Overview
Sometimes the most meaningful moments happen in the everyday. A quiet chat over a cup of tea. A walk to the shops. Helping someone feel safe and seen. As a Support Worker in Alloa, you’ll be part of those moments, supporting individuals with mental health needs to live life on their own terms. You’ll join a team that values compassion, dignity and choice. Together, you’ll help people build routines, explore interests and stay connected to their communities. Whether it’s supporting someone to attend worship, maintain their independence or simply enjoy a good book, your role will be to make each day count.
Responsibilities
* Provide person-centred care in residential and day care settings
* Help create and follow individual care plans
* Support daily routines and encourage independence
* Administer medication under supervision
* Facilitate hobbies, interests and community involvement
* Welcome families and visitors
* Respect and support Christian worship and values
* Take part in team meetings, training and supervision
About you
You’re someone who brings warmth, patience and reliability to every interaction. You care about people and want to help them live well. You don’t need previous experience in social care — we’ll support you to gain your SVQ in Health and Social Care if you don’t already have it. What matters most is your willingness to learn and your commitment to making a difference.
What you’ll need
* A genuine interest in supporting people with mental health needs
* Basic computer skills
* Membership of the PVG Scheme and registration with the SSSC (or willingness to register)
* A commitment to uphold our Christian ethos
Ready to apply?
If you’re looking for a role where you can build real relationships and help others live life to the fullest, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with us.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits expected from an organisation that supports others, including:
* Exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme
* Generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit
* Enhanced family-friendly policies and a health cash plan for wellbeing
* Care concierge service for life challenges
About CrossReach
CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full. We are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, part of the Church of Scotland, and strive to deliver social care services and resources in Christ’s name.
Legal and recruitment information
As we work in Christ’s name, you must be respectful of our Christian ethos and able to work within it. This post requires membership of the PVG Scheme and registration with the SSSC. We will check entitlement to work in the UK for all prospective employees. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued.
If you have questions regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
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