Central Recruitment is working with an organisation that provides supported housing and living services to vulnerable adults suffering from mental health conditions and homelessness. Our client is currently recruiting for a Support Worker to work in the South East London area at a service that provides support to individuals with complex and multiple needs, including mental health and substance misuse. * 45 hours per week * Monday - Sunday (rota basis) * Shifts: 08:00 – 18:00, there is a requirement to work every other weekend * Temporary: approx. 2-3 months * £16.59 per hour (£14.80 per hour, with £1.79 holiday pay) This is an excellent opportunity to support adults with complex needs on their pathway to independence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Hold a caseload of key clients and work with them to develop an agreed, person-centred support plan * Support and encourage residents to engage in social, educational, and leisure activities * Assist and encourage residents to maintain their rooms in a clean and safe condition * Monitor and supervise the health and wellbeing of residents at agreed intervals * Monitor concordance of prescribed medication and alert care providers of any concerns and report any changes or relapse indicators * Work in close partnership with external agencies and update them of changes in resident wellbeing * Carry out regular wellbeing checks and ensure only authorised persons enter the building * Ensure that any emergencies/incidents are dealt with in line with policies and procedures * Understand the legislation and guidance relating to the health and welfare of residents * Participate in a duty rota that meets the needs of the service WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: * Experience supporting residents with mental health needs and experience working in a supported housing setting * Knowledge and understanding of issues related to alcohol and substance abuse * Experience compiling SMART action plans * Experience using appropriate techniques to work with challenging behaviours * Ability to compile comprehensive assessments including risk assessments * Knowledge of health and social care legislation * Ability to apply the principals of adult safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults * Understanding of welfare benefits * Ability to identify residents' strengths and address problem behaviours * IT skills necessary to compile correspondence and reports Desirable: Ability to cook when required FURTHER REQUIREMENTS: In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria: * Current valid right to work in the UK * Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise) * A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60) * Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process HOW TO APPLY: If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration. *Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position