Overview
The successful candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, on a rota basis across Monday to Sunday covering early shifts (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, and 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM) and late shifts (2:30 PM - 10:30 PM and 3:30 PM - 10:30 PM). Temporary cover is required for approximately 2-3 months, with an extension possible based on performance.
Responsibilities
* Hold a caseload of 4 key clients and conduct regular key working sessions resulting in personalised Support Plans that promote wellbeing, recovery, and successful move-on.
* Complete ongoing risk and needs assessments.
* Work within a psychologically informed environment to facilitate change and support clients with challenging behaviours and complex needs.
* Work in partnership with multiple agencies including statutory teams to support the wellbeing of clients.
* Ensure that the accommodation is properly maintained and support the clients to sustain their tenancy and participate in positive and successful move on.
* Involve clients in the decisions made about them and encourage participation in the wider community programme of activities and client involvement opportunities.
* Support all clients to participate in Education, Training, Employment and Volunteering opportunities as appropriate to the development of their skills, assets and aspirations.
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients in the service at all times, including using safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable.
* Complete reports following serious incidents and submit to appropriate manager.
Qualifications
* Experience of working with clients with mental health and/or drug/alcohol dependency issues.
* Experience of holding a caseload, conducting support plans, risk assessments and needs assessments.
* Ability to work with clients whose behaviour may be personally challenging.
* Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships and boundaries with clients.
* Experience working in partnership with multi-agency teams, including social workers, drug/alcohol support services and mental health professionals.
* Confidence working in a psychologically informed environment.
* Ability to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures.
* Understanding of the importance of discretion and confidentiality in relation to work and maintaining professional boundaries.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate across diverse cultures and backgrounds.
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