Community Outreach Worker Role Profile
Community Outreach Worker 37 x 2 posts available for job share
Location: Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City
Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City, is a vibrant and welcoming place to live and work. Nestled between the rugged beauty of Dartmoor National Park and the stunning South Devon coastline, and bordering Cornwall, Plymouth offers an exceptional work-life balance. As a progressive local authority, we offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and excellent opportunities for professional development.
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and organised Community Outreach Worker to join our friendly and supportive Community Outreach Team.
About The Role
As a Community Outreach Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the care management process. You will work with adults with a variety of needs, promoting independence, health, and wellbeing. Your work will help individuals improve their quality of life and build meaningful connections within their communities.
Key Responsibilities Include
Supporting individuals to access services and community resources.
Providing advice, information, and signposting to appropriate agencies.
Facilitating involvement in local and wider community activities.
Contributing to care planning and review processes.
We Are Looking For Someone With
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
Experience and knowledge of the care planning and review process.
A sound understanding of Care Management, Community Care principles, and relevant legislation.
A relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Care / Promoting Independence, or equivalent.
The Disclosure & Barring Service Check requirement for this post is: Enhanced Check + DBS Children’s Barred List & DBS Adult’s Barred List
We are a flexible employer and provide a variety of working arrangements tailored to the needs of each role.
Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.
As part of our commitment to promoting equality we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.
Want to Know More?
If you would like more information or wish to arrange an informal discussion about the post, please contact: Nick Mucha-Cable 01752 398577
Closing date: Sunday 15 June
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