Senior Support Worker

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Support Worker to cover Mental Health 24-hour Supported Housing service. In this role, you will support tenants in maintaining their independence and managing their daily lives. You will assist with tenancy management, attending appointments, and fostering healthy routines, including hygiene and nutrition. The role involves helping tenants develop skills such as cooking, shopping, cleaning, and managing correspondence and budgets. You will also handle medication, provide first aid when require, and encourage tenants to seek employment opportunities. Social and recreational activities such as pool, cards, movie nights, and group outings will also form part of your responsibilities. Personal care is not required for this role. You will support the Team Leader with the rotas, monitoring staffing levels, H&S issues, checking the tenant records are up to date, attending meetings and liaising with professions.

We are looking for someone who is empathetic, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting individuals with mental health needs. You should have basic computer skills for managing correspondence and record-keeping. While a valid driver's license is preferred, it is not essential. Strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a proactive approach, will help you thrive in this role., Disability Confident
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Hours
The position is for 24 hours a week, worked over 3 days and may occasionally require sleep-in cover.