Support Worker

Support worker – Homelessness – Nights

Your new company
You will be supporting a homelessness Services in Plymouth. This hostel ensures the safety of vulnerable adults in our society. The individuals you will support may have mental health illnesses, drug and alcohol misuse, homelessness, be victims of domestic abuse and more.
Your new role
You will be ensuring vulnerable adults’ safety through their stay at the hostel via timed welfare checks.De-escalating challenging behaviour and situationsDeliver emergency medication.Clear and precise record keeping and handovers.Ensure all policies and procedures are followed which will be outlined and trained by the site manager.Deliver first aid if required.Light domestic chores in communal areas.What you’ll need to succeed
You must be reliable.Similar experience is desired but not essential, similar experience may be considered.You can demonstrate you can think on your feet.Be compassionate and understanding about the individuals you will be looking after.You can demonstrate a can do attitude.What you’ll get in return
Support of a dedicated Hays consultantFree training and developmentOnsite training by the site managerPension contributions of up to 3%CV writingRefer a Friend SchemeWhat you need to do now

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