Support Worker – Supported Living

Care Support ScotlandWe are a charity with decades of experience supporting people across Scotland, providing those who need us with support that ranges from Mental Health, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity, Youth and Adult Homelessness and Older People services. Guided by our values of Respect and Compassion, we empower both the people we support and our colleagues to Thrive every dayWhy work with us?At Care Support Scotland caring isn’t just a job — it’s who we are. Join our dedicated team and help transform lives while growing your own career.Pension contributions matched up to 6%Financial Flexibility – Access your wages as you earn them with our Earned Wage Access benefit.Employee Assistance Programme through HSFContribution to HSF Health Plan – supporting your everyday health needsGenerous annual leave – 33 days including public holidays, increasing with serviceSupportive absence policies to help when you need time offDeath in Benefit Cover – 2x annual salarySupport with funded qualificationsCareer development and progression opportunitiesWho we are looking forWe are looking for a fun, energetic and enthusiastic person to support a young man with autism and a learning disability who enjoys an active lifestyle and receives 24/7 support. He loves getting out and about, taking part in activities, and going on long walks, so we are looking for someone who is positive, engaging and enjoys being active.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about social care and wants to gain valuable hands-on experience while making a real difference to someone’s daily life. We are looking for someone who shares CSS values of respect, compassion and to thrive whilst delivering person-centred support.Our aim is to provide positive, life-enhancing support delivered by caring, professional staff who help individuals live full, active and meaningful lives.Role and Responsibilities:Provide support that positively impacts the person we support’s health and wellbeingContribute and implement support plansBe responsible for the delivery of all support and its administration, including personal care, tenancy support, health needs (including assistance with medication), personal development, emotional needs and inclusion.Essential Skills and AttributesQualified to the level required by the SSSC as a support worker in a housing support service/care at home service, or a willingness to work towards and to successfully complete qualification within the SSSC specified timeframe.An energetic, enthusiastic person who would be interested in supporting a young man who lives with autism and learning disability; for whom the service provides 24/7 cover.Support is inclusive of indoor and outdoor activities, so a willingness to be outdoors and be fit enough for longer walks would be essential, within the rural community.A clean UK driving licence is required in order to take our client to and from activities.Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiativePassion for helping people live independentlyExperience or interest in housing, social care, or community supportCommitment to the values and mission of Care Support Scotland, and to promoting equality, diversity and inclusionDesired Skills and Attributes:A practice qualification (at least SCQF level 7 or above) recognised by the SSSC, in the category of support workers in a Housing Support Service / Care at Home service, or willingness to work towards this.Understanding of benefits and budgeting supportPrevious demonstrable experience working within an adult social care settingUnderstanding of the Care Inspectorate and its purposeUnderstanding of the SSSC and its purposeA Positive Behaviour Support, or Trauma Informed Practice qualification or accreditation.Additional NotesShift work, weekend work/sleepovers may be a requirement of this role.PVG scheme membershipSSSC registration are requirements of this postPlease note, you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK.We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward if a suitable candidate is identified.Care Support Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and always welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of: sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity.