Support Worker - Arrdeir House (Mental Health Services)

Voluntary Services Aberdeen; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Aberdeen is seeking a part-time Support/Care Worker for its mental health service. You will provide essential support to residents, promoting independence and a caring environment. No prior experience is necessary as comprehensive training will be provided. Key responsibilities include assisting in daily living, maintaining a safe space, and helping individuals develop social networks. A competitive salary and generous benefits are offered, alongside a commitment to personal development.

Benefits

Company pension

Generous annual leave

Refer a friend programme

Investment in personal development

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Willingness and ability to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare within 3 years.
• Experience working in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and caring services to service users.
• Support service users in their daily living and personal care.
• Participate in personal plans development and review.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to write short reports

Education

Willingness to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare

SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare

Job description

VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join our Arrdeir House (Mental Health Service) as a Support/Care Worker based in Aberdeen. This will be a Part-time, Permanent position supporting the care of our residents and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

This rewarding role involves providing a professional and caring service to our service users and although prior experience would be welcome, it is not essential as full training on the job will be provided. We welcome applications from those working in social care currently as well as those who are seeking a change of direction and are passionate about making a difference to people’s lives.

Hours: 28 hours per week

Working Pattern/Rota: 2 week rolling rota, working 4 shifts over 7 days including late and early shifts and every second weekend working. In addition you will be expected to do between 2-4 sleepovers per month, for which an additional sleepover allowance will be paid per night. Flexibility is key if you are applying for this role.

Post status: Permanent – Part-time

Rate of pay: £12.81 per hour

We offer our Staff fantastic benefits including

• Company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme-Receive £215 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes
• Access to our employee discount scheme

Service Information

Arrdeir House provides residential placements and 24 hour support for adults with ongoing and enduring mental health conditions. The main aim of the service is to promote independence and this is achieved by providing recovery-focused support, based on each individual’s needs and requirements.

Purpose of Role

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Qualifications/Training/Education

Essential

Willingness and ability to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare within 3 years of appointment or as determined by VSA.

Desirable

SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare

Food Hygiene certificate

Experience

Experience of working in a busy environment

Key Skills/Aptitudes

Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.

Ability to write short reports

Personal Qualities

Approachable

Ethical

Non-judgemental

Team-worker

Health and Safety aware

Client Focused

Organised

Other Job Requirements

To comply with the registration and qualification requirements as laid down by the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) and to strictly adhere to the SSSC Codes of Practice.

Ability to deal with difficult behaviour following VSA standards and procedures

If this role looks of interest to you, apply today!