Support Worker

Description

Title: Support Worker (Homelessness, Drug & Alcohol Support) – Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing homelessness and substance use challenges?

ASA Recruitment is seeking experienced Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Edinburgh. In this role, you’ll provide compassionate, person centred support to individuals navigating complex life circumstances, including homelessness, addiction, and mental health issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with individuals experiencing homelessness and provide drug and alcohol support.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans that address each individual’s goals and outcomes
• Offer support, guidance, and advocacy, focusing on daily living skills, health and wellbeing, and recovery from substance use.
• Work closely with local healthcare providers, housing services, and community organisations to ensure comprehensive support.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with policies and procedures.

What We Need From You:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Understanding of issues related to homelessness, substance misuse, and mental health.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Empathy, resilience, and a non judgemental approach.
• Relevant qualifications in housing, social care, social work, psychology, or related fields are desirable. This may include SVQs in Health and Social Care or Housing, HNCs in Social Services or Housing Practice, or other certified training related to tenancy management, homelessness prevention, or community support.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Shifts: Enjoy a personalised experience with flexibility in shift patterns to suit your lifestyle.
• Referral Scheme: Benefit from our refer a friend scheme, offering £250 Love2Shop vouchers.

If this is your perfect dream role, then why wait? Apply Today!

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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