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Assistant Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-08T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 25 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/141
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £12,104 - £13,000 per annum prorata

Who are Home?

We were founded in the North East in the 1930's and are a social enterprise and a charity with a turnover of over £300m. We're one of the UK's largest providers of high quality housing and supported housing services and products.

Our role is to provide general needs housing and supported housing services targeted towards helping some of society's most vulnerable people take control of their own lives.

We have over 3,500 colleagues around the UK spread out around over 100 different locations from Scotland to Cornwall. Our head office is based at Gosforth Park Way, Newcastle Upon Tyne.

About the role

Portal House is a 24 hour registered care service providing person centred support/care services to 16 clients with mental health issues.

Our vision is to become the leader in the provision of high quality support/care through empowering our clients to fulfil their aspirations and achieve their goals towards inclusion, maximizing and maintaining independence.

We believe in investing in people through effective learning and develop for our staff to achieve their full potential and gain the competencies necessary to deliver the support/care services required for the service as well as creating opportunities for progression by spotting the talents through performance reviews.

We promote an openness and honesty amongst our team and focus on the values including Caring, Accountable, Energerised, and Commercial.

We are eager to find enthusiastic and passionate people with right qualities who can contribute towards making a difference in our clients' lives and increase their quality of life with their committed and collaborative approach in return for a very fulfilling job role and prospect of progression.

What we'll give you in return

Our ‘My home package' for full time colleagues includes competitive salaries, performance related pay, a contributory occupational money-purchase pension scheme with life assurance and long terms disability insurance, 25 days paid holiday a year - rising by 1 day per year up to 30 days, with the ability to purchase an extra 5 days, salary sacrifice schemes including cycle and car.

With fantastic progression opportunities and a full training programme for successful applicants, Home Group can support you in supporting our customers and reaching your full potential.

Assistant Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-14T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 29 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/163
Location: Exeter
Salary: £6.19 - £8.69 per hour

Assistant Project Support Worker

Exeter - (Ref: 13/163)

£6.19 - £8.69 per hour

Flexible hours

We require dedicated, motivated and caring individuals to work with clients throughout Exeter, who have severe and enduring mental health needs and who are moving back into the community from in-patient units.

Our clients are supported to select their own workers and there is the potential to build up a caseload of regular clients. You will work with our clients who have personal budgets to design services which meet a range of needs including domiciliary care, housing related support and supported living. The work is varied and interesting and is an exciting opportunity to support us in developing our services to be truly client centred.

We are looking for committed people who are able to work on their own initiative with individuals with varying support needs. The roles demand excellent communication skills as you must be confident liaising with statutory, voluntary and other key agencies. You will work as part of a supportive team with the potential for development and progression within the organisation. This role requires colleagues to deliver personal care and experience of this would be preferred along with an NVQ or equivalent in care.

Successful candidates will be employed on a zero hour contract and will be required to work on an ‘as' and ‘when' required basis which will include working at short notice. There are no guaranteed hours and no obligation to work hours for which you are unavailable. However, there are opportunities to build up regular hours to suit your personal circumstances. We are hoping to recruit people who can offer a range of hours including full time, part time, weekends and evenings.

We offer a comprehensive training package and a chance to be part of a fun, friendly team. There are many opportunities to progress within the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to strike the right work-life balance and enhance your skills in supporting vulnerable adults/communities which fits around your personal commitments.

The hourly rate is negotiable depending on experience and training. Beginners with a caring approach and good communication skills are welcome to apply.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure check, the costs of which will be met by Home Group Ltd.

Assistant Project Support Worker (Nights) - Home Group Limited

2013-05-13T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 28 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/152
Location: Norwich
Salary: £12,104 - £17,000 per annum Pro Rata

Assistant Project Support Worker (Nights) - (Ref 13/152)

Norwich

Permanent - Part time (14 hours per week)

£12,104 - £17,000 per annum Pro Rata

We are looking for a Assistant Project Support Worker to work nights to support the provision of high quality support services in Norwich. This is an interesting role providing night time support to young people living in a supported housing service.

You will have the ability to work as part of a team with clients to help them to work towards their support plan goals and aspirations by assisting in Key support tasks. With a good understanding of health and safety procedures you will work with a multi disciplinary approach in partnership with clients, statutory and partner agencies and support clients to achieve successful housing and employment outcomes.

You will have an understanding of the issues that can affect single homeless people and the ability to deliver excellent customer service to our clients. With good communication and IT skills, and be able to work well with colleagues from your own and other agencies.

Each shift is made up of 6 waking hours (4.75hrs between 19:15 and midnight and 1.25hrs between 07:00 and 08:15 the next morning) plus a 7 hour sleep-in shift. You will work on a rolling rota basis with 3 nights on followed by 6 off. This role involves a high level of lone working so and you will be able to deal with situations in a calm and appropriate manner.

This role is subject to an enhanced disclosure check the costs of which are met by the employer.

Carer Support and Development Worker - North Tyneside Carers' Centre

2013-05-08T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 31 May 2013 23:59
Reference:
Location: North Shields
Salary: £20,740 per annum pro-rata

Temporary post funded for 1 year.

North Tyneside Carers' Centre is looking to recruit a Carer Support and Development Worker to:

Develop carer peer groups that can offer low level support to carers across the borough.
Supervise the volunteer team who will facilitate the support groups.
Provide practical and emotional support to carers who need a higher level of support than they can get from attending carer groups.

