Support Worker - Angus

Hillcrest; Arbroath, Carnoustie, Monifieth; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Support Workers to provide essential care and support to individuals with learning disabilities and mental health challenges. In this rewarding role, you will empower service users to achieve their goals and enjoy fulfilling lives by assisting them with daily activities and encouraging social participation. With a focus on high standards of care, you will work collaboratively within a supportive team environment. This position offers flexible working patterns and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Patterns

Comprehensive Health and Well-being Package

Free access to online discounts

Death in Service Benefit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to support individuals with daily living tasks.
• Willingness to undertake required qualifications for SSSC registration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care in line with individual outcome plans.
• Support individuals in achieving positive life outcomes.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Time keeping skills

Transferrable skills relating to care

Education

SVQ level 2 qualification

Job description

Our service provides a range of support across Arbroath/Carnoustie/Monifieth. Providing care and support to individuals with learning disabilities and those who are experiencing mental health issues and substance misuse.

Our staff provide support to individuals within their own homes on an outreach basis working seven days a week depending on the needs of the people we support.

The Role

The role of Support Worker will include:

• Delivering a high standard of care for individuals in line with their outcome plans
• Providing support to individuals with day to day living in order to help people achieve positive outcomes in life
• Providing support and encouragement to enable our Service Users to participate and enjoy leisure and social activities
• Working as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care and support to individuals to help them to achieve their agreed individual outcomes
• Adhering to the standards laid down by the Scottish Social Services Council Codes of Practice and Hillcrest Futures Policies and Procedures

You Will

• Be a good communicator, both written and verbal
• Be able to support individuals with tasks such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting and attending various appointments
• Be organised with good time keeping skills
• Be able to demonstrate transferrable skills relating to care
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to undertake required qualification for SSSC registration, SVQ level 2
• Be required to obtain registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of taking up the post
• Have a full UK driving licence

Company Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working Patterns
• Comprehensive Health and Well-being Package
• Free access to on-line discounts for well-known retailers
• Death in Service Benefit (up to three times your salary)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (great savings from 25% - 39% on bikes and accessories)
• Tech Scheme (great savings of up to 12% on computers or laptops)
• Hours per week: Various full time and part time hours
• Rate of pay: £12.00 per hour + Company Benefits