Support Worker
with excellent empathy, compassion and professionalism, with an understanding of safeguarding procedures for children and adults is required for a well-established Charity based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire.
SALARY:
£24,224 per annum pro-rata + Expenses + Benefits
LOCATION:
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
JOB TYPE:
Part-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS:
30 hours per week including Friday
PLEASE NOTE:
You will need a Full Driving License and Access to a Vehicle
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a
Support Worker with excellent empathy, compassion and professionalism, with an understanding of safeguarding procedures for children and adults.
Working as a Support Worker you will work with voluntary and statutory sector partners and other stakeholders to provide an outstanding service to the people supported by the organisation, and to maintain the excellent reputation and standards of the company.
As a Support Worker will have the opportunity to work for an established charity providing a high standard of Housing Related Support that really makes a difference to the lives of women, children and families.
DUTIES
Your duties as a
Support Worker will include:
Manage and process incoming referrals, including the conducting of initial assessments of young parents and families for the service and checking suitability
Complete continuous monitoring and oversight of waiting lists for the service
Responsibility of the accurate and consistent recording of information using internal and external case management systems in accordance with GDP regulations
Assist and complete early help visits to young women and families as and when required to support project workers
Promote and support service user involvement activities and consultations as and when required
Follow safeguarding procedures and work closely with other agencies to meet safeguarding requirements for vulnerable adults, children and families
Carry out lone working adhering to health & safety procedures
Contribute to the organisations fundraising strategy and raise funds to support the charity in a planned way as designated by the Project manager
Promote the organisation to all relevant stakeholders by participating in media and publicity campaigns
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
A good standard of education with at least Level 2 or equivalent in English & Maths
Previous, recent level experience
Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with families, staff and a range of professionals to effectively represent the organisation
An understanding of safeguarding procedures for children and adults
Knowledge of support plans and risk assessments
Ability to demonstrate creativity and innovation
Good verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to equality of opportunity and anti-oppressive practice
Good organisation and decision-making skills
Accurate record keeping abilities
Computer literacy
Understanding of data protection legislation and requirements
Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
A thorough understanding of professional boundaries and conduct Commitment to the active involvement, inclusion and participation of all people
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Commitment to staff wellbeing
Reliable and flexible approach to work
Resilience and adaptability
BENEFITS
Competitive salary
Flexible working via a flexible working scheme
Home working is available in line with our policy
Access to a wellbeing package including Wellness plans and independent counselling services as part of commitment to Health & Wellbeing Strategies
Competitive annual leave entitlement
A comprehensive pension package
Access to financial wellbeing support via a salary advance scheme
Entitlement to free life insurance- entitling dependants to a lump sum equal to 3 times their salary if the employee dies in service
Internal development opportunities via a lead role structure
Comprehensive induction and mentoring
Full internal and external training package to support service and personal development
Regular one-to-one support
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JOB REF: AWDO-P13689
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