Accommodation & Community Support Worker (Belfast)

Job Title: Accommodation & Community Support Worker
Salary: £23,355 – £24,832 per annum (£12.83 – £13.64 per hour)
Location: Falls Road, Belfast
Hours:Two full-time (35 hours/week) positions available:

• Fully Flexible: 3 shifts per week, a mix of days and nights
• Nights Only: 3 night shifts per week

About Us
At Simon Community, our values define who we are and how we support those in need. We are:

• Non-judgmental in every interaction
• Supportive, meeting people where they are
• Trustworthy, building relationships based on respect
• Dedicated to ending homelessness and improving lives

Role Overview
As a Support Worker, you’ll be part of a dedicated team providing 24-hour support to individuals accessing our services. This includes working within hostels, family units, and remote support settings to help people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

What You'll Need
Essential Criteria

• A clear commitment to our core values: Non-Judgmental, Supportive, Trustworthy, and Dedicated
• Basic IT skills (email, internet, data entry)
• Registered with NISCC (or willingness to register upon appointment)
• Willingness to undergo an Access NI check

Desirable Criteria

• Minimum of six months’ experience (paid or voluntary in the last 3 years) working with individuals facing multiple and complex needs, including:

1. Homelessness Prevention
2. Substance Misuse
3. Offending Behavior
4. Mental Health Challenges
5. Support for Young People

• Experience identifying support needs, assessing risks, and developing tailored support plans
• A degree in Social Work or current enrollment in a Social Work degree program

Why Join Simon Community?
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension Scheme
• Employer-Funded Healthcare (Benenden Health & Health Shield)
• Death in Service Benefit
• Generous Annual Leave
• Free Access NI Check
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Management Development Programmes
• Long Service Recognition
• Blue Light Card (exclusive discounts)
• Accredited as a Great Place to Work (2024)