Flexible Community Support Practitioner: Harm Reduction

Turning Point Scotland; Carluke; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization in Carluke is looking for a Support Practitioner to help individuals with diverse support needs. In this full-time role, you will offer practical and emotional support, engaging with service users to foster their personal outcomes. Strong IT skills and a UK Driving Licence are beneficial. The position offers a salary of £24,242 - £25,264 on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including holidays and retirement contributions.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction

Learning and development courses

Funded qualification – SVQ Social Services and Healthcare

Pension Scheme with employer contribution 4%

Wide range of family-friendly policies

Psychological counselling on a rota basis

Qualifications

• Ability to provide practical and emotional support to individuals.
• Experience in working with diverse support needs.
• Skills in person-centred approaches and inclusive engagement.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals to achieve personal outcomes in daily life.
• Engage with service users at varying levels of contact.
• Record and report activities accurately.

Skills

IT skills

UK Driving Licence

Job description

A charity organization in Carluke is looking for a Support Practitioner to help individuals with diverse support needs. In this full-time role, you will offer practical and emotional support, engaging with service users to foster their personal outcomes. Strong IT skills and a UK Driving Licence are beneficial. The position offers a salary of £24,242 - £25,264 on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including holidays and retirement contributions.