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Job description

Residential Support Worker.

Responsibilities

• Research and share information on services within the Statutory, Community, Voluntary Services that could benefit BCM SHYP projects in the Mid Ulster area.
• Work as part of the SHYP Dungannon Team, providing holistic support to service users and colleagues
• Assist service users to engage with activities, as identified by them, review, and monitor progress towards agreed goals

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 1 year experience working with young people in a community or residential setting (previous volunteer experience acceptable)
• Knowledge of safeguarding protocols in children and adults and associated escalation processes
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required for this role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build rapport and develop supportive relationships with young and older people and external agencies

Desirable Skills

• Ability to work as a member of a broader team to achieve goals and quality outcomes

Further Information

Work time: Days - rota based including evenings and weekend over 4 days.