SHORT TERM SUPPORT FOR LONG TERM INDEPENDENCE
Southdown is a leading provider of specialist housing related support services across Sussex. By delivering short term support we help people to deal with issues that threaten their accommodation and develop long term independence. Services are flexible and outcome-focused, giving prompt advice and support as well as signposting people onto other appropriate local services and agencies.
We continue to expand the services that we provide and to meet this growth are always keen to consider applications from people who are keen to develop their careers with Southdown. The type of posts that we have on offer :
Main duties for this role will be planning and producing lunches (Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays) for up to 35 people at a Resource Centre in Brighton for mental health service users and being responsible for health and hygiene in the kitchen and dining area.
All applicants should:
Reference: CPPi
Location: Brighton
Closing date for applications: Noon, Thursday 12th August 2010
Interviews will be held: Thursday 19th August 2010
For an application pack for this post, please click here. For an application form - see top of page.
This is an established scheme working in partnership with local authorities and registered social landlords to provide tenancies with support. It offers an alternate housing option for vulnerable members of the community to prevent homelessness and a stepping stone to independence , Due to one of our team returning to full time education we are looking to fill the following vacancy:
Using your knowledge of local resources and understanding of the support needs of vulnerable people, you will help deliver a first class service that helps people move into and sustain their tenancy.
You will work to an agreed action plan, involving the service user throughout to identify goals that lead to greater independence and ensure they have opportunities to shape service delivery.
You will manage your own case load, have good IT, communication and team work skills.
This post requires you to be a driver with access to a car for work purposes.
Reference: FSHOi
Location:Horsham
Closing date for applications: Noon, Thursday 12th August 2010
Interviews will be held: Friday 27th August 2010
For an application pack for this post, please click here. For an application form - see top of page.
An Area Office Coordinator is required in our busy Brighton Housing Team. Specific responsibility will be to provide business support to the area office. The role requires you to work closely with managers and front line staff. This is a key post which is at the hub of the department, providing administrative support to Floating Support Officers within the department and in the wider organisation.
You will have experience of maintaining administrative systems, office management and collation of statistics . You will provide reception cover and deliver a professional service to service users, professionals and contractors.
Excellent IT Skills are required for this post.
You will work in a supportive team and receive regular supervision from the Team Leader. All staff receive a full induction.
Reference: AOCBi
Location: Brighton
Closing date for applications: Noon, Thursday 12th August 2010
Interviews will be held: Thursday 19th August 2010
For an application pack for this post, please click here. For an application form see top of page.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Support Worker at this established service for five adults with learning and physical disabilities. You will be part of a committed team that provides support to and advocates on behalf of the service users. The service users live in a purpose built, fully accessible home in Portslade and do not use speech so you should be able to communicate in other ways.
The aim of the service is to support the service users to participate fully in all aspects of their time at home and in the community. We work closely as a team to achieve this and to maintain our CQC rated 3 star - excellent standards, therefore the ability to communicate clearly and to contribute ideas is important to the continued success of this service.
All applicants should be 21 years or over (Ref 8, Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 applies.) This post requires you to be a driver with a manual driving licence valid for the UK.
Reference: SWMLi
Location: Portslade
Closing date for applications: Noon, Thursday 12th August 2010
Interviews will be held: Friday 20th August 2010
For an application pack, please click here. For an application form - see top of page.
We have an exciting opportunity to join this service in East Brighton. This service supports 8 adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities who live in their own home. Service users are supported to live a fill and active lifestyle within the local community, participating in interests of their choice and maintaining a strong network of friendship with friends and family.
Extensive induction training will provide you with the skills you need to become a successful support worker. Additional payments are made for sleep in duties.
All applicants should be 21 years or over (Ref 8, Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 applies.) This post requires you to be a driver with a manual driving licence valid for the UK.
Reference: WWSWi
Location: East Brighton
Closing date for applications: Noon, Thursday 12th August 2010
Interviews will be held: Monday 23rd August 2010
For an application pack, please click here. For an application form - see top of page.
Hours : 30 per week (over at least 4 days to include some Saturday and evening work
Salary : £16,795 per annum, pro rata + £955 per annum, pro rata car users allowance
Southdown's Community Support Service works with a wide range of vulnerable adults providing them with support in their own homes to help promote independence and reduce social isolation. The work involves supporting Service Users with :
We do not carry out tasks for people but actively support them to live as independently as possible.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and imaginative person who respects service user choice and can also help stimulate new interests.
THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE A DRIVER WITH ACCESS TO A CAR FOR WORK PURPOSES
Location :Covering Lewes / Wealden / Eastbourne area
Closing date for applications : noon on Friday, 30th July 2010
Interviews will be held on : Thursday, 19th August 2010
For an application pack for Community Support Worker (ref : CSWL2). Please click here.
For an Application Form, please see top of the page.
Home Works provides short - term support to create long term independence for anyone who needs help and support to deal with issues that place them at risk of homelessness. The service employs 100 staff across East Sussex and we are always keen to hear from people who would be interested in joining one of our team. If we do not have current vacancies we will keep applications on file. In addition to permanent positions we are also keen to hear from people looking for flexible or temporary working arrangements. Posts that we recruit to include:
Using your well developed knowledge of local resources and understanding of the support needs of vulnerable people, you will help us deliver a first class service that helps people reach their goals following an agreed action plan. Managing your own caseload and undertaking assessments you will have good IT, communication, written and numeracy skills.
This is a fixed term post until 31st January 2011.
This post requires you to be a driver with access to a car for work purposes.
For an application pack for this post, please click here
This is an ideal role for people wanting to develop a role in community based support work. You will provide support to help service users to deal with immediate situations that may be placing their housing at risk, or help establishing a new home. This is a practical role that requires people to be able to manage situations calmly whilst encouraging service users to develop their own skills and confidence. You need to engage with people quickly and be flexible and responsive. You will need IT skills as service user notes are all held on computer.
This is a fixed term post until 31st January 2011.
This post requires you to be a driver with access to a car for work purposes.
For an application form for the post, please click here.
If you are interested in either post, please complete an application form with the correct reference. We will review and shortlist application forms as they are received.
Through our specialist Supported Employment Services we provide support to people with mental health needs to access paid work, voluntary work or education. Southdown's services have been acknowledged as an 'emerging centre of excellence' by the Sainsbury Centre for Mental health. We operate services across Sussex and are looking to recruit to the following post:
Working within on of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust's Community Mental Teams or Early Intervention Teams, you will directly support people with mental health needs to achieve their employment goals, in line with the Individual Placement of Support Model. You will also liaise directly with employers to provide ongoing support to enable people to retain jobs. With experience of providing employment advice you will also demonstrate a strong commitment and empathy to maximise work opportunities for people with mental health needs.
This post requires you to be a driver with access to a car for work purposes.
Reference: ESWS
Location: Horsham, Bognor or Worthing
Closing date for applications: Noon, Friday 30th July 2010
Interviews will be held: To be confirmed.
For an application pack for this post, please click here. For an application form - see top of page.
Southdown's Community Support Service works across Lewes, Wealden and Eastbourne areas with a wide range of vulnerable adults providing them with support in their own homes to help promote independence and reduce social isolation. The work involves supporting service users with:
We do not carry put tasks for people but actively support them to live an independently as possible.
We are looking for enthusiastic and imaginative people who respect service user choice and can flexibly deputise in staff absence.
This post requires you to be a driver with access to a car for work purposes.
For an application pack, please click here. For an application form - see top of page.
Reference: RCSWi
Location: Lewes, Wealden and Eastbourne
Closing date for applications: Noon, Friday 30th July 2010
Interviews will be held: Wednesday 18th August 2010
This role provides cover in services when permanent Support Workers are on leave, off sick or on training courses. You will assist with the provision of support and care services to a group of people who have learning difficulties, and sometimes physical disabilities, within their own home, to enable these people to live as fully independently as possible and to enjoy lifestyles as close as possible to those enjoyed by other members of the community.
Hours: Negotiable]
Locations: East and West Sussex and Brighton & Brighton and Hove
Closing date: Ongoing
For an application pack, please click here. For an application form - see top of page.
To request an application pack for any of our vacancies, please call our recruitment line (24 hours) 01273 405838 stating your name and address and the job reference number. Alternatively you can request an application pack by sending an email to recruitment@southdownhousing.org stating the above information.