The post holder will have: at least 2 years experience working in a social care setting; experience of developing and facilitating peer support groups: experience of supporting volunteers: direct experience of providing one to one support to people of all ages; demonstrate good communication and organisational skills; have the ability to work as part of a team; numeracy, IT literacy and good reporting skills; the ability to work flexible hours.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone and invited for interview on Monday 3 June 2013.

Childrens Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-16T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 26 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/175
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £17,000 - £18,500 per annum prorata

Childrens Worker
Basingstoke (Job Ref; 13/175)
Part Time (25 hours per week)
Temporary until April 2014
£17,000 - £18,500 per annum pro rata

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference to children and young people throughout the Hampshire Area. We are looking to recruit a qualified children's worker who has an understanding of the effects and issues surrounding domestic abuse and the impact this may have on children and young people. This worker will work within the Domestic Abuse Services in Basingstoke.

You will actively contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of individual support and group work offered to children and young people within the service. This will include the development and delivery of play/recreational opportunities. You will maintain clear and accurate records of work practice within established record keeping and confidentiality policies to aid you in preparing reports for court proceedings or case conferences.

Please note that you will need to be flexible in this role and the hours worked will include some evening and weekend work. This is a funded post temporary until the end of March 2014 however further funding will be applied for.

Any offer of employment is subject to enhanced CRB clearance, the costs of which will be met by Home Group Limited.

This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational qualification under Section 7(2)(d) & Section 7(2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975.

We are passionate and committed to equality and valuing diversity and through inclusive and flexible working practices we provide equality of opportunity to everyone.

Client Services Manager - Home Group Limited

2013-05-08T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 25 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/142
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £19,000 - £20,500 per annum

Who are Home?

Our role is to provide general needs housing and supported housing services targeted towards helping some of society's most vulnerable people take control of their own lives.

We have over 3,500 colleagues around the UK spread out around over 100 different locations from Scotland to Cornwall. Our head office is based at Gosforth Park Way, Gosforth and our customer contact centre is located at Quorum Business Park.

Job Purpose

To lead a committed and motivated team delivering efficient, high quality, cost effective, client centred services in line with contract requirements, empowering clients to live independently and making it a great place to work for colleagues.

What you'll be doing

The Clock Tower supports a generic client group including street homelessness we work with external agencies across the Basingstoke area to develop and deliver outcomes based on support.

As a Client Services Managers you will lead a team of 8 client facing colleagues (e.g. Project Workers, Assistant Project Support Workers) in providing exceptional person centred services to our clients.

Manage and monitor individual and team performance, sets effective objectives, assesses competency areas and meets on a regular basis (every 4-6 weeks) and conducts mid and end of year performance reviews.
Coach your team to deliver consistently exceptional services to clients, making use of new and alternative methods and practices to continuously improve service quality and standards.
Locate resources according to meet client needs and contract requirements to ensure the delivery of high quality services evidenced by client satisfaction and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Perform appropriate health and safety checks, risk assessments and maintain records in order to ensure colleagues and clients alike are safe from harm or risk.
Act as a leadership role model and fulfil all aspects of the Leadership Community's Guide to Responsibilities confidently, effectively and proactively, resulting in motivated and committed team members.
Assumes role of Safeguarding lead and responsibility for promoting Safeguarding practices within the service and ensure that local and national Safeguarding policies and procedures are followed and adhered to by all colleagues within the team.

Who we're looking for

With an excellent working knowledge of the Housing and Care & Support sectors, you will have strong organisational and communication skills and your key strengths will lie in people management and motivation, fostering positive working relationships with stakeholders and the ability to drive the consistent delivery of high quality services which meet the needs of our clients and commissioners.

This role will presents an ideal opportunity for an experienced Project Worker and natural team leader to progress within a national, future focussed organisation with fantastic opportunities for self development. You must hold a full current driving licence and have access to a car as travelling will be required.

What we'll give you in return

With fantastic progression opportunities and a full training programme for successful applicants, Home Group can support you in supporting our customers and reaching your full potential.

Client Services Manager - Home Group Limited

2013-05-23T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 09 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/195
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £19,000 - £20,500 per annum prorata

Client Services Manager

Basingstoke - (Job Ref: 13/195)

Permanent, Part Time - 18.75 hours per week

£19,000 to £20,500 per annum prorata

Would you like to be a part of a successful and growing team with Home Group? We need a Client Services Manager with the ability to a lead a team of client facing colleagues in providing exceptional person centred services to our clients.

The successful applicant will be with first point of contact and lead a team within our well established, successful young persons service that provides homes and support for some of the most vulnerable clients aged 16 - 25 years old. Experience of working in a multi agency setting as well as understanding of Safeguarding and all CAF Processes is essential. As this role will see you involved in supporting and visiting a variety of projects and services within the region, the ability to drive and have access to your own vehicle is essential.

We offer a comprehensive induction and an extensive training programme, and provide opportunities within the organisation for further career development.

Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure check paid by Home Group Ltd.

