Support Worker - On-Going Temporary On-Ongoing post. £14.83 per hour, weekly paid. To work in a Homeless Shelter in Torquay. Hours are either 07:45 – 20:15 or 19:45 – 08:15 To cover for sickness and holidays on an Ad-Hoc bases. To be successful in this role you will need the following: Good Communication skills Ability to be Calm under pressure, with good listening skills Ability to deal with vulnerable adults that may be stressed or have challenging behaviour Courteous and respectful with all visitors Able to work well in a team and independently Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality Basic knowledge of mental health/substance misuse issues (desirable) Experience with overnight security or hospitality (essential) Willingness to work unsociable hours’/shift patterns Be available to work a 12 hour shift at short notice As a Support Worker you will be responsible for: Cover Reception on a rota basis Days/Nights Be the first point of contact for residents during the night Control access to the building and monitor CCTV Carry out hourly health & safety checks Record incidents, update logs, and complete reports Deal with emergencies (fire, first aid, contacting services) Undertake basic repairs/cleaning (e.g. changing light bulbs, clearing hazards) Support residents by listening and offering reassurance overnight Carry out room checks when required Handle neighbour complai...