As part of its outreach programme Lochee Parish
Church is looking for an experienced person to provide a high level of support
and care, appropriate to the needs of clients recovering from addiction issues,
in the context of the community.
You will be responsible for developing this work,
building a client list from referrals through our church community cafe and
from other agencies working locally. You will also contribute to the
development and setting up of care plans for clients, in partnership with other
agencies.
Your work will be part of the overall youth and
family strategy of our church working in the community. Ideal candidates will
be confident, assertive, with excellent communication skills and will have
experience working in a similar role. A down to earth nature and a good sense
of humour is essential.
You will be required to work flexibly to suit the
needs of the project. You will be able to work well both individually and
within a team and will also be competent in liaising with outside agencies and
family members where appropriate.
It is preferred, but not essential, that the
applicant for the post will have a Christian commitment. It is essential that he/she will uphold our
Christian ethos. This requirement is a Genuine Occupational requirement in
terms of the Employment Equality (Religion and Belief) Regulations 2003.
Please
note that this post is considered regulated work with children and vulnerable
adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scot) Act 2007 and successful
applicants will be required to join the PVG scheme or undergo a PVG scheme
update check prior to taking up this role.
Please email dave-lpc@hotmail.com quoting Ref
No CSW001 or call 01382 612549 to request an application pack or
seek further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications: 12
noon on Friday 13th March 2015.
Scottish Charity Number SC033313.