Support Worker

Sellick Partnership; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment organization is looking for a committed Support Worker in Exeter to provide vital assistance to service users and help them build independence. The role involves a holistic approach to support, collaboration with other agencies, and record-keeping. Candidates need an enhanced DBS check, a valid driving license, and experience working with individuals affected by homelessness. This is a temporary position offering a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Must have a driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Experience working with individuals affected by homelessness.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in becoming independent.
• Collaborate with various agencies to address specific needs.
• Aid service users in exploring educational and employment options.
• Maintain detailed records and implement action plans.

Skills

Ability to support independence

Experience with mental health

Record-keeping

Transport capability

Job description

Support Worker

£13.66 - £18.14 per hour

Exeter

37 hours per week

Temporary ongoing contract - minimum 3 months

Sellick Partnership is supporting an organisation to recruit for a Support Worker on a temporary basis.

Key responsibilities of the Support Worker:

• Take a holistic approach to support the service and help people to move forward with the skills to be independent in managing on their own
• Work closely with other agencies around specific needs including mental health, substance misuse, benefits, private letting agents and landlords and/or others.
• Assist service users in exploring options around education, training, and employment
• Support a wide range of service users from varying backgrounds with varying support needs
• Maintain records and putting into place action plans

Essential Criteria of the Support Worker:

• Enhanced DBS (adults and children) on the update service
• Driving license and access to own vehicles
• Previously worked with people affected by homelessness

If you are interested in the role of the Support Worker, then please apply now or for more information contact Harry Rigby at the Sellick Partnership Derby office.

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