SHAPE, Closing date: On Request
Residential Support Worker
SHAPE is an organisation that supports young women between the ages of 18 – 25-year-old who have experienced various forms of abuse, as well as supporting pregnant women and first-time mothers with babies.
Our aim, through our holistic and person-centred approach is to support our clients to achieve their potential by supporting and empowering them through education and training, mentoring, and counselling. To support pregnant women and first-time mothers with babies. Enabling them to build their self-esteem, self-confidence, to fulfil their aspirations and dreams, to function effectively in the wider community and making positive contributions in society.
We are delighted to offer a position on a fixed-term contract for the right female worker (Equality Act 2010/ Employment Act 1996. 27 of Schedule 3, Appendix 2) to join our well established support team as a dedicated worker to assist in supporting young women who through life circumstances have been marginalised and victimised, due to a breakdown in their domestic situation.
We are looking for an individual with experience of working with young women, one who is highly motivated, caring, and passionate, someone who is familiar with health and social care best practices and wants to make a difference in the life of a young person.
Essential qualification
NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent in: Health & Social Care
• Mental Health First Aid
• Childcare
The successful candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications they also typically have skills that include:
• Mental Health Awareness
• Empathy and sensitivity
• Tactful and discretion
• Excellent communication
• Customer service and interpersonal
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Good team spirit
• Ability to take the initiative
• Flexibility
If you are interested in this role and want to know more about applying for this unique and fulfilling position.
Please contact:
Shape Office no: 0121-554-0332
Email: info@shapehostel.com
Published: 29th July, 2024
Updated: 31st July, 2024
Author: Lorraine Edwards
Location: 16 Handsworth Wood Road, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham, B20 2DR
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