Assistant Support Worker - #1724441

Do you have experience of working with individuals experiencing homelessness?

Would you like to work in the centre of Cardiff, assisting with achieving positive outcomes for clients?

We are searching for an Assistant Support Worker to work for an incredible charity that focuses on supporting the people who need them the most.

What will you get?

• Contract: Temporary to permanent contract
• On successful completion of the initial temporary contract, a direct / permanent contract will be offered.
• Hourly pay rate £12.28 per hour
• A mix of days, mid and late afternoons (7am to 3.30pm / 8am to 4.30pm / 11.30am to 8pm / 10am to 6pm).
• Occasional weekend work.
• 40 hours per week
• Equivalent to £25,542 per year
• Full time position with the opportunity to progress to Support Worker and beyond
• The chance to make a real difference to peoples lives
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Once you are made permanent, you will also get...

• Contributory pension scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Employee assistance programme

What will you do?

• Support people experiencing homelessness
• Provide high-quality programme support
• Work with other services across Cardiff
• Engage with some of hardest to reach groups
• Refer to other relevant services (substance misuse, mental health, housing etc.)
• Working 1-2-1 or in group settings
• Carry and manage a small caseload
• Assist with life skills and resettlement

What do we need?

• You'll have experience of working within homelessness
• A strong understanding of the support required by vulnerable people
• Knowledge of trauma informed practice
• Able to complete detailed support plans
• The ability to manage risk
• A good understanding of safeguarding and relevant procedures
• Compassionate, caring and non-judgemental
• Able to deal with difficult / challenging situations
• A DBS on the live update service will be a distinct advantage

If you have the skills, knowledge and experience to become an Assistant Support Worker and you want to be there to help, support and advise those experiencing homelessness - please get in touch with Keeran @ Moxie People.

Call our office or apply through this job advertWe look forward to hearing from you!

Job Title: Assistant Support WorkerLocation: Central CardiffContract: Temporary to Permanent