Can you help those who struggle with their mental health, housing and other complex issues?
Do you have knowledge of the UK benefit system and trauma informed practice?
We have a job for you.
Floating Support Worker - For an amazing charity based in the Ebbw Vale area.
This will start as a temporary role
After 3 months a suitable candidate will be offered a direct contract with the Charity - Fixed term until August 2026
* Salary - £24,242 (Pro Rata for part time)
* £12.60 per hour
* Location - Ebbw Vale and Blaenau Gwent area
* 22.5 hours per week
* Holiday entitlement will be in line with permanent staff
* 9am to 5pm
* between Monday and Friday
* Job Title: Floating Support Worker
* There is also a 37 hour full time contract available for a Crisis Support Worker - Get in touch for more information
What will you do?
* Lead on assessment of needs of individuals referred to the projects, obtaining additional information as necessary.
* Work with the person being supported to establish an individual support plan (ISP) to meet identified needs.
* Review progress on relevant risk assessments and ISPs with the person being supported and update documents
* Work collaboratively with other relevant organisations e.g. CMHTs, the Local Authority, housing providers etc.
* Involve people we support, in the development, running and evaluation of the service.
* Liaise with other agencies with and on behalf of people we support as part of long term and crisis intervention support, including participation in joint meetings and case reviews.
What do we need?
* Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, attachment theory and relationship-based approaches.
* Experience of working within the mental health sector and/or supporting people experiencing emotional distress.
* Experience of involving people accessing services in the design and development of the services they used with a strong focus on listening to people with lived experiences.
* Excellent communication skills
* Understanding of safeguarding for adults.
* Self-awareness and willingness to engage in reflective practice and ongoing personal development.
* Full current driving licence and access to your own transport
* Experience and understanding of dual diagnosis
* A LIVE DBS ON THE UPDATE SERVICE IS ESSENTIAL FOR A QUICK START
If you have the skills, knowledge and experience for this Floating Support Worker role - get in touch with Keeran @ Moxie People for more information.
Location: Ebbw Vale
Contract: Temp to Fixed Term