Job Title: Case Worker
Total Care Recruitment is seeking a motivated and compassionate Case Worker for a supported temporary accommodation service in Dungannon, offering 24/7 support for homeless individuals aged 18 and over.
About the Role
As a Case Worker, you will play an essential role in providing holistic support to service users, empowering them to make positive changes for their future.
You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting individuals through a housing-led, low threshold, harm reduction approach.
Your role will involve providing tailored support plans, engaging with external agencies, and assisting service users with their transition into the service and their community integration.
Key Responsibilities
* Service User Support: Work in a person-centred and professional manner, assessing service users' safety and wellbeing needs and developing appropriate support plans.
* Key Working: Partner with service users and external agencies to deliver meaningful and effective support.
* Encourage Community Integration: Encourage service users to integrate into the community in line with good neighbourhood principles.
* Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies and conduct wellbeing and health checks.
* Administration: Maintain accurate client records, manage incidents and accidents, and complete other necessary administrative tasks.
* Team Collaboration: Participate in team meetings, handovers, and the mentoring of volunteers.
Requirements
* Qualifications: A formal Level 3 qualification in a social care field (e.g., diploma in health and social care or equivalent).
* Experience: At least 2 years of relevant paid work experience in a similar role or 3 years experience with Level 2 qualifications (including Math and English, e.g., GCSEs or NVQs).
* Skills: Knowledge of risk assessment and management. Strong IT skills, including using systems to record client information. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to compile accurate reports and documentation.
* Circumstances: Ability to work a flexible rota, including weekends, evenings, and mornings. Access to a car (insured for business purposes) and a valid driving license is essential.
Benefits
* Annual Leave:
* Holiday Pay:
* Contributory Pension Scheme:
* Weekly Pay:
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals and making a positive difference, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role via Jobs NI.
Total Care Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.