This is a varied and rewarding role in our community team. The role of support worker is a crucial position within our organisation. You will be supporting companions to live and work in the community and helping them develop personal & practical skills. You will work with companions on a one-to-one basis and in a group setting, always supported by the community team.
Emmaus supports people who have experienced homelessness by giving them a home, meaningful work in a social enterprise and an opportunity to get back on their feet again. We offer residents, known to us as companions, support in a community setting to help them rebuild their lives with the support of fellow companions, volunteers, trustees & staff.
For many people who experience homelessness, one of the biggest obstacles they must overcome is a loss of self-esteem. Emmaus provides an opportunity to regain this, with a chance to make a real contribution to their community.
Emmaus communities are not hostels for the homeless; they provide a home for as long as someone needs it. For many, this support and stability is like the family they don’t have, providing a safe environment in which to settle and rebuild their lives.
Overall Purpose of the Job
To be a success in this Community Support Worker role you will have the following:
How to Apply
Please download the Job Pack below for full job description & person specification.
If you are interested in applying for this role please provide a completed application form and covering statement of no more than two sides of A4 setting out your reasons for applying and how your skills, knowledge and experience meet those set out in the person specification. Please also provide evidence of achievements and past experience to support your responses.
Please note, the role will involve contact with vulnerable people and will therefore be subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service check. Also, please ensure you complete and return the declaration of
criminal records form and the equal opportunities form with your application.
Your completed application should be returned to Brian Cooke, Chief Operating Officer preferably by email to [email protected], or alternatively by post to 175 Magdalen Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2JX.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 12th November. Date for interviews is to be confirmed and will be at 175 Magdalen Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2JX.
For an informal and confidential conversation about the role please contact Brian Cooke, Chief Executive on 01206 541616.