Work for The Salvation Army
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To join a team supporting homeless and vulnerable adults in Edinburgh at our accommodation, visiting Support and drop-in services.You would provide Housing Support to prevent homelessness or to support individuals who are homeless to resettle into long term accommodation.
Key Responsibilities:The role of Assistant Support Worker with The Salvation Army is an inspirational one and key to achieving successful outcomes for our vulnerable clients. As a motivated and dynamic Support Worker you will be responsible for developing and delivering a high quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. You will address client support needs, enable them to achieve positive life changes and ultimately empower them to lead more sustainable lifestyles.You will also complete day to day activities including administration tasks and reception duties to support the successful operation of the Lifehouse
The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:Motivation towards supporting vulnerable clients to achieve focussed and positive life outcomesAble to work within the Christian ethos of The Salvation ArmyGood customer service and time management skills with ability to prioritise workload
Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK and a satisfactory PVG Scheme disclosure check. Please note that you will be required to pay either for a new PVG Scheme Membership application (GBP 59.00) or for the Scheme Record Update fee (GBP 18.00) if you are already a member of the PVG Scheme.
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