Support Worker – Connecting Communities
Location: 12 Heron Road, Belfast, Antrim, BT3 9LJ
Hours: 21 per week over 3 days
Contract type: Fixed Term until 31st March 2024 with possibility of extension
Salary: £19,838 per annum pro-rata based on 35 hour week
Driving Requirement: Full UK Manual Driving Licence held for minimum of two years

Do you have a caring nature and bubbly personality?

Are you interested in helping vulnerable adults to connect with their community to lead happier, more fulfilling lives?

If so, we need you!

You would be supporting vulnerable adults within Belfast area in all sorts of different ways. Everyone is individual and therefore, so are their needs. Your time could be spent with someone taking them to the shops, introducing them to local groups or simply going out for a coffee.

You would support service users for up to 12 weeks, encouraging them to take up an interest, join a local group or simply get out of the house.

A day in the life of a Support Worker will involve:

Visiting up to 3 service users each day.
Providing practical and emotional one-to-one support.
Assessing service users needs and offering relevant support and guidance.
Preparing and maintaining reports on meetings with individuals.
Signposting / introducing people to local groups or new pastimes.

To be a successful Support Worker:

Do you have a manual UK driving licence, held for minimum of two years and access to a vehicle? (mileage will be paid for use of own vehicle).
Are you kind, caring and empathetic with an ability to relate to and support vulnerable people?
Do you have a basic IT knowledge?

Please note there is no personal care or administration of medication for this role.
Closing date for applications is 23.59 on Thursday 31st August 2023.

As part of the Red Cross Red Crescent global Movement we are bound by principles of neutrality, impartiality and independence. We are committed to welcoming people from diverse backgrounds, culture and experience. At this time we particularly welcome applications from suitably qualified people from a catholic background as this group is currently under-represented in our workforce.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
• Holidays: Up to 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.

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