Overview
Accommodation & Community Support Worker
Job ref: ACSW/BH/0925 • Job type: Permanent • Quantity of Posts Available: 2 • Closing date: Thursday 25 Sep 2025 16:00
Location: Bonds Hill, Derry/Londonderry • Hours: 35 hours per week – three 12.5 hour shifts, including weekends and waking nights
Salary: £23,355 - £24,832 per annum (£12.83 - £13.64 per hour)
About Us At Simon Community, our values define who we are and how we support those in need. We are non-judgmental in every interaction, supportive, meeting people where they are, trustworthy, building relationships based on respect, and dedicated to ending homelessness and improving lives.
Role Overview
As a Support Worker, you'll be part of a dedicated team providing 24-hour support to individuals accessing our services. This includes working within hostels, family units, and remote support settings to help people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Responsibilities
Note: The original text describes the role and context; responsibilities are implied by the role description. Key focus areas include providing 24-hour support in hostel and related settings and assisting individuals at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
What You'll Need
Essential Criteria
* A clear commitment to our core values: Non-Judgmental, Supportive, Trustworthy, and Dedicated
* Basic IT skills (email, internet, data entry)
* Registered with NISCC (or willingness to register upon appointment)
* Willingness to undergo an Access NI check
Desirable Criteria
* Minimum of six months' experience (paid or voluntary in the last 3 years) working with individuals facing multiple and complex needs, including: homelessness prevention, substance misuse, offending behavior, mental health challenges, support for young people
* Experience identifying support needs, assessing risks, and developing tailored support plans
* A degree in Social Work or current enrollment in a Social Work degree program
Benefits
* Pension Scheme
* Employer-Funded Healthcare (Benenden Health & Health Shield)
* Death in Service Benefit
* Generous Annual Leave
* Free Access NI Check
* Occupational Sick Pay
* Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
* Learning & Development Opportunities
* Management Development Programmes
* Long Service Recognition
* Blue Light Card (exclusive discounts)
* Accredited as a Great Place to Work (2024)
How to Apply
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Additional Information
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Individual and Family Services
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