The Opportunity
This role is based within Platfform's Supported Housing scheme within the Vale of Glamorgan. The scheme provides tenancy related support to people experiencing difficulties with their mental health. We have two supported housing projects across Barry and Penarth, both offer semi-independent living to a total of 11 residents. You will be part of a team working across both houses offering support between 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, with the addition of support on Saturdays 9am-3pm in the Barry project. The Saturday shifts are on a rota basis and the requirement to work a Saturday averages to 1 shift every 4-5 weeks - this is subsidised by a week day.
The successful candidate will provide a range of social, emotional and practical support to people with mental health and associated problems impacting their ability to maintain a stable tenancy, through a Trauma-Informed approach. The support will be expected to be within commissioner's guidelines i.e. the Supporting People Framework, and in line with Platfform's value base.
The role holder will be expected to provide support development of individual support plans (ISPs) and risk assessments (RAs), as well as take lead during crisis support.
Compliance with and maintenance of all necessary administrative and reporting systems will be required.
Access to your own vehicle, and Class One Business insurance is a mandatory requirement for the role.
About Us
We work with people experiencing challenges with their mental health, and with communities who want to create a greater sense of wellbeing in the places that they live. Through our projects, we work with thousands of people each year.
We believe that long-lasting wellbeing comes about by understanding how lives can be shaped by traumatic experiences, identifying people's strengths and focussing on healing. We know we can't 'fix' people, but we can walk alongside people and help where we can on their journey.
We try hard to make Platfform a great place to work, we live our values and mission in everything that we do.
The people
Platfform is the charity for mental health and social change. We're a supportive team where you can be your whole selves, and know that you're playing a genuine part in building a happier future for people across the UK.
Read more about Platfform here.
The Story
Our Benefits
Generous annual leave starting at 26 days
Health and wellbeing support including EAP
Flexible / Agile working
Enhanced family leave - includes carers leave, maternity, paternity and adoption
Training and Development opportunities across Platfform
6.5 % employer contribution to the pension scheme with a minimum employee contribution
Testimonials
Chrissie
Business Development Coordinator
"My favourite thing about working at Platfform is the organisation culture and how staff are treated. I've worked with many organisations and it is the first time I work in an environment where everyone cares for each other and their own unique needs. I feel supported and I am allowed to be creative in my work."
Luke
Young People Service Manager
My favourite thing about working for Platfform is being part of a family who cares so passionately to change the world as I do. Everyone is so supportive and welcoming which makes me proud to bring my true authentic self to work every day. Life is too short to do a job in which you don't make a difference and at Platfform you make a difference every single day!"
Conor John
Case Worker
"I enjoy working for Platfform as it has provided me with lot of skills and helped me build a strong career path. With Platfform I am always learning and building my confidence to grow as a person. In my time at Platfform I have met great staff that have always provided great support and training, I also have great work opportunities and feel I can always build and grow."
This role is based within Platfform's Supported Housing scheme within the Vale of Glamorgan. The scheme provides tenancy related support to people experiencing difficulties with their mental health. We have two supported housing projects across Barry and Penarth, both offer semi-independent living to a total of 11 residents. You will be part of a team working across both houses offering support between 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, with the addition of support on Saturdays 9am-3pm in the Barry project. The Saturday shifts are on a rota basis and the requirement to work a Saturday averages to 1 shift every 4-5 weeks - this is subsidised by a week day.
The successful candidate will provide a range of social, emotional and practical support to people with mental health and associated problems impacting their ability to maintain a stable tenancy, through a Trauma-Informed approach. The support will be expected to be within commissioner's guidelines i.e. the Supporting People Framework, and in line with Platfform's value base.
The role holder will be expected to provide support development of individual support plans (ISPs) and risk assessments (RAs), as well as take lead during crisis support.
Compliance with and maintenance of all necessary administrative and reporting systems will be required.
Access to your own vehicle, and Class One Business insurance is a mandatory requirement for the role.
About Us
We work with people experiencing challenges with their mental health, and with communities who want to create a greater sense of wellbeing in the places that they live. Through our projects, we work with thousands of people each year.
We believe that long-lasting wellbeing comes about by understanding how lives can be shaped by traumatic experiences, identifying people's strengths and focussing on healing. We know we can't 'fix' people, but we can walk alongside people and help where we can on their journey.
We try hard to make Platfform a great place to work, we live our values and mission in everything that we do.
The people
Platfform is the charity for mental health and social change. We're a supportive team where you can be your whole selves, and know that you're playing a genuine part in building a happier future for people across the UK.
Read more about Platfform here.
The Story
Our Benefits
Generous annual leave starting at 26 days
Health and wellbeing support including EAP
Flexible / Agile working
Enhanced family leave - includes carers leave, maternity, paternity and adoption
Training and Development opportunities across Platfform
6.5 % employer contribution to the pension scheme with a minimum employee contribution
Testimonials
Chrissie
Business Development Coordinator
"My favourite thing about working at Platfform is the organisation culture and how staff are treated. I've worked with many organisations and it is the first time I work in an environment where everyone cares for each other and their own unique needs. I feel supported and I am allowed to be creative in my work."
Luke
Young People Service Manager
My favourite thing about working for Platfform is being part of a family who cares so passionately to change the world as I do. Everyone is so supportive and welcoming which makes me proud to bring my true authentic self to work every day. Life is too short to do a job in which you don't make a difference and at Platfform you make a difference every single day!"
Conor John
Case Worker
"I enjoy working for Platfform as it has provided me with lot of skills and helped me build a strong career path. With Platfform I am always learning and building my confidence to grow as a person. In my time at Platfform I have met great staff that have always provided great support and training, I also have great work opportunities and feel I can always build and grow."