[ref. p39002602] Waking Nights Support Worker
At Pobl Group, this role is best known as a Scheme Support Officer. We are looking for a part-time (32hrs), Waking Night Scheme Support Officer to join our Kerrigan project which includes our rough sleepers provision in Bridgend on a permanent basis.
No 2 days are the same and it is especially rewarding when you see an individual’s development and they move on into their own tenancy. If you are a good listener, empathetic and want to make a difference to people’s lives then join our amazing team in Bridgend today and we will support you on your journey in the Support sector.
Job Specifics: Part Time – 32 hours
Permanent Contract£12.15 p/h + £51.11 for each sleep-in shift
Work Pattern: Days, evenings, weekend availability and sleep-in shifts
What is great about the role?
The Kerrigan Project provides support and accommodation for 9 people. The project is aimed at people who have complex needs including a combination of substance misuse, offending and mental ill-health.
We provide housing and support to improve mental and emotional health, reduce re-offending, access sustainable housing and maintain independence within the community. The people we work with are also encouraged and supported to develop life skills.
Your night will consist of:
You will work with people to truly make a difference in their lifeUse your skills and talents to engage with people
Support people to achieve their potential
Develop your networking skills by working in partnership with external agencies
You will be responsible for Health and Safety checks along with other additional duties.
You will be the point of contact for our clients, whether they need advice, support, guidance, or somebody to talk to at the end of the day.
Our aim is to ensure we equip these individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to live independently. This is a challenging role as this service delivers intensive support around each client’s recovery before focus is put on the housing related support and you will be faced with complex behaviours and needs, including alcohol misuse, mental health, substance misuse, anti-social behaviour and offending behaviour.
Who we are looking for:
Please demonstrate in your application form how you:
Have knowledge of housing related support and benefit systemsHave good organisation, IT and record keeping skills
Can work part of a team and on an individual basis
Deal with difficult situations
Have good listening skills
It would be desirable for the successful candidate to have a full drivers licence and access to a vehicle.
Pobl Benefits: 26 days holiday, pro rata entitlement plus Bank holidays
Pension schemeSick Pay
Mileage is paid at 45p per mile
Enhanced DBS which we will pay for.
Colleague Referral Scheme (£250 per referral)
Time for Talking – a free counselling service
Health Cash Plan
Savings Scheme
Long Service Awards
Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes
Cycle to work scheme
Eyecare plan
Training and progression opportunities
Interviews are scheduled to take place on the 3rd and 6th of March 2025