Job summary We are looking to recruit a full time and part time Support Worker to join ourCommunity Offer Plus team to assist the 7- day week service, with day-to-dayoperations. The aim of the service is to provide a range of support for peopleto live independently upon hospital discharge, to support discharge back homeincluding transport, and to provide up to 12 weeks of low-level support toSandwell residents aged 18 plus including information, advice, guidance andsignposting. 1 x 37 hour per week vacancy to be worked over 7 days including evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis with some hybrid working outside of core office hours. 1 x Part Time, hours to be confirmed, vacancy to be worked over 7 days including evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis with some hybrid working outside of core office hours. If you are Health & Social Care Level 2 or equivalent qualified orhave proven experience in working with adults aged 18 plus and/or older peopleor community development, then please apply Main duties of the job The role will support service users across the 3service elements in Sandwell; Short Term(72 Hours provision) to support the dischargeprocess from hospital to home and into intermediate care provision, especiallythe isolated and vulnerable. Supportingself-care, referrals may require the support worker to provide transport takethe patient home from hospital in a lease car to support their discharge,and/or medication and equipment. The post holder will respond to referrals fromClinicians and Community Health Professionals from Midland MetropolitanUniversity Hospital (MMUH) and will be required to assess service users needs,creating a co-produced support plan for the individual. The post holder willprovide practical and emotional support in the service users own home andsignpost to other services where appropriate, to enable the individual to liveindependently in their own home and prevent hospital re-admission. Medium term (4 weeks provision) and Long-term (12 weeks provision) To work in partnership with other Community Offerdelivery organisations to effectively deliver a practical, flexible,coordinated, and accessible service understanding the needs of local communitymembers. Support Workers will encourage and support individuals to accessopportunities that will enable them to increase their confidence, resilienceand help them to maintain their independence. About us We are a charity that exists to transformlives through delivering impactful services across Sandwell and the surroundingareas. We work collaboratively with public, private and voluntaryorganisations, educational settings and other partners to design and deliversustainable innovative solutions to improve the lives of children, families,young people and adults from early years to end of life care. Why youshould work for us: 28Days annual leave 8 days bank holiday (pro rata for part time employees) Workplacepension scheme Flexibleworking where suitable to the role EmployeeAssistance Programme Freeon-site parking Comprehensivetraining and development opportunities Exclusivedeals and discounts on products and services Friendlyand supportive working environment Murray Hall Community Trust is an equalopportunities employer and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout therecruitment process and invite potential applicants to contact us to identifyany additional support they may require to enable them to make an application. To Apply Please visit our website www.murrayhall.co.uk where you will find an application form and full job description. All applications must be submitted before theclosing date. Pleasenote that we reserve the right to withdraw our job advertisements earlier thanthe published expiry date. Therefore, if you are interested please submityour application as soon as possible. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and person specification in supporting documents for a full description of the job role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and person specification in supporting documents for a full description of the job role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Health & Social Care Level 2 or equivalent or proven experience in working with adults aged 18 plus and/or older people or community development. Experience Essential Ability to communicate effectively with community members and those providing services for members of the community. Good networking and building partnerships skills. Able to prioritise and manage own workload and deliver to agreed objectives within demanding deadlines and occasionally competing deadlines. Experience of record keeping and report writing. An understanding of client confidentiality, GDPR and responsibilities under Data Protection. Hold a Valid and current driving license and have access to a vehicle to travel independently across the service area. Must be insured for Business Use. Able to work flexibly to support the delivery of a 7-day service around the business needs of the organisation, including evening, weekend and bank holiday working on a rota basis. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification in supporting documents for full job role details and requirements. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Health & Social Care Level 2 or equivalent or proven experience in working with adults aged 18 plus and/or older people or community development. Experience Essential Ability to communicate effectively with community members and those providing services for members of the community. Good networking and building partnerships skills. Able to prioritise and manage own workload and deliver to agreed objectives within demanding deadlines and occasionally competing deadlines. Experience of record keeping and report writing. An understanding of client confidentiality, GDPR and responsibilities under Data Protection. Hold a Valid and current driving license and have access to a vehicle to travel independently across the service area. Must be insured for Business Use. Able to work flexibly to support the delivery of a 7-day service around the business needs of the organisation, including evening, weekend and bank holiday working on a rota basis. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification in supporting documents for full job role details and requirements. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Murray Hall Community Trust Address Murray Hall Community Trust St. Marks Road Tipton West Midlands DY4 0SL Employer's website