Community Support Worker - (Devon) (Devon, South West, United Kingdom)

Community Support Worker: A Rewarding Opportunity to Shape Futures in Devon

Are you seeking a career that genuinely makes a difference in people's lives? This Community Support Worker position offers a unique and deeply rewarding opportunity to guide individuals through their rehabilitation journey and empower them to build brighter futures. Located in Devon, this permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week) is an invitation to join a passionate team dedicated to fostering social inclusion, enhancing wellbeing, and developing essential life skills within a supportive community setting.

What This Role Offers You:

This position is more than just a job; it's a chance to be a catalyst for positive change. You'll have the immense satisfaction of working directly with a caseload of participants, providing crucial guidance and tailored support from their initial assessment throughout their sentence. The role emphasizes a person-centered approach, utilizing both one-on-one sessions and group interventions designed to empower individuals and equip them with the skills they need to thrive.

Key advantages for candidates include:

• Meaningful Impact: Directly contribute to the rehabilitation and successful reintegration of individuals into society.
• Comprehensive Support Structure: Collaborate with volunteer peer mentors and access resources for housing, health, and substance misuse recovery to best support your caseload.
• Professional Development: Be part of a learning environment that encourages skill development and best practice sharing amongst colleagues.
• Employee-Owned Organisation: Benefit from being part of an organisation that prioritizes its people and fosters a strong sense of community.
• Competitive Remuneration & Benefits: A salary ranging from £24,650 - £29,000 per annum (dependent on experience) is complemented by an attractive benefits package:
  • 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the option to purchase an additional 5 days).
  • 2 Volunteer Days to give back to the community.
  • A generous pension scheme (5% Employee / 5% Employer contribution).
  • Healthcare Cash Plan, including 3 x salary life assurance.
  • Annual salary pay review to ensure your dedication is recognized.
  • Refer a friend scheme to share this great opportunity.
  • Free access to Benefit Hub for retail discounts, cycle to work schemes, and more.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

This role is ideal for compassionate, motivated, and confident individuals who are empathetic and comfortable working with diverse populations. Your passion for supporting others and commitment to helping individuals overcome challenges will be your greatest assets. The role requires strong case management skills, with a particular emphasis on safeguarding adults and children, and the ability to manage risk effectively in line with organizational policies and procedures.

To excel in this role, consider the following:

• Experience & Skills: While not mandatory, experience managing a caseload or possessing an IAG Level 3 qualification would be beneficial. A strong understanding of data input and retrieval, coupled with experience in a target-driven environment, will be advantageous.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills are essential for building rapport with participants and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Motivation & Engagement: The ability to motivate and sustain engagement with individuals from all walks of life is crucial for success.
• Adaptability: You'll be working within a dynamic environment, requiring adaptability and a proactive approach to meeting contractual targets.
• Safeguarding Commitment: A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults is paramount, requiring a willingness to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals looking to advance their career in social care and make a tangible difference in their community. If you are driven by purpose and possess the qualities to inspire positive transformation, we encourage you to explore this exciting role.