualised support to each person and engaging them with hobbies and interests to empower individuals to develop skills and independence.

About You

Joining our team as a relief support practitioner grants you the power to choose when and how often you wish to work. This flexibility allows you to maintain a healthy work-life balance and pursue other personal commitments while making a positive difference in your community.

You will have a genuine commitment to use your skills to support people to live their best lives. You will be supported by an incredibly approachable management team, allowing you to expand on your existing knowledge whilst developing new skills.

About Us – Newton Stewart

We are a residential service and support people with mental health issues, physical health & learning disabilities. As a team we provide 24/7 support to live their best lives.

As a Relief Support Practitioner, you will work with individuals providing them with practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives e.g. keeping safe, meaningful activities, community involvement, physical health, relationships, emotional health and wellbeing.

If you are dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that IT skills are required for all our vacancies.

Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within 6 months of start date.

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