Scheme Support Officer
We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Scheme Support Officer to join our Supported Accommodation team in Newport working on a Full-time (37 hrs) permanent basis.
What is great about the role?
You will be working with a diverse group of people from varying backgrounds, some of whom may have experienced trauma and complex needs. Every day is different, you’ll be learning new skills and have the opportunity to work with a variety of agencies.we engage with the people we support through positive meaningful activities and provide a Psychologically Informed Environment. Also, as a Pobl Difference Maker you really are part of something special where you and your opinion matters. We have a culture built on our values to be Positive, Considerate and Connected.
Your day will consist of:
Engaging and interacting with the people we supportSupporting Project Workers in delivering workshops relating to tenancy management and health and wellbeing
Ensuring the building is secure including health & safety checks and maintaining an awareness of who is in the building
Dealing with challenging behaviours
Addressing any additional needs, the people we support might have
Our aim is to ensure we equip these individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to live independently. This is a challenging role and you will be faced with complex behaviours and needs, including alcohol misuse, mental health, substance misuse and anti-social and offending behaviour.You will work with a range of different personalities and behaviours so you will need to be able to adapt your approach to engage with a diverse cliental.
Job Specifics:
Full-time – 37 hoursPermanent Contract
Salary for this role is £23,376.60 FTE/£12.15 per hr + £51.11 Sleep-in allowance
Work Pattern: Days, evenings & Sleep-ins and weekend availability
Pobl Benefits:
26 days holiday, pro rata entitlement plus Bank holidaysPension scheme
Sick Pay
Opportunity to work additional hours/overtime
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
Give as You Earn charity donation scheme
Training and progression opportunities