Support Worker - Homeless Hostel (24/7 Care & Growth)

NIFHA; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

12 statutory days

Contributory pension scheme

Training and Development Opportunities

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Apex Housing Association is recruiting a Support Worker for the House in the Wells hostel, Derry/Londonderry. The role involves caring for up to 24 homeless men with addiction issues and providing constant staff support across the year.

The ideal candidate has a QCF level 2-equivalent qualification or two years’ relevant experience, and must be registered with NISCC or register within six months. Computer literacy is required, and the post is based on site in Derry/Londonderry.

Qualifications

• Completion of a qualification equivalent to QCF level 2 and at least one year’s experience with homeless individuals/addiction issues.
• Alternatively, at least two years’ experience in a community or residential setting working with homeless individuals/addiction problems.
• Must be registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months if new to the sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour staff support services to residents.
• Support up to 24 homeless men with addiction issues in a community/residential setting.

Skills

Computer literacy

Experience with homelessness/addiction

Education

QCF level 2 equivalent

Job description

Apex Housing Association is recruiting a Support Worker for the House in the Wells hostel, Derry/Londonderry. The role involves caring for up to 24 homeless men with addiction issues and providing constant staff support across the year.

The ideal candidate has a QCF level 2-equivalent qualification or two years’ relevant experience, and must be registered with NISCC or register within six months. Computer literacy is required, and the post is based on site in Derry/Londonderry.