Vacancies : Project Worker

West Dunbartonshire Council; Ashton; On-site; ZAR 460,000 - 592,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension with employer’s contrib.

25 days annual leave increasing to 35

Wellbeing supports

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking a full-time Project Worker for the Ashton View Project to support people experiencing homelessness as they move from temporary accommodation toward permanent housing. You will build relationships, identify goals and help develop life skills for greater independence and wellbeing.

The role involves day and night shifts with 24-hour support; PVG checks are required and enhanced night-pay is offered.

Qualifications

• This is a Regulated Role with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020; PVG membership is essential.
• PVG Scheme update checks may be required prior to a formal offer.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, professional relationships with the people supported and identify their strengths, aspirations and goals.
• Support individuals to develop essential life skills, promoting independence, resilience and long-term wellbeing.
• Provide a 24-hour support service with a mix of day and night shifts; enhanced payments apply for night shifts.

Job description

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Homeless Service at the Ashton View Project, West Dunbartonshire Council. We are seeking full-time Project Worker to join our dedicated team. Ashton View provides high-quality support to vulnerable individuals experiencing homelessness as they transition from temporary accommodation into permanent or other appropriate long-term housing.

As part of our team, you will build positive, professional relationships with the people we support, working alongside them to identify their strengths, aspirations, and goals. You will also support individuals to develop essential life skills and other abilities that promote independence, resilience, and long-term wellbeing.

This role involves working a combination of day shifts and night shifts, providing 24 hour support to residents. In recognition of the responsibilities associated with overnight working, enhanced payments are made for night shifts in addition to the basic salary.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a supportive and experienced team, contributing to the delivery of compassionate, person-centred and effective services for people experiencing homelessness.

If you hold a relevant professional qualification and have a strong understanding of homelessness and the challenges associated with it, we would welcome your application. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in our community while developing your skills within a rewarding and dynamic service.

Requirements

This post is considered a Regulated Role with Children and Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Further details of this scheme can be found here.

Preferred applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council.

Benefits

• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support

Now that you have read the role and what we have to offer, we would love to hear from you.

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