- Advertised from 24th October 2024
- Salary depending on experience. 1-year fixed term
Role
Celtic FC Foundation in partnership with the Fuel Bank Foundation are seeking to recruit an Energy Advisor who will work directly with individuals and families experiencing fuel poverty, providing advice and support to help them manage energy consumption, reduce bills, and access financial assistance.
Working within Celtic FC Foundation, the Energy Advisor will play a crucial role in guiding vulnerable households toward energy efficiency solutions, improving their overall well-being, and helping them navigate challenges related to rising energy costs. The role provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those affected by fuel poverty, helping them stay warm, safe, and financially secure.
Key accountabilities:
Client Support & Advice
- Offer tailored energy advice to individuals and families on reducing energy consumption and improving household energy efficiency
- Assist clients in understanding their energy bills and suggest ways to switch to more affordable tariffs
- Provide practical tips on managing heating and electricity usage effectively, especially during colder months
Access to Assistance:
- Help clients access fuel bank support, including emergency energy vouchers or fuel top-ups, and advise on other financial aid
- Assist clients in applying for energy-related benefits or charitable funding for essential home repairs related to heating or insulation
Energy Efficiency & Sustainability:
- Offer advice on simple home improvements that can enhance energy efficiency, such as insulation, draught-proofing, and smart meter installation
- Educate clients on renewable energy sources and sustainable practices where appropriate
Collaboration & Outreach:
- Work closely with local authorities, utility companies, housing associations, and community groups to ensure clients receive holistic support
- Attend community events, workshops, and outreach programs to raise awareness of fuel poverty and energy-saving initiatives
- Refer clients to appropriate agencies or services when additional support is needed (e.g., debt advice, health services, housing support)
Data Collection & Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of all client interactions, support provided, and outcomes
- Produce regular reports on the impact of the fuel bank services, identifying trends and areas for improvement
Essential Skills and Experience:
Essential:
- Knowledge of energy tariffs, fuel poverty, and support schemes related to energy consumption
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to supporting vulnerable clients
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases and track progress
- Experience in advisory, advocacy, or community support roles, particularly within the energy or welfare sector
Desirable:
- Previous experience in working with a fuel bank or charitable organisation addressing fuel poverty.
- Understanding of home energy efficiency measures and renewable energy options
- Familiarity with utility company procedures and benefits systems related to energy assistance
- Knowledge of relevant software or tools for client management and reporting
- Reliable and adaptable, with the ability to respond and identify sound solutions to operational issues that arise
- A commitment to delivering the highest standards and a desire for continuous improvement
- A flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to travel and work outwith the normal working pattern
- Full UK driving license is required
*Please note, prior to confirming appointment we will require the successful candidate to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme
Application notes
Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications we receive, we are unable to feedback to applicants that have not been selected for interview stage.
Please apply by sending your CV to: jobs@celticfc.co.uk
Application deadline: Thursday, 31 October 2024
CELTIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Support Worker: MAP (Glasgow)
- Full time
- £23,400 – £25,094
- On site: Glasgow
- Closing 11th November 2024
About Simon Community Scotland
Simon Community Scotland is the largest provider of homelessness services in Scotland.
Our vision is for everyone to have a safe place to live with access to the support they need. Every day we help make positive things happen for people facing extremely difficult circumstances.
Everything we do is about and for people: the people we support, our staff, our partners and everyone affected by homelessness.
Our values are built into every area of activity and tell the story of how people remain at the heart of the Simon Community.
Job Summary
The Simon Community is Scotland's leading homeless charity. We are creative and innovative. We get things done with care and compassion that make a difference to our community, being true to our values. We are a community of staff, volunteers and the people that we support.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about changing expectations and experiences of people we support, many of whom have experienced significant trauma, exclusion and stigma. They often engage in risk taking behaviours that put their physical and mental health, and their lives at risk. Despite the challenges they face they have incredible resilience, survival skills and a wicked sense of humour. They know what a good, and not so good service looks like.
