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Job description

To support the residents in their rehabilitation programmes within the policies and standards of PCI, Thompson House, the Probation Board and within the Christian ethos of PCI to ensure quality of service delivery..

Responsibilities

• SUPPORT FOR RESIDENTS To participate in the admission of residents. To participate in the assessment of individual residents in conjunction with professional staff to draw up and implement rehabilitation plans.
• Under the supervision of professional staff to undertake key work responsibilities for designated individual residents, including participation in monitoring and reviewing residents' progress on a regular basis.
• To participate in the rehabilitation programme of the residents, including one to one work and social and independent living skills development. To provide appropriate follow-up for ex-residents as necessary and as approved by senior management.
• To supervise and assist residents in preparation of meals.
• To communicate the Christian faith, appropriately, by word and action, both individually and as part of a team. This will include facilitating bible studies, Christianity Explored courses, devotions and prayers at team meetings.
• To accompany and support residents in attending church, when requested and as approved and recorded by senior management. To promote equality of treatment in relation to residents
• ADMINISTRATION To maintain files and records in accordance with Probation Board Hostel Standards. To maintain accurate financial records, including records of residents' rent and petty cash.
• To maintain appropriate confidentiality on information relating to residents.
• HEALTH AND SAFETY To generally exercise vigilance in relation to health and safety of personnel and hostel premises and report any concerns and/or faults to the Director.
• To carry out daily health and safety checks as required, notifying any faults to the Director. To contribute to the security of all personnel in the hostel.
• TRAINING To take part in training organised by the Council for Social Witness, the Probation Board and other agencies, as required.
• ANY OTHER DUTIES To undertake any other relevant duties which may be required.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• GCSE passes in 4 subjects, grades A-C, including English Language and Maths or equivalent. Knowledge of health and safety practices in a residential setting. Knowledge of best practices in rehabilitation of ex-offenders.
• At least 1 years' experience supporting adults in a caring/residential setting. Experience in administrative duties, including report writing.
• Must be willing to work and participate within the Christian ethos of PCI. Must be available for flexible working on rota across 24/7 hours, including sleep-ins as required.
• Must be eligible and willing to maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council.

Application Information

Application packs are available for download at www.presbyterianireland.org/socialcarejobs or can be requested by emailing personnel@presbyterianireland.org or phoning 02890417255. CVs are not accepted as a form of application. Vacancies may closer earlier if sufficient applications received.