Support & Wellbeing Advisor - 6 Month Initial Contract
Location: Glasgow
Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Agency Contract (initial 6 months)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Support & Wellbeing Advisor to join a well-established third sector organisation delivering specialist welfare and wellbeing support across the community.
This role will involve providing holistic, person-centred support to individuals facing a range of complex social, emotional and practical challenges. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, undertake assessments and triage referrals, develop tailored support plans, and work closely with external agencies and stakeholders to ensure individuals receive appropriate and timely interventions.
You will support service users experiencing issues such as mental health challenges, financial hardship, housing concerns, social isolation and wider wellbeing needs. The position requires a compassionate and proactive professional who is confident working in fast-paced environments and supporting vulnerable individuals, including those who may present in crisis situations.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing a diverse caseload and maintaining accurate case records
Conducting needs assessments and creating tailored support plans
Working collaboratively with statutory services, charities and community organisations
Applying trauma-informed and person-centred approaches in all areas of practice
Providing advocacy, signposting and practical support to service users
Supporting service development initiatives and wellbeing projects
Attending multi-agency meetings and representing the service professionally
To be considered, applicants should have previous experience within welfare, wellbeing, social care, housing support, mental health, community outreach or related support services. Experience managing complex caseloads and working with vulnerable adults is essential.
Candidates should also demonstrate:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Experience working in partnership with external agencies
Knowledge of safeguarding principles and professional boundaries
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office systems
Experience supporting members of the armed forces community, veterans or individuals connected to military services would be advantageous, although this is not essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled support professional seeking a rewarding contract role within a respected community-focused service. The position offers meaningful work, autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people facing complex life challenges.
Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be willing to undergo the appropriate background checks. A driving licence and flexibility to travel locally may be beneficial.
Please apply today for immediate consideration.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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