Specialist Support Officer - Camden - £31,553

Job summary

Join Riverside as a Specialist Support Officer and make a significant impact in supporting vulnerable individuals in their journey towards independence. Enjoy flexible working options, a competitive salary, and a commitment to your personal development. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to empowering communities.

Role details

Role

Full-time

Industry

Healthcare And Medical

Employment

Fulltime

Experience

2 Years +

Education

Relevant Professional Qualification

Responsibilities

• undertaking group & one to one interventions with clients of a specialist nature
• providing a comprehensive support planning service to customers
• participating in cross-service initiatives & projects in relation to their specialist area
• carrying out assessment to identify and prioritize needs
• using SMART goal planning to provide needs led holistic support
• disseminating & advising the local & wider team on changes to best practice & new legislation
• complying with all relevant policies & procedures
• developing and maintaining positive links with key stakeholders
• administering medication & carrying out duty shifts
• ensuring appropriate records are maintained
• creating an environment that promotes opportunities for customers to develop skills towards independence

Requirements

• relevant qualification to be eligible for registration with a professional body (i.e. HCPC, UKCP, BACP)
• knowledge of specialist assessment tools, methods and case formulation
• knowledge of evidence based specialist interventions appropriate for mental health and community settings
• experience of undertaking customer assessments, support planning and key-working with a clear outcome focus
• knowledge about recovery model, peer support and coproduction procedures
• experience working in community settings therapeutically, including assessments, designing interventions and demonstrating outcomes
• experience running therapeutic groups
• ability to react to crisis situations in a calm effective way
• basic level of IT skills and literacy
• strong time management skills and ability to prioritise workload
• ability to communicate effectively in writing including the preparation of letters reports & file notes
• ability to contribute to effective team working
• understanding of safeguarding procedures for children and adults

Benefits

• competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• flexible working options available
• investment in your learning and personal development
• wide range of benefits

Key skills