Support Officer

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Job Title: Support OfficerContract Type: PermanentSalary: GBP28,505.08 per annum Working Hours: Full Time - 37.5 HoursWorking Pattern: Rolling rota working 5 out of 7 days including weekendsLocation: Bevatone House, BarnetIf you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.The difference you will make as a Support OfficerWe believe in providing care and support to our clients that will enable them to make informed decisions about their life that will increase their sense of wellbeing: this might be greater independence, better coping strategies or a richer network and sense of self achievement. You will be working from one of our supported services providing support to our customers in a variety of ways. Some of your responsibilities will include: Carry out assessment to identify and prioritize needsUse SMART goal planning to provide needs led holistic supportCreate an environment that promotes opportunities for customers to develop, learn and enable skills towards independenceProvide a comprehensive support planning service to customers in line with the department's policies, procedures, and approachEnsure customers are fully informed of their rights and responsibilities regarding the service and are enabled and empowered to get involved in the running of the service through consultation and participationSet up and maintain customer files and ensure that accurate and up to date records are kept of support provided to customers in accordance with HCS policies About youWe are looking for someone who believes in working together as part of a team, who shares our values and who is committed to achieving positive outcomes for all of our customers.We are looking for someone with:Experience of working with vulnerable people with a range of needs in a support capacityA genuine passion for working with peopleGood communication skills and the ability to engage wi

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