We're looking for 2 kind, compassionate, and resilient Specialist Support Workers to join our Mental Health service in Southwark.
Salary: £29,940.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Join us and feel at home! We offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development, and a welcoming culture. Our support includes:
* Annual leave up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS (if applicable)
* Exclusive discounts via Reward Gateway and Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction and ongoing training
* Quarterly Staff Awards to recognize commitment
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK; we do not offer sponsorship.
Specialist Support Workers should have relevant experience or higher qualifications as appropriate for the role.
Shift pattern includes: Early 8am-4pm, Late 2pm-10pm (Monday to Friday), and weekends with some mid-shifts. Working days include bank holidays.
Responsibilities:
* Build supportive, trusting relationships with customers
* Conduct holistic assessments and develop support plans
* Engage customers through innovative key work sessions
* Support complex service-users with needs related to Drug and Alcohol dependency
* Manage risks and promote positive risk-taking
* Assist customers in recovery and self-management of medication
This list is not exhaustive and duties may change.
About you:
* Enjoy social interaction and community involvement
* Warm, friendly, and open demeanor
* Team player with calmness and resilience
* Organized, adaptable, and confident
What you'll bring:
Essential:
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant field
* Experience in building partnerships and communication skills
Desirable:
* Knowledge of 'Recovery' and addiction
* Experience with assessments, care planning, and managing complex cases
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading social care provider in London and the South East, supporting thousands annually across various services. Our values include excellence, compassion, inclusivity, and partnership. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, and we value diversity and inclusion.
For full details, please see our website for the complete Job Description.
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