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Intensive support worker

Lanark
Permanent
Support worker
£29,182 a year
Posted: 2h ago
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Are you experienced in providing intensive support to young people affected by homelessness? Are you passionate about holistic person-centred practise and helping people achieve their goals through trauma informed practice? If so, then we have a great opportunity for you to join our What If Female service based in Glasgow. Your new opportunity Quarriers What If Female service based in the East end of Glasgow are recruiting a full time & part time Intensive Support Worker to join our dedicated team who deliver support to young females between the ages of 18-25. Our service is a unique housing support service which provides intensive support to people who have experienced trauma in their young lives and who have been affected by childhood experiences, such as abuse, neglect, witnessing experiences such as crime, domestic violence, mental illness, and alcohol / substance abuse, resulting in long-term effects on their behaviour, health and learning. As an Intensive Support Worker, you will be supporting people transitioning into independent living within their local communities and providing practical support in all aspects of everyday living including emotional/therapeutic support when required. A key part of the role will be to ensure trust is developed with each individual and that you are a reliable consistent support to the young women to allow them to gain a sense of security and resilience. Working pattern: We have a full time (39 hours) and part time (22 hours) posts available. Shifts are managed on an 8-week rolling rota working from 8am – 10pm with 4 out of 8 weekends off. What you will need to bring to the role Proven experience of supporting people who are homeless and providing intensive support to people with complex needs. Compassion, understanding and ability to work under pressure. Confidence and ability to work with people 1:2:1 and in a community-based setting. Ability to identify and respond affectively to individual emotional support needs. Enthusiasm and self-motivation. Excellent problem solver who is driven by positive outcomes. Resilient, reliable and an excellent listener. Excellent communication skills. Driving licence is essential as you will be support individuals within their own home and local community. What you'll get in return SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre Generous leave: 29 days 4 public holidays (rising to 34 4 after 5 years) Training & development opportunities ❤️ Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work ‍‍ Family-friendly policies Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme £500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply) ️ Life Assurance & Pension Cycle to Work scheme ️ Access to Concerts for Carers Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile and Project Background. Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of start date. Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation.

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