Support Worker - 40 hours per week - 2year Fixed Term

Salvation Army UK ,
Inverness, Inverness

Overview

Job Description

Job Summary: Inverness Resettlement is a project that supports individual's to gain the skills necessary to enable them to either move into their own accommodation or sustain their present accommodation. We also support individuals who are experiencing difficulty and may be at risk of losing their accommodation and help prevent the danger of them becoming homeless. Inverness Resettlement is committed to providing opportunities that support individuals to find their purpose, develop positive relationships and experience a sense of community. Our mission is to meet people where they are and encourage them to get where they want to be at a pace that they determine. Key Responsibilities: The role of Housing Support Worker with The Salvation Army is an inspirational one and key to achieving successful outcomes for our vulnerable clients. As a motivated and dynamic Support Worker you will be responsible for developing and delivering a high quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Level 3 qualification in a related field or willingness to work towards it A Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car. Knowledge of the benefits system and an understanding of supported housing funding streams and reporting requirements/outcomes gathering Knowledge of the main support needs which are commonly faced by homeless and vulnerable clients Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK and a Satisfactory PVG Scheme disclosure check. In order to complete your application please download and read the job description and person specification. In the person specification you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement. For a downloadable copy of the full advert please click here. ...[more details]