Low Level Support Service Workers

Citizens Advice Mid Mercia, Cromford, Derbyshire

Low Level Support Service Workers

£26203

Citizens Advice Mid Mercia, Cromford, Derbyshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 6 days ago, 29 Sep | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: e0c8da134cdb40c4a291c30638261e37

Full Job Description

We are a dynamic and ever-changing organisation with new services and teams regularly coming on board. As such we are seeking to recruit a dedicated Support Worker to join our Low Level Support Service team working at Citizens Advice Mid Mercia with the primary aim of providing short-term, targeted support (not personal care) to individuals, focusing on maintaining their independence in their own homes.,

  • Interview clients using sensitive listening and questioning skills to allow clients to explain their problem(s) and empower them to set their own priorities
  • To maintain confidentiality, use discretion and sound judgement in undertaking all areas of responsibilities
  • What we offer in return:
  • 28 days entitlement plus bank holidays pro-rata
  • Full advice training is offered to all members of staff regardless of role to Advice Quality Standard (AQS)
  • Opportunities for further training and continuous professional development
  • Internal progression opportunities
  • Supportive environment
  • Remote/flexible working opportunities, subject to management approval
  • Option to buy & sell holiday allowance, subject to management approval
  • Paid DBS application, where applicable
  • 5% pension contributions
  • 3 month's full contractual pay for maternity, upon meeting qualifying criteria
  • Potential additional permanent contracted hours, where the organisational need exists
  • Being part of a great team / CAMM family
  • We value the health & wellbeing of our teams, and this is very important to us. As such, we offer time out breaks and a counselling line for all staff and volunteers. The essentials: Salary - £26,203 Hybrid Working - from home and within the specific location / community. Role may involve working/traveling across Derbyshire and occasionally beyond.

  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Can manage own time effectively with a keen eye for detail
  • Can monitor and maintain own standards ensuring work is accurate
  • Have worked in a public-facing role
  • Are experienced in working with a diverse range of people and providing a welcoming environment for clients
  • Are in possession of a full driving licence and use of a car, or otherwise able to fulfil the travel requirements necessary
  • Full training and support will be given to the successful candidate to enable them to carry out their role, Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

    Do you have a passion for working in the heart of your local community and are driven by making a difference? Then Citizens Advice Mid Mercia is the organisation for you. Our free and independent advice helps people solve problems in a confidential and impartial manner. Whatever the problem, we won't turn people away. We make a difference. Our trusted brand and the quality of our research mean we make a real impact on behalf of the people who rely on us.