Client Services Manager - Home Group Limited

2013-05-16T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 02 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/169
Location: Oxford
Salary: £19,000 - £20,500 per annum

Client Services Manager

Oxford - (Job Ref: 13/169)

Permanent, Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

£19,000 to £20,500 per annum

The successful applicant will be with first point of contact and lead a team whilst reporting to the Senior Client Services Manager. Experience of working in a multi agency setting as well as understanding of Safeguarding and all CAF Processes is essential.

We offer a comprehensive induction and training programme, 4 to 6 weekly supervision and provide opportunities within the organisation for further career development.

Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure check paid by Home Group Ltd.

Employment Coach - Mental Health Matters

2013-05-13T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 28 May 2013 23:59
Reference: TC22
Location: based in Bishop Auckland covering South Durham & Darlington
Salary: £19,621 per annum

Mental Health Matters is one of the UK's most innovative organisations working with people with mental health needs. We have a dedicated and experienced staff team of over 400 people providing a comprehensive range of services which cover every aspect of individuals' lives, from employment and housing to community support and psychological services.

Mental Health Matters' ultimate aim is to strengthen the voice, rights and independence of service users, carers and family and friends.

Fixed term contract until October 2014.

An exciting opportunity to work with adults with mild to moderate mental health needs who require support to gain and retain employment has arisen within our Talking Changes service, which has been set up to improve access to psychological therapies (also known as talking therapies) across County Durham and Darlington.

The service is part of the national improving access to psychological therapies (IAPT) programme and is run by a joint venture between Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust and Mental Health Matters. You will work closely with colleagues to source referrals from within the service as well as from external partners, carry out vocational assessments and compile an action plan with each individual. Working as part of a team delivering both one to one and group based support, you will work closely with employers, training providers and other agencies, supporting a caseload of individuals on their chosen route to gain and retain employment.

You will be educated to a minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent standard, with experience of working with people who have experienced mental health issues and / or other disadvantaged groups having an understanding of the barriers they face in accessing and retaining employment. The posts will operate throughout the County Durham and Darlington, with two based in the North and two in the South.

In return, Mental Health Matters offers excellent training and development opportunities, flexible working (where appropriate), 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus statutory holidays and a 5% contributory pension scheme. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Gail Richardson, Talking Changes Service Manager on 0191 3740068.

Floating Support Worker (Complex Needs) - Fabrick Housing Group

2013-05-22T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference:
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: Salary minimum - Band 5 | £19,409 per annum pro-rata

Tees Valley Housing has been successfully appointed to deliver a pilot project that will assist women with complex needs to sustain a tenancy and develop independent living skills. As a result two part time positions are available for a fixed period of time.

The post holders will support women with complex needs who are living within their own tenancies. They will have an empathetic approach to the issues they face as well as being confident and persistent as and when necessary. Experience of working with vulnerable people is essential, with experience of working in supported housing or associated services being an advantage.

1 year fixed term contract

Main duties of the post include:

Creating and reviewing the actions detailed in the support plan
Assisting service users to achieve their aspirations
Identifying and supporting service users to maintain a tenancy and avoid eviction
Ensuring Service Users have access to universal services
Identifying goals and recording outcomes relating to service users
Identifying, record and minimise risk related to behaviours
Work with partners to reduce offending behaviour
Work with partners to minimise duplication of work.

A relevant NVQ3 qualification or equivalent would be desirable. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake relevant training as necessary.

Please note that the vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check. This is the new service that replaces the CRB (Criminal Records Bureau check) as from 1stDecember 2012.

For further information about please contact Zoe Payn on 01642 773644 or Jack Dodds on 01642 773645.

We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply for any vacancies we have available.

Foster Carer - Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council

2013-05-06T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 01 Dec 2013 12:00
Reference: ACS6096
Location: Redcar
Salary: Not specified

Could you foster?

- Do you want a chance to help a child or young person succeed in life?
- Do you have a spare room?
- Could you be part of a team with social workers, teachers, health professionals and others, to help children and young people achieve their best?
- Are you willing to develop your skills and gain qualifications?
- Are you a non-smoker?

If you can answer yes to all of these questions then Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council needs you to help us to care for children and young people who aren't able to live with their families. It doesn't matter whether you are you married or single, home owner or tenant, employed or unemployed, male or female - we need foster carers right now who have space in their homes and their lives to care for a child.

Foster Carers receive an allowance to cover the costs of looking after a child and, as Foster Carers develop skills and experience, there are chances to progress and receive additional payments.

If you would like to know more about fostering please go to www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/fostering

Or if you would like to express an interest in fostering then please complete the application at www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/fosteringapplication

Foster Carers - Barnardo's Fostering and Adoption North East

2011-01-25T00:00:00Z

Closing Date: 24 Jan 2014 23:59
Reference:
Location: North East
Salary: Would you like a starting salary of £315 + allowances upwards

Are you patient and caring?
Would you like to work with children or young people and have child-centred values?
Do you have a good sense of humour?
Are you over 21 and have a spare room?
Would you like a starting salary of £315 + allowances upwards?

If you answer yes to all of the above, we'd like to hear from you.

Barnardo's is one of the leading children's charities in the UK and we are urgently seeking carers in the North East to provide temporary and emergency care, permanent, long-term fostering and short-break care for all types of children and in particular sibling groups, disabled children, parent and child placements, black and minority ethnic children and those with challenging behaviours.

We welcome all applications and assess all on merit.

You can be married, single, divorced, any sexuality, cohabiting, with or without children, from all ethnic groups and religions, employed or unemployed - we assess all applications on merit. We offer generous financial assistance and excellent training and support. Join a team with 30 years' experience.

We never said it'd be easy but it is very rewarding. "I've got the family I've always wanted. It's definitely the best thing that could have happened"- Lauren, fostered through Barnardo's.

At Barnardo’s we offer:

full ongoing training,
24-hour support,
access to a psychologist and other specialist services,
competitive fees

Foster Carers - SWIIS Fostercare

2010-01-04T00:00:00Z

Closing Date: 16 Aug 2013 23:59
Reference:
Location: North East
Salary: Not specified

Are you interested in making a difference to children’s lives?

Are you looking for a job that lets you work from home and where no two days are the same?

Do you want to join an experienced and committed team of foster carers in providing excellent standards of care to some of the most vulnerable young people in our society?

Do you have patience; enthusiasm; commitment and energy?

Then change your life by joining us at Swiis and changing a young person's life!

If you have relevant experience; a spare bedroom; and at least one adult available full time, find out more about becoming a Swiis foster carer for children and young people by contacting us today.

We provide:

* A comprehensive range of training

* Health advice

* 24 Hour support-7 days a week

* Education advice and support

* Paid holidays

* A generous weekly payment from £408 per child

Male Support Workers - North Tyneside Carers' Centre

2013-05-08T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2013 16:00
Reference:
Location: North Tyneside
Salary: £8 per hour

This post is funded until May 2014.

North Tyneside Carers' Centre provides practical and emotional support to carers within the borough of North Tyneside.

The post holder will play a key role within the Sharing the Caring service providing one-to-one stimulative support to male/female clients with a wide range of disabilities or illnesses, allowing their carers to have a regular break from their caring role. Therefore the successful candidate must have:

experience of working with people with disabilities
the drive to provide quality stimulative support to clients
experience providing personal care
excellent communication and organisational skills
the ability to work evening and weekends
the enthusiasm and the ability to work as part of a team
Use of a car and clean driving licence

Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-09T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 26 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/146
Location: Aylesbury
Salary: £13,000 - £18,000 per annum

The Bearbrook place service is in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The service offers supported accommodation for homeless young people and adults, who are aged between 16 and 49, single and not seeking to live with a partner, homeless or in housing need and in need of support.

You will support and undertake support planning and co-ordinate/manage a number of support plans and other relevant duties in support of both the provision of high quality support services and tenancy support to promote independent living as appropriate to generic client groups with diverse needs.

Ideally you will have experience of working with vulnerable people in housing related social care setting. Excellent communication skills and an understanding of confidentiality are essential for success in this role. You will be client focused with experience of devising successful specialist interventions tailor-made to individual needs.

This role will see you working on a rota basis, covering a service that is supported 24/7 including on call working. You will need to have a flexible approaching to your working hours.

Due to the nature of the post it is essential that you hold a full drivers license and have access to your own vehicle for transport.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to enhanced CRB clearance, the costs of which will be met by the employer.

Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-13T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 28 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/153
Location: West Sussex
Salary: £13,000 per annum Pro Rata

PROJECT SUPPORT WORKER (Multiple) (REF: 13/153)

WEST SUSSEX

PART TIME 20-37.5 HPW AVAILABLE

£13,000- PRO RATA IF PART TIME

We are currently seeking a Project Support Workers to join our new service in the West Sussex working with unaccompanied asylum Seekers including those at risk of trafficking. This role involves youth work with a difference. The successful candidates would be joining a dedicated team working out of Chichester with an opportunity to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable people.

Reporting to the Client Services Manager, you will be responsible for providing practical day to day support and guidance to clients where required. An excellent communicator, you must be client focused, have good organisational and people skills and be able to demonstrate the ability to adapt to situations. You will be positive, motivated and enthusiastic with excellent planning and time management skills.

This role requires you to work on a rota covering a 24 hour service so you will need to have the ability to work flexible shifts and sleep in's. We have a number of roles available with hours between 20 and 37.5, please state within your application any preferences you may have. Should you have any foreign language skills please note these in your application.

This role is subject to an enhanced CRB the costs of which are met by the employer. As this service covers a number of locations you will need a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes. For further information please see the attached documentation.

Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-19T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 16 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/172
Location: Cowley, Oxfordshire
Salary: £13,000 - £14,000 per annum prorata

Project Support Worker

Cowley,Oxfordfordshire (Ref: 13/172)

Permanent, Part Time (31 hours per week)

£13,000 - £14,000 per annum (prorata)

We currently have an opportunity for a Project Support Worker to join our young family's client focussed service based in Cowley, Oxfordshire.

Experience of working in a social care or housing setting is preferable as the role demands a broad knowledge of the issues facing users of supported housing and similar services in order to fully support people to move towards successful independent living. Strong communication and inter-personal skills are essential to success in this role with the ability to use your initiative.

This is a 24/7 service so flexible working is required to meet a rolling rota shared within the service.

Any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced CRB disclosure, costs of which will be met by Home Group Ltd.

At Home Group we are passionate and committed to equality and value diversity and through inclusive and flexible working practices we provide equality of opportunity to everyone.

Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-19T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 29 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/181
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £13,000 - £18,000 per annum

Project Support Worker

Birmingham - (Ref: 13/181)

Temporary until May ‘14

Full Time (37.5 hpw) £13, 000 - £18,000 per annum

We are currently looking for a Project Support Worker to join our team delivering a quality support to the Birmingham Mental Health Carers Service. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an outcome focused service which provides tailored support solutions meeting the needs of the individual. You will engage in and promote multi-agency and partnership working with a comprehensive range of agencies and organisations.

You will need to be able to have the ability to build and develop and sustain professional networks to ensure the delivery of a progressive service. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of the issues Carers face, living in a culturally diverse city such as Birmingham. Ideally you will have experience of working with children and adult carers, and any experience of working in the mental health field would be vey welcome.

You will have an excellent understanding of community resources and how to access them. You will possess excellent communication, administration and problem solving skills as well as commitment and the ability to work on your own initiative to effectively manage diverse caseloads to achieve positive outcomes.

As this role will see you working within the community it is essential that you have the ability to drive and access to a vehicle. You will to be able to work flexibly as part of a team covering Birmingham as this is a citywide service.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to enhanced CRB clearance, the costs of which will be met by the employer.

Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-20T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 28 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/186
Location: Aldershot
Salary: £13,000 - £14,000 per annum prorata

Project Support Worker

Aldershot - (Ref: 13/186)

Permanent, Part Time (27 hours per week)

Starting salary £13,000 - £14,000 per annum (prorata)

Who are Home?

Our role is to provide general needs housing and supported housing services targeted towards helping some of society's most vulnerable people take control of their own lives.

We have over 3,500 colleagues around the UK spread out around over 100 different locations from Scotland to Cornwall. Our head office is based in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

About the role

We are looking to recruit a Project Support Worker who has an understanding of the effects and issues surrounding domestic abuse and the impact this may have on women children and young people.Working with direct supervision and as part of a supportive team, this is an excellent opportunity to support our clients maintain routine tasks leading to an improved quality of life.

Who we're looking for

This position will involve working on a rota covering Monday - Friday (8.00am 7.00pm) and Saturday - Sunday and Bank Holidays (8.00am - 4.00pm) candidates must be willing to work to a rota.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a DBS disclosure, costs of which will be met by Home Group Ltd.

What we'll give you in return

With fantastic progression opportunities and a full training programme for successful applicants, Home Group can support you in supporting our customers and reaching your full potential.

Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-20T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 28 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/187
Location: Hereford
Salary: £13,000 - £14,000 per annum

Project Support Worker

Hereford - (Ref: 13/187)

Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

Starting salary £13,000 - £14,000 per annum

Who are Home?

Our role is to provide general needs housing and supported housing services targeted towards helping some of society's most vulnerable people take control of their own lives.

We have over 3,500 colleagues around the UK spread out around over 100 different locations from Scotland to Cornwall. Our head office is based in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

About the role

We are looking for a Project Support Worker to support the provision of high quality support services to our clients with a range of mental health issues and diverse needs. Working with direct supervision as part of a supportive team, this is an excellent opportunity to support our clients maintain routine tasks leading to an improved quality of life.

Who we're looking for

As this service is operational 24/7 you will be required to work flexibly on a rota basis.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a DBS disclosure, costs of which will be met by Home Group Ltd.

What we'll give you in return

With fantastic progression opportunities and a full training programme for successful applicants, Home Group can support you in supporting our customers and reaching your full potential.

Project Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-20T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 04 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/184
Location: Bishop Auckland
Salary: £13,000 - £18,000 per annum

You will work within our supportive team at our Young Peoples Accommodation service in Bishop Auckland, supporting clients aged 16 to 25 years to achieve their goals and making a real difference every day.

You will be responsible for providing practical support and guidance and will ideally have experience of working within a care and support environment. You will assist clients, when required, on issues such as welfare benefits, budgeting, life skills, employment, education, training and move-on, general welfare, maintenance support and other appropriate tasks. You will actively seek to empower vulnerable people by enabling then to recognise their strengths, abilities and skills.

You will be required to work on a 4 week rolling rota which will include evenings, weekend and being on call.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to enhanced disclosure check through the DBS, the costs of which will be met by the employer.

Project Support Worker (Nights) - Home Group Limited

2013-05-15T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 30 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/154
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £13,000 - £18,000 per annum

Project Support Worker (Nights) - (Ref 13/154)

Maidstone, Kent

Permanent - Full time (37.5 hours per week)

£13,000 - £18,000 per annum

This is an interesting role working within a dynamic team providing night time support to Young People at risk and living in a supported housing service in Maidstone.

You will have the ability to work effectively with clients undertaking tasks to help them to work towards their support plan goals and aspirations. You will have a good understanding of health and safety procedures and be enthusiastic in seeking learning opportunities to enhance your expertise and continually strengthen your skills and knowledge.

You will have an understanding of the issues that can affect young people at risk and have the ability to deliver excellent customer service. With good communication and IT skills you will be able to work well with colleagues from your own and other agencies, building effective working relationships and partnerships in order to support clients and help your team.

This role requires waking nights and sleep in's and the service works to a 6 week rota. This role involves a high level of lone working so you will have a responsible and reliable attitude and you will be able to deal with situations in a calm and appropriate manner.

