Support Worker - Arrdeir House (Mental Health Services)

VSA LLC; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable mental health service provider in Aberdeen is seeking a part-time Support/Care Worker for Arrdeir House. This permanent role supports residents with mental health conditions, offering a competitive salary and benefits. Responsibilities include daily living assistance, effective communication with service users, and helping maintain a safe environment. Training is provided, and a willingness to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services is essential. The position requires flexibility and commitment to improve users' well-being.

Benefits

Company pension

Generous annual leave

Refer a friend programme

Investment in personal development

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Willingness to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare within 3 years.
• Food Hygiene certificate is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support service users in daily living according to their needs.
• Communicate effectively and maintain safety and hygiene standards.
• Assist users in developing social networks and independence.

Job description

VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join our Arrdeir House (Mental Health Service) as a Support/Care Worker based in Aberdeen. This will be a Part-time, Permanent position supporting the care of our residents and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

This rewarding role involves providing a professional and caring service to our service users and although prior experience would be welcome, it is not essential as full training on the job will be provided. We welcome applications from those working in social care currently as well as those who are seeking a change of direction and are passionate about making a difference to people’s lives.

Hours: 28 hours per week

Working Pattern/Rota: 2 week rolling rota, working 4 shifts over 7 days including late and early shifts and every second weekend working. In addition you will be expected to do between 2-4 sleepovers per month, for which an additional sleepover allowance will be paid per night. Flexibility is key if you are applying for this role.

Post status: Permanent – Part-time

Rate of pay: £12.81 per hour

We offer staff fantastic benefits including:

• Company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme-Receive £215 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes
• Access to our employee discount scheme

Service Information:

Arrdeir House provides residential placements and 24 hour support for adults with ongoing and enduring mental health conditions. The main aim of the service is to promote independence and this is achieved by providing recovery-focused support, based on each individual’s needs and requirements.

Purpose of Role:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Qualifications / Training / Education:

Essential: Willingness and ability to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare within 3 years of appointment or as determined by VSA.

Desirable: SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare.

Food Hygiene certificate.

Experience:

Experience of working in a busy environment.

Key Skills / Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
• Ability to write short reports.

Personal Qualities:

• Approachable
• Ethical
• Non-judgemental
• Team-worker
• Health and Safety aware
• Client Focused
• Organised

Other Job Requirements:

To comply with the registration and qualification requirements as laid down by the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) and to strictly adhere to the SSSC Codes of Practice. Ability to deal with difficult behaviour following VSA standards and procedures.

If this role looks of interest to you, apply today!