As part of Scotland's first Managed Alcohol Programme you will:
- support our community to manage and control their alcohol consumption;
- provide lifestyle advice;
- support access to our on-site and partner health support;
- provide emotional and socialisation support.
There is a rolling rota including night shifts.
Job Purpose
As a support worker it will be your job to work with a team to:
- Help people in our community to manage and recover their mental health
- Support people who use drugs and alcohol to do so as safely as possible
- Support people who choose to reduce or stop their drug and alcohol use to do so safely
- Help people in our community to build a positive network of connections that will help them to gain and sustain their own housing
- Provide emotional and practical support to our community
- Any other duties directed by your service lead
Street Outreach Team - Support Worker
- Full time
- £23,400 – £25,094
- On site: Glasgow
- Closing 25th October 2024
About Simon Community Scotland
People are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Day-by-day, person-to-person, we tailor what we offer to what people need. We’re here to provide consistent, friendly and informed support so that people can explore options and take ‘the next step’ towards a positive future. We welcome people with a wide range of skills and experiences to our team – including those who have lived through homelessness. To make a difference we need to work flexibly, with everyday-leadership, humour and a ‘can do’ spirit. We want to make it easy, make it right, and make it happen – not only for the people we support, but also for each other. Our #OneTeam ethos is core to who we are, and it means caring for and supporting each other regardless of our role, service or location. This is how we roll. We want people who share these values to join us and become a part of the Simon Community Scotland family.
Job Summary
The Simon Community is Scotland's leading homeless charity. We are creative and innovative. We get things done with care and compassion that make a difference to our community, being true to our values. We are a community of staff, volunteers and the people that we support.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about changing expectations and experiences of people we support, many of whom have experienced significant trauma, exclusion and stigma. They often engage in risk taking behaviours that put their physical and mental health, and their lives at risk. Despite the challenges they face they have incredible resilience, survival skills and a wicked sense of humour. They know what a good, and not so good service looks like.
Job Role
Working in pairs and supported by a team of volunteers, our RSVP Street Outreach Team has a 365 day presence across Glasgow City Centre. The team provides practical and emotional support to people who are currently or are at risk of sleeping rough in Glasgow including those who are/have been subject to immigration control. This includes refused asylum seekers, people awaiting settlement under the EUSS, and recently granted refugees.
We support people to access accommodation, engage with health and wellbeing services as well as a wide range of support services.
The team work to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with a range of external partners (local authorities, support providers, emergency services, the home office etc) to ensure the support we provide is co-ordinated and minimises the number of nights an individual sleeps rough.
We adopt a harm reduction approach in our practice and an element of this includes providing harm reduction equipment, advice and Naloxone. Full training is provided.
This service primarily engages with people in Glasgow City Centre, however, we also support people in the South and West of the City. We are supported by our volunteer led StreetCycles Service to engage with and support these individuals.
The 3 teams within RSVP (The Access HUB, Street Outreach Team & Intensive Outreach Support Service) work closely together to provide joined-up, cohesive support for the Individuals we support. These roles require the flexibility to work across all RSVP services if necessary and availability to work shifts 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
These roles also require a level of visibility, promotion of Simon Community Scotland, interaction with members of the public and the ability to walk a number of miles in all weather conditions.
Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.
We are looking for someone to work with individual congregations, to help them to negotiate transitions at key points in congregational life following long ministries, ministerial ill health, conflict, or other challenges. Working across the presbyteries of Clyde, Forth valley and Clydesdale, Glasgow and South West, you will address the issues identified by congregations, presbyteries and Faith Action using worship, pastoral care, workshops.
Support Worker: Residential Services (North Lanarkshire)
- Full time
- £23,400 – £25,094
- On site: North Lanarkshire
- Closing 11th November 2024
About Simon Community Scotland
Simon Community Scotland is the largest provider of homelessness services in Scotland.
Our vision is for everyone to have a safe place to live with access to the support they need. Every day we help make positive things happen for people facing extremely difficult circumstances.
Everything we do is