Working hours: As and when required
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Inverness Resettlement is looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated individual to join our team as a relief Floating Support Worker. Our mission is to meet people where they are and encourage them to get where they want to be at a pace that they determine.
Key Responsibilities: The role of Support Worker with The Salvation Army is an inspirational one and key to achieving successful outcomes for our vulnerable clients. As a motivated and dynamic Support Worker you will be responsible for developing and delivering a high-quality programme of support which promotes client’s choice and control. You will address clients support needs, enable them to achieve positive life changes and ultimately empower clients with the skills they will need to sustain a tenancy independently in the community.
The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:
1. A basic knowledge of IT packages including Microsoft.
2. Knowledge of the main support needs which are commonly faced by homeless and vulnerable clients.
3. A knowledge and understanding of benefits system, including Universal Credit and Housing Benefit.
4. A Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car as this role will include travel and delivery of support throughout the Inner Moray Firth area
5. Have or are willing to work towards a Level 3 SVQ qualification in Health and Social Care.
6. Ability to work in a busy environment, be solution focused, show good time management skills and can demonstrate ability to prioritise and make decisions under pressure