Floating Support Worker


Job description

You will work as part of team providing one to one support to service users with a range of needs, in particular substance misuse issues, mental health issues and those at risk of offending behaviour within the Western Health & Social Care Trust area. Full Job Description and Personnel Specification is available on employers website.

Responsibilities

  • You will work as part of team providing one to one support to service users with a range of needs, in particular substance misuse issues, mental health issues and those at risk of offending behaviour within the Western Health & Social Care Trust area

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Minimum of three GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent) including English Language
  • NVQ Level III (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care OR relevant equivalent qualification in Social Work, Community Work or Housing Care
  • Minimum of 2 years recent experience providing support to families and singles over 18 years old, particularly those with substance misuse issues, mental health issues and those at risk of offending behaviour
  • A valid driving licence and access to a car. (if disability prohibits driving, the applicant must be able to organise suitable alternative arrangements)
  • IT skills

Further Information

Access NI checks will be carried out before an appointment can be confirmed. This position is also subject to compulsory registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council. (NISCC) We are an Equal Opportunities Employer

Vacancy ID
1733400
Job ref.
FSWE-R14-01
Job Sector
Carers and Support Workers
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Derry/Londonderry
Salary
£24,696 per annum
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
37.5
Published date
02/09/2025
Closing date
12/09/2025
Worktime
Monday - Friday, hours to be confirmed

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