VACANCY DETAILS
Job Title: Support Worker
Company Name: Open Door
Location: Livingston
Hours / Days Of Work: 37 hours per week
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £27,298
Job Description:
The post of Support Worker is based within the Outreach Team to provide visiting support to young vulnerable people in accommodation throughout West Lothian. The support worker is responsible for the management of the accommodation and working towards independent living.
It is a key responsibility to promote independent living within the community as well as promoting choice. A holistic approach to encouraging a stimulating, caring and culturally appropriate environment is essential. These must be continually assessed and reviewed. The support worker must establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with young people.
Experience and Qualifications:
ESSENTIAL:
· SVQ Level 3 in Social Care, or willingness to work towards it — or an equivalent qualification recognised by the SSSC.
· Experience working with vulnerable or socially excluded young people.
· Confident working alone with clients in community and home settings.
· Strong report writing, advocacy and agency liaison skills .
· Good time management and IT skills (email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data entry)
· Ability to challenge discriminatory behaviour and complete risk assessments.
· Comfortable working a rota that includes evenings and some weekends.
· Full driving licence with business insurance.
Application Process:
Apply via link
Closing Date: 13/11/2026
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