Support Worker, House in the Wells, Derry~Londonderry

NIFHA - Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Association; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in Derry~Londonderry seeks a dedicated Support Worker for their male harm reduction hostel. The role involves caring for homeless individuals with addiction issues, providing essential support services 24/7. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience dealing with vulnerable populations.

Benefits

20 days paid annual leave

12 statutory holidays

Occupational sick pay/maternity pay

Contributory pensions scheme

Training and Development Opportunities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• At least one year experience with homeless individuals or addiction problems.
• Currently registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care for up to 24 homeless men with addiction issues.
• Work in a harm reduction hostel with 24-hour staff support.

Skills

Computer Literacy

Education

Relevant qualification equivalent to QCF level 2

Job description

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Support Worker, House in the Wells, Derry~Londonderry Apex Housing Association

• Location: House in the Wells, Derry-Londonderry
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: 40
• Job Ref: SWHITW/06/25

The House in the Wells is a male harm reduction hostel accommodation giving support and care for up to 24 homeless men with addiction issues and is situated close to the city centre of Derry~Londonderry. The House in the Wells provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year.

Completion of a relevant qualification equivalent to QCF level 2
AND
At least one years’ experience formal or informal working with homeless individuals and/or individuals who suffer addiction problems in a community or residential setting.

Must be currently registered with NISCC or must achieve registration within 6 months if new to the sector.

OR

At least two years’ experience formal or informal, working with homeless individuals and/or individuals who suffer addiction problems in a community or residential setting.

Must be currently registered with NISCC or must achieve registration within 6 months if new to the sector.

Be able to demonstrate an adequate level of computer literacy

Employee Benefits
20 days paid annual leave and 12 statutory, Occupational sick pay / maternity pay, Contributory pensions scheme, Training and Development Opportunities. Free onsite parking.

• 10 Butcher Street Derry City Co Londonderry BT48 6HL