Support Worker x 2

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join their team. This role is crucial in providing high-quality support to vulnerable individuals, helping them achieve positive life outcomes. As a Support Worker, you will empower clients to make informed choices and lead sustainable lifestyles while managing day-to-day activities within a busy environment. If you are motivated, solution-focused, and passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you to contribute to meaningful change in the community.

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with a positive attitude towards supporting vulnerable clients.
• Proven ability to manage workload and lead meetings with external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality support programs for clients.
• Empower clients to make positive life choices and lead sustainable lifestyles.

Skills

Positive attitude

Time management

Solution-focused

Decision-making under pressure

Job description

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Interview Date: 23-24 May

The Salvation Army forms part of the Christian church and boasts an extensive social remit, providing a range of social and community services, including services for children and the elderly, those trapped in modern-day slavery, homeless people, individuals struggling with addiction, and people seeking employment.

Key Responsibilities:

The role of Support Worker with The Salvation Army is an inspirational one and key to achieving successful outcomes for clients. As a motivated and dynamic Support Worker you will be responsible for assisting with delivering a high-quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. You will address clients' support needs, enable them to make positive life choices and ultimately empower them to lead more sustainable lifestyles. You will also complete day-to-day activities including administration tasks and reception duties to support the successful operation of Southwark Young People Service.

Requirements:

• Positive attitude and a high level of motivation towards supporting vulnerable clients to achieve focussed and positive life outcomes.
• Ability to work in a busy environment, be solution-focused, show good time management skills, and demonstrate the ability to prioritise and make decisions under pressure.
• Ability to work within the ethos of The Salvation Army with regards to delivering services to vulnerable people without discrimination.
• Ability to manage own workload and caseload and take the lead at meetings with external agencies.