Support Practitioner - Transform Lives in Home Care

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts and mileage

In-house training opportunities

Refer a Friend £150

Employee Forum

Glasgow Credit Union membership

Health care plan

Counselling & Life Works

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Dunfermline is recruiting a Support Practitioner to aid individuals with disabilities and additional support needs in daily living, including medication and finances, household tasks and personal care.

Applicants should be empathetic, with experience in mental health support, strong communication and organisational skills, and a full UK driving licence. Remote work is not indicated and the role requires local availability.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and caring nature.
• Experience of supporting individuals with mental health needs.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
• Good organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals living in their own homes with daily activities and personal care.
• Assist with medication and finances, housework, meal prep, and cooking.
• Support engagement in hobbies and activities of interest to the people supported.

Skills

Empathetic & caring

Mental health support experience

Observation skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Dunfermline is recruiting a Support Practitioner to aid individuals with disabilities and additional support needs in daily living, including medication and finances, household tasks and personal care.

Applicants should be empathetic, with experience in mental health support, strong communication and organisational skills, and a full UK driving licence. Remote work is not indicated and the role requires local availability.