Second Step is a leading mental health charity in the South West offering housing, support and hope to thousands of people with mental health and other support needs. Our goal is to inspire hope and deliver change for everybody and every community we work with.The PersonAre you passionate about supporting people who have experienced complex challenges in life to thrive?
Are you caring, compassionate and non-judgemental? Are you looking for a new challenge or a change of career? Would you enjoy being a part of a dynamic and diverse team?We have an exciting opportunity for someone who is eager to enable clients with complex needs to move towards recovery. As a Support Worker in our Supported Housing Service you will work in a psychologically and trauma informed way, be values led and looking to grow both personally and professionally.This is one of our Support Workers said about the service:"Second Step was exactly what I was looking for in an employer – passionate, caring and focused on recovery.
I loved working with the complex client group and really appreciated that I could learn much more from them as they could from me! With Second Step I could develop my skills and pursue my personal areas of interest. I really value that I was given the opportunity to progress to a more senior role."The RoleThe aim of a Support Worker is to deliver person-centred support to clients who are on a journey to recovery and who live in our Supported Housing service. Working in a psychologically, adversity and trauma informed way, this includes:Holding a caseload of clients who you meet 1:1 at least weeklyDeveloping and facilitating groups and activities for clientsDeveloping support plans and working creatively with clients to support them to meet their goalsMaintaining detailed case notesHelping clients to develop skills to move towards independent livingHelping clients to maximise their incomeChampioning hope and courageResponding to incidents and ensuring diligent reportingPromoting the safety and wellbeing of clientsFurther details of this opportunity can be found in the role profile which you can access from the top of this screen.About our Accommodation-based servicesSecond Step provides a variety of accommodation-based services as part of the Bristol City Council commissioned Pathways, as well as multiple other housing related services.
Currently accommodation-based services are located in Bristol, however, Second Step has services throughout the South West. Second Step is a leading provider of mental health and accommodation services.
We offer excellent training and support, and we acknowledge the commitment and dedication of our employees, which is the foundation of our success.
We would like to hear from people who share the same belief and values, who are looking for a new challenge and to further develop their skills. Closing date: 4th February 2025Interview dates: Week Commencing 10th February 2025If you would like an initial informal discussion about the role, please contact the Supported Housing Team Manager, Steven Lister (). The ability to travel to several appointments daily (including in rural areas with limited/ unreliable public transport) is essential.