This is a part-time Young People's Worker post in Aberlour Child Care Trust's Options Fife Continuing Care service, supporting young people with learning disabilities and/or autism. Four young people aged 16 and over, each with their own flat, will receive person-centred support with daily living and care plan goals. The residential rota with sleepovers runs across two 12.5-hour shifts a week. Applicants need an SCQF level 7 qualification or a willingness to work towards one, and a PVG check.
What the job involves
- Provide enabling, person-centred support to young people in their daily living
- Deliver the highest level of physical and emotional care
- Help young people work towards goals in their care plans
- Support young people within the local community
- Work the residential rota, including sleepovers
What’s required
Qualifications
- SCQF level 7 or above relevant professional qualification, such as SVQ3 Care plus an HNC, or willingness to work towards one
Experience
- Relevant experience of working with children or young people
Skills & knowledge
- Awareness of the key elements of working with people affected by disability
- Understanding of, and commitment to, young people's rights
Checks & eligibility
- PVG Scheme check
Nice to have
- Social care experience
- Understanding of autism, complex needs and disability
What’s offered
- Generous annual leave
- Excellent employer pension scheme
- Supportive team
- Training opportunities
- Deals and discounts across various retailers
- 9% unsocial hours allowance included in pay
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
