Support Worker - Rotherham, United Kingdom - Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council

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Rush House

17 Lindum Terrace

Doncaster Road

Rotherham

S65 1NJ

Based at:
Lindum Terrace


Hours: 28 per week hours over 2-week rota (Current shift times are 7.45am-3.15pm & 2.45pm -10.15pm)


Salary:
£15,473 per annum based on 28 hours per week (FTE £20,446).


Rush House is a non-profit charity, supporting young people ages 16-25 with accommodation and wraparound support to give them the best opportunity to succeed, offering person centred support tailored to each individuals need.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated support worker to join our team providing onsite support to vulnerable young people accommodated in our hostel as well as support to young care leavers accommodated in our dispersed properties as and when need arises.

You must have a positive and enthusiastic approach and be committed to helping them manage their tenancy and achieve independent living.


We are looking for someone who has a good understanding of the issues faced by homeless people and those with complex needs and can demonstrate the skills needed to motivate and engage with this vulnerable client group.

Applicants should be aware that duties may involve some lone working supported by relevant policies and procedures.

As a 24-7, service the role will involve some weekends and public holidays to support vulnerable young people who have experienced homelessness.

The post holder will be expected to work within the agreed hours and shift patterns, which are relevant to the service.

This may be reviewed from time to time to ensure services are accessible to service users and meet their needs.


Closing date for this post is 12pm Monday 21st
August 2023

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 29th
August 2023


RUSH House will challenge discrimination in all areas of its work and we are committed to safeguarding all persons using our services.


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