This role is subject to an enhanced disclosure check the costs of which are met by the employer.

Project Support Worker - 2 posts - Home Group Limited

2013-05-20T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 04 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/185
Location: Brandon, Co. Durham
Salary: £13,000 - £18,000 per annum

You will work within our supportive team at our Young Persons service providing accommodation based housing support, supporting clients to achieve their goals and making a real difference every day.

You will be required to work on a 4 week rolling rota to cover our 24/7 service which will include evenings, weekend and sleep ins.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to enhanced disclosure check through the DBS, the costs of which will be met by the employer.

Project Support Worker x 3 - Home Group Limited

2013-05-15T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 30 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/155
Location: Great Yarmouth
Salary: £13,000 - £18,000 per annum

Project Support Worker x 3 - (Ref 13-155)

Great Yarmouth

Permanent - Full time (37.5 hours per week)

£13,000 - £18,000 per annum

We are currently seeking Project Support Workers to join our service which supports single homeless people. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering person-centred support services to people living in Great Yarmouth who are at risk of homelessness.

We have a number of services and offices across the Norfolk area. This particular role will require the successful candidate to be located in the Great Yarmouth area to support our clients in this location.

You will work with a multi-disciplinary approach in partnership with clients, statutory and partner agencies and support clients to achieve successful housing and community-based outcomes. With an understanding of the issues that can affect single homeless people and the ability to deliver excellent customer service you will have a key role in supporting our clients.

You will have good communication and IT skills, and be able to work well with colleagues, building effective working relationships and partnerships in order to support clients and help your team. Any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced CRB disclosure, costs of which will be met by the employer.

Project Support Workers (2 Posts) - Fabrick Housing Group

2013-05-20T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference:
Location: Redcar & Cleveland
Salary: Band 3 - Salary Minimum | £15,742 per annum

Temporary Fixed Term Contracts until 31 March 2014

1 x full time (35 hours a week)

1 x full time (35 hours a week) to cover maternity leave

You will be responsible for providing support to families who meet the eligibility criteria relevant to the service. Your role will involve implementing the actions detailed in the support plan and will include work with client advocates and/or representatives from other agencies to co-ordinate an integrated support package.

You should have an empathetic approach towards the client group and the issues they face as well as being confident and persistent when necessary. Experience of working in supported housing or associated services would also be an advantage.

We are looking for people with excellent communication skills who are able to work on their own initiative. You will need to be able to understand and implement scheme procedures and a relevant NVQ 2 or equivalent would also be desirable. Applicants without qualifications will be required to complete an NVQ 2.

Main duties include:

Implementing the actions detailed in the support plan
Assisting service users to achieve their goals
Supporting service users to maintain a tenancy and avoid eviction
Supporting access to education, employment and training
Advocacy
Signposting to relevant agencies
Ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the project

You should have experience of working with families and young people.

Please note these vacancies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will therefore require a DBS check.

If, after reading the job description and person specification, you feel you meet the essential criteria required and would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jack Dodds, Supported Housing Manager on telephone number 01642 773600 extension number 3645.

We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply for any vacancies we have available.

Project Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-08T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 26 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/144
Location: North Shields
Salary: £17,000 - £22,000 per annum Pro rata

You will join our team based at North Shields which provides outreach support to to ex-offenders aged 18 years +, throughout the Northumberland Area.

You will be responsible for liaising with statutory, voluntary and other key agencies and of course our clients and colleagues to provide effective guidance and support. Undertaking assessments, support planning and other relevant duties in the provision of high quality housing and care, this is an excellent opportunity to have direct involvement in the delivery of quality services that meets the specific needs of individual clients.

You should demonstrate relevant experience of working within a support or care environment dealing with vulnerable people, have sound knowledge of issues facing clients and resources available in the community including housing and benefits. You will possess excellent communication and administration skills as well as commitment and the ability to work under your own initiative. Previous experience of working with the Criminal Justice system would be desirable along with knowledge of this client group.

You will be required to work on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends. You must also hold a full current driving licence and have access to a car as travelling will be required.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to enhanced disclosure check through the DBS, the costs of which will be met by the employer.

Project Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-14T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 29 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/164
Location: Exeter
Salary: £8.69 - £11.50 per hour

Project Worker

Exeter - (Ref: 13/164)

£8.69 - £11.50 per hour

Flexible hours

We require dedicated, motivated and caring individuals to work with clients throughout Exeter. You will be supporting clients in their own homes who have a severe and enduring mental health diagnosis, including psychosis, aspergers and personality disorders, to move back into the community from in-patient units.

Clients are supported to select their own workers and there is the potential to build up a caseload of regular clients. You will work with our clients who have personal budgets to design services which meet a range of needs including domiciliary care, housing related support and supported living. The work is varied and interesting and is an exciting opportunity to support us in developing our services to be truly client centred.

The hourly rate is negotiable depending on experience you must have experience working with people with mental health problems using the recovery model.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure check, the costs of which will be met by Home Group Ltd.

Project Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-19T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 09 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/174
Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £17,000 - £18,500 per annum

Project Worker

Cheltenham - (Ref: 13/174)

Temporary until May 2014

Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

£17,000 - £18,500 per annum

You will work with our supportive team at our Quilter House accommodation service, working with homeless men and women over the age of 25 years old. day.

In your role you will undertake assessment, support planning and other relevant duties in support of both the provision of high quality housing and support. You will assist clients, when required, on issues such as welfare benefits, budgeting, life skills, employment, education, training and move-on, general welfare, maintenance support and other appropriate tasks. You will actively seek to empower vulnerable people by enabling then to recognise their strengths, abilities and skills.

An excellent communicator, you should be client focussed, flexible, have good organisational and people skills and be able to demonstrate the ability to adapt to situations and have a flexible approach. We are looking for committed people who are able to work on their own initiative with individuals with varying support needs. The roles demand excellent communication skills as you must be confident liaising with statutory, voluntary and other key agencies.

You will be required to work on a rolling rota which will include evenings and weekend working.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to DBS clearance, the costs of which will be met by the employer.

Project Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-19T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/176
Location: Preston
Salary: £17,000 - £22,500 per annum

We are currently seeking a Project Worker to work in our Young Parents service in Preston. You will be responsible for liaising with statutory, voluntary and other key agencies and of course our clients and internal colleagues in providing effective guidance and support. Undertaking assessments, support planning and other relevant duties in the provision of high quality housing and care, this is an excellent opportunity to have direct involvement in the delivery of quality services that meets the specific needs of individual clients. You will use a range of skills to support clients into independent living and will work within the Lancashire Framework of Safeguarding Children and Young People.

You should demonstrate relevant experience of working within a support or care environment and dealing with vulnerable people, have sound knowledge of issues facing clients and resources available in the community. You will possess excellent communication and administration skills as well as commitment, the ability and motivation to work under your own initiative.

This is a 24/7 service and you will therefore be required to work on a rota basis which will include evenings, weekends and sleep ins.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to enhanced disclosure check through the DBS, the costs of which will be met by the employer.

Registered Support Worker - Home Group Limited

2013-05-08T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 25 May 2013 23:59
Reference: 13/140
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £13,000 - £14,000 per annum

Who are Home?

Our role is to provide general needs housing and supported housing services targeted towards helping some of society's most vulnerable people take control of their own lives.

We have over 3,500 colleagues around the UK spread out around over 100 different locations from Scotland to Cornwall. Our head office is based at Gosforth Park Way, Newcastle Upon Tyne.

About the role

Portal House is a 24 hour registered care service providing person centred support/care services to 16 clients with mental health issues.

We promote an openness and honesty amongst our team and focus on the values including Caring, Accountable, Energerised, and Commercial.

What we'll give you in return

With fantastic progression opportunities and a full training programme for successful applicants, Home Group can support you in supporting our customers and reaching your full potential.

Relief Worker - Hope North East

2013-05-20T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 21 May 2014 00:00
Reference:
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £6.50 per hour plus holiday pay

(Zero hour contract)

‘Middlesbrough Recovering Together' (MRT) is an exciting new Recovery Service being jointly delivered by Hope North East (HNE) and Tees Valley Housing (Fabrick) throughout Middlesbrough from April 2013, commissioned by Middlesbrough Council for a period of 3-5 years.

HNE is a Service User-led organisation, which was formed in 2008 and in 2012 became a Registered Charity.

This new and exciting Service User and Carer-Led Recovery Service will provide a range of support to assist vulnerable people with addiction issues to transform their lives, strengthening and promoting recovery, resilience and independence.

Relief Workers will be required within the 6 unit residential supported accommodation to provide recovery based housing support, independent living skills and other duties to individuals seeking recovery from addiction. This will involve, supporting the service user through the transition of change to an independent lifestyle and securing appropriate move-on housing.

We are particularly looking for individuals who want to:

Flexible and able to undertake shift work during evenings, nights and/or weekends
Support individuals to ensure a safe transition through recovery towards independent living
Support individuals with their recovery from addiction
Develop their skills and knowledge of the support arena
Place the service user at the heart of delivery

Social Support Assistant - Middlesbrough and Stockton Mind

2013-05-08T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 26 May 2013 17:00
Reference:
Location: Teesside
Salary: £15,000 per annum pro rata

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic person to join the Living Life team to assist in the delivery of the social suppport service. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting individuals with mental health difficulties to improve their lives.

The service is changing and developing and it is essential that the successful applicant is able to work flexibly to meet the demands of the changing service. More information about Living Life can be found at www.middlesbroughandstocktonmind.org.uk

This position is subject to Middlesbrough and Stockton Mind’s policies on the Safeguarding of Children, Young People, the Protection of Vulnerable Adults, and an enhanced CRB check, rechecked every three years.

Working as part of a team of staff and volunteers, to provide an open-access, social support service for adults with mental health needs, with a clear focus on mental health recovery.

This service is managed by Middlesbrough and Stockton Mind and provided in partnership with Middlesbrough Council Adult Social Care and Tees Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties

To facilitate a range of social activities and learning opportunities within the service, based on service users’ interests and needs, which promote mental health and well-being

To encourage, motivate and support service users to participate in activities and learning opportunities

To support the delivery of courses and groups within the service by identifying service users’ interests and needs, motivating service users, keeping registers of interest etc

To provide information to service users about other opportunities and service available to them, and signpost or refer on as necessary

To provide support, guidance and encouragement to volunteers

To support volunteers in the running of the coffee shop, and provide practical help in the coffee shop as needed

To introduce new service users to the service, discussing their needs and the service aims

To encourage and support the involvement of service users in the planning, development and delivery of the service

To create an appropriate environment in the service for social support and learning

To work with more senior staff to in responding to risk within the service.

To support service users in following the Code of Conduct and enforcing this if necessary

To record service activity on IT systems as necessary.

To actively contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of the service by working with service users to identify mental health benefits and other outcomes

Other duties

To be responsible for the service, working with a co-worker, in the absence of the Senior Support Workers

To provide information about the service to other professionals/agencies

To keep accurate records of activities and outcomes

To undertake admin tasks as required

To take appropriate responsibility for Health and Safety and the safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults

To work in accordance with all of Middlesbrough and Stockton Mind’s policies, procedures and practices and the specific policies and procedures of this service

To work within professional boundaries and within theGeneral Social Care Council Code of Practice

To take part in support and supervision, team meetings, training and development activities as required

To undertake other tasks commensurate with the post as required

Support Workers - North Tyneside Carers' Centre

2013-05-08T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2013 16:00
Reference:
Location: North Tyneside
Salary: £8 per hour

North Tyneside Carers' Centre provides practical and emotional support to carers within the borough of North Tyneside.

experience of working with people with disabilities
the drive to provide quality stimulative support to clients
experience providing personal care
excellent communication and organisational skills
the ability to work evening and weekends
the enthusiasm and the ability to work as part of a team

Volunteer Assistant Group Worker (2 Posts) - The Junction Foundation

2013-05-14T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 27 May 2013 12:00
Reference:
Location: Redcar
Salary: Not specified

The Junction provides a range of information & support services to children & young people aged 25 and under & their families across the Tees Valley.

We are looking for efficient and enthusiastic workers to join a team which is committed to working with children, young people & families in a positive and flexible way.

For a description please visit our website www.thejunctionfoundation.com

Volunteer Assistant Project Worker - The Junction Foundation

2013-05-14T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 27 May 2013 10:00
Reference:
Location: Redcar
Salary: Not specified

The Junction provides a range of information & support services to children & young people aged 25 and under & their families across the Tees Valley.

We are looking for efficient and enthusiastic workers to join a team which is committed to working with children, young people & families in a positive and flexible way.

For a description please visit our website www.thejunctionfoundation.com

Volunteer Befrienders - Pioneering Care Partnership

2012-09-17T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 17 Sep 2013 23:59
Reference:
Location: County Durham area
Salary: Not specified

Volunteer Befrienders Wanted.

The Health Buddy Scheme at the Pioneering Care Centre are looking for Volunteer Befrienders to work within their own communities.

As a Volunteer Befriender you will develop a trusting relationship with clients, help them with shopping or attending medical appointments, encourage them to engage with social activities and access services. You will be supporting people living within County Durham who are recently discharged from hospital to prevent hospital readmission.

If you are patient and reliable then this could be an ideal opportunity for you. A full training and support package will be provided by PCP and ideally volunteers should be able to give a minimum of 2 hours a week.

Volunteer Day Care Escort - Butterwick Hospice Care

2012-10-06T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 06 Oct 2013 23:59
Reference:
Location: Bishop Auckland
Salary: Not specified

At Butterwick Hospice Care we strive to ensure the very highest quality of care for our patients and their families. We currently have over 600 volunteers helping us deliver this level of care and we are looking for new people to join our excellent team.

As a Volunteer Day Care Escort you will be responsible for assisting the Patient Minibus Driver in transporting patients to/from their home to enable them to access our first rate Day Care services at our hospice in Bishop Auckland; and assisting them home also.

The Volunteer Day Care Escorts play a vital role in ensuring patients are able to access what can be a vital service, allowing them to receive specialist care and advice in a sociable and welcoming environment that can make patients feel comfortable and relaxed.

Full training will be provided.

Volunteer Marketing and Research Officer - The Junction Foundation

2013-05-14T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 27 May 2013 10:00
Reference:
Location: Redcar
Salary: Not specified

The Junction provides a range of information & support services to children & young people aged 25 and under & their families across the Tees Valley.

We are looking for efficient and enthusiastic workers to join a team which is committed to working with children, young people & families in a positive and flexible way.

For a description please visit our website www.thejunctionfoundation.com

Young Carers’ Peer Mentor - The Junction Foundation

2013-05-14T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 27 May 2013 17:00
Reference:
Location: Redcar
Salary: £12,506 per annum pro-rata

The Junction provides a range of information & support services to children & young people aged 25 and under & their families across the Tees Valley.

We are looking for efficient and enthusiastic workers to join a team which is committed to working with children, young people & families in a positive and flexible way.

Fixed term ends May 2015.

For a description please visit our website www.thejunctionfoundation.com

Young Carers’ Project Family Worker - The Junction Foundation

2013-05-14T23:00:00Z

Closing Date: 27 May 2013 12:00
Reference:
Location: Redcar
Salary: £20,132 per annum pro-rata

The Junction provides a range of information & support services to children & young people aged 25 and under & their families across the Tees Valley.

We are looking for efficient and enthusiastic workers to join a team which is committed to working with children, young people & families in a positive and flexible way.

Fixed term 12 months with the view to secure additional funding.

For a description please visit our website www.thejunctionfoundation.com