Work for The Salvation Army
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The Salvation Army has been awarded a contract in Cardiff to support 106 young people in Cardiff who are experiencing homelessness. The contract works within a psychologically informed framework that includes delivering zero evictions within the lifehouses and offering post resettlement support to allow the young person to positively settle and move into independent living.
Key Responsibilities: The role of Assistant Support Worker with The Salvation Army is an inspirational one and key to achieving successful outcomes for clients. As a motivated and dynamic Assistant Support Worker you will be responsible for assisting with delivering a high quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. You will address clients support needs, enable them to make positive life choices and ultimately empower them to lead more sustainable lifestyles.
The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate: • Respect and compassion• Good verbal and written communication skills• Good Computer skills • Flexibility• Work shifts, unsociable hours and weekend work• A Level 3 NVQ qualification (or equivalent) in a related field, or a willingness to work towards it, is essential
Please note: In your application for the above position please specify your preferred location Northlands or Ty Diogel. The successful candidate will be expected to work across both sites.
In order to complete your application, please download and read the job description and person specification. In the person specification you will find the criteria required for the role, please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement.
For a downloadable copy of the advert please click here.