Support Worker - Plymouth, United Kingdom - The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army

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Plymouth, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Hours: 36 hours per week (fixed 3-week rota including lates and weekends)

Interview Date:
To be confirmed

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 our vulnerable clients.

As a motivated and dynamic support worker you will be responsible for developing and delivering a high-quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control.

You will work to address client's support needs, enabling them to make positive life choices and ultimately empower them to lead more sustainable lifestyles.

Level 3 qualification in related field or willingness to work towards it.
Knowledge of the main support needs which are commonly faced by homeless and vulnerable clients.
Ability to work in a busy environment, be solution focused, show good time management skills and can demonstrate ability to prioritise and make decisions under pressure.
Motivation towards supporting vulnerable clients to achieve focussed and positive life outcomes.

In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
**_ Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy._