Accommodation and Community Support Worker

Our vision, Homelessness is Ended, is the start and end point for everything we do. To achieve this we have a number of new and exciting opportunities for passionate and inspirational individuals to join us

Job Title:  Accommodation & Community Support Worker

Location: Throughout Northern Ireland (Armagh, Ballymena, Bangor, Belfast, Coleraine, Downpatrick, Larne, L’Derry, Lisburn, Newry and Portadown.)

Department: Homelessness Services

Salary: NJC Point  16-20, £16,770 - £18,824 per annum

Hours: Rotation shift pattern (average 35 hours per week). Reasonable hours outside of this may be required to fulfill the duties of this position.

PURPOSE:

Work as part of an area team to provide effective 24 hour case management support services (accommodation units, transition into the community, within the community or hub, where in place) as required.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

- NVQ Level 2 or 4 GCSE’s at Grade C or above including Maths and English or an equivalent qualification

- One year’s full time relevant experience either in accommodation or community based services, working directly with individuals and/or families with complex needs.

Your experience must include demonstrable evidence of having worked with clients presenting with at least three of the following:

-mental health problemsdrug and alcohol issueschallenging behaviourshistory of offendingyouth homelessness

- Experience in risk assessment, risk management needs assessment and support planning.

- Good standard of IT skills

Desirable Criteria:

-Valid driving license with own transport

Joining our Team

Our vision will excite you and you will want to work with us to achieve this. You have an upbeat and positive approach to life, are a self starter, but you will understand and appreciate not everyone has great options and that some people require tailored support to meet their individual needs when circumstances or life choices don’t work out for them.

• Full time posts are 35 hours per week, covering both day and night shifts 7 days a week.

• Full induction and training programme is provided to support new staff.

• You will have the benefit of a competitive salary including 25 days annual leave plus 12 statutory holidays, contributory pension and company healthcare cover.

To apply please follow the following link : https://simoncommunity.erecruit.co.uk/erecruit/company/jobs.do