Support Worker

Kingdom People; Upton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for Support Workers to assist in homeless hostels in Upton. The role offers flexible shifts and requires experience in supporting vulnerable individuals. Ideal candidates will be empathetic, patient, and able to set safe boundaries. Competitive pay and various benefits are provided, making it suitable for anyone wanting to flexibly work in social care.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates of pay

Weekly pay via BACS

Holiday pay

Mandatory training

Optional workplace pension

24/7 emergency contact availability

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting homeless adults or similar background.
• Experience with individuals facing alcohol and/or substance misuse issues is advantageous.
• Must possess skills to work with vulnerable individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to vulnerable individuals in homeless hostels.
• Maintain safe working boundaries.
• Help clients deal with traumatic experiences.

Skills

Experience in supporting homeless individuals

Emotional resilience

Empathy

Ability to maintain boundaries

Job description

Overview

We are actively recruiting Support Workers to cover shifts at homeless hostels and supported living services in Dorset, due to a high demand for our services. The majority of the work available at this time involves supporting homeless females.

We offer a range of shift patterns for our Support Workers, including earlies, lates, long days, and waking nights. You have the flexibility to choose which shift pattern you prefer to work. Our Support Workers value the ability to work as much or as little as they like, fitting work around their lifestyle and other commitments, or making working with us their primary source of income.

Ideal candidate / Responsibilities

We are seeking candidates with experience in supporting homeless adults or a similar background. Experience in supporting homeless individuals with alcohol and/or substance misuse issues would be advantageous.

The ideal Support Worker will possess the skills and mindset to work with vulnerable individuals who have faced traumatic situations leading to their current situation. They should be emotionally resilient, patient, empathetic, and understand the importance of consistency in their approach and communication. The ability to create and maintain safe working boundaries with the individuals being supported is crucial, as these individuals may display challenging and unpredictable behaviours at times.

How to apply

If you are interested in pursuing this career opportunity and believe you possess the necessary skills, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates of pay
• Weekly pay via BACS
• Holiday pay earned separately from the hourly rate
• Enhanced Child and Adult Workforce DBS provided *
• Mandatory training and certifications provided for personal use *
• Optional workplace pension*
• Experienced and friendly Health & Social Care Consultants to support you, including:
• Detailed information about each project provided prior to your first shift
• Additional supervised support and training within the project when requested or required
• Encouragement to continuously upskill
• 24/7 emergency contact availability

*Terms apply.

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Kingdom People is an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy