Job Description

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Overall purpose of the job

The Support Worker undertakes a wide range of tasks and responsibilities in accordance with the requirements of the community and the companions. You will play a key part in securing the welfare and wellbeing of our companions, from when they join our community to when they move on. You will be responsible for providing the emotional and practical support necessary to enable our companions to manage their accommodation, play an active part in the community and make a useful contribution to the social enterprise activities. You will also facilitate companions' access to specialist support or training and development, and support them in overcoming any underlying issues that may prevent their personal development. Through regular review sessions, you will develop individual support plans to meet companions' goals and aspirations. This role will support and assist the Head of Operations & Accommodation with the effective management and day-to-day activity of Emmaus Merseyside.

Duties & Responsibilities

Companion Welfare and Wellbeing

To assist in the assessment of potential companions: to assess referrals, conduct

interviews, and carry out induction

Build supportive and professional relationships with companions

Support companions in their daily work activities through mentoring and coaching within the

Social Enterprise outlets

Assist with the preparation, management, and regular review of individual Personal

Development Plans for each companion

To conduct regular support meetings with companions to monitor progress, stimulate action

and to be aware of their emotional and physical wellbeing

Undertake risk assessments identifying and mitigating any risks in conjunction with the

Head of Operations & Accommodation

Ensure that companion needs assessments are accurately completed and acted upon

Identify and signpost companions to specialist services where appropriate and support

companions throughout this process

Facilitate and co-ordinate with external agencies in relation to companion health, housing

benefit, support and training

Help to organise training and work opportunities for companions

Maintain community discipline

Conduct companion meetings

Facilitate extracurricular activities to benefit the community.

Accommodation

Ensure that communal and public areas are well maintained and in good functional condition.

Carry out Health and Safety checks and assessments

Conduct room inspections as appropriate

Get rooms ready for new companion move ins, and inspect when people move out.

Administration

Maintain and contribute to detailed companion files having due regard for confidentiality and

GDPR

Complete all necessary documentation including regulatory documentation and licence

agreements

Ensure all Emmaus Merseyside policies and procedures are always adhered to

Adhere to cash procedures for the distribution and control of companion allowances and petty

cash

Conduct/Attend Companion meetings.

Other Responsibilities

Participate in a staff on call rota

Work flexibly and cover for colleagues as and when required

Attend meetings and contribute to the overall Community strategy

Promote the development of Solidarity action within and from the community

Cultivate external relationships with support and development agencies

Perform any other tasks or duties commensurate with your role

To manage the community kitchen - Menu Creation, Food ordering within budget, and

support to make sure companion meals are varied & consistent

Any other request deemed necessary by management.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 18,345.60 per year

Expected hours: 28 per week

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person