Accountable to the Centre Manager and the Management Team, you will be responsible for the day to day support of service users. You will undertake duties and responsibilities, as shown on the Staff Rota, which are necessary to ensure the smooth running of the supported housing programme.
These will include:
* Advising service users in the carrying out of their activities.
* Coming alongside service users to assist and encourage.
* Providing transport to doctors, dentists, hairdresser etc.
* Providing personal support to ensure that service users needs are met, (including practical and spiritual needs).
* You will ensure that each service users Support Plan is followed and updated on a daily basis.
* You will work a shift system, including shift leadership, sleep-overs when required, as detailed in the staff rotas.
* You will keep all records required by both Care Standards (Scotland) Act 2002 and Teen Challenge UK.
As Teen Challenge UK is a Christian organisation, this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Please note that one reference must be from your church minister or leader to endorse your live and active Christian faith and commitment. Successful applicants for this post will require membership of the PVG scheme and registration with the SSSC.
Benefits:
* Company Pension
* Discounted or Free Food
* On-site Parking
Experience:
* Support Environment: 2 years (Preferred)
Location:
* Duns TD11
Licence:
* Driving (Required)
* SVQ Level 2-3 Health & Social Care (Preferred) or willing to work towards
Work remotely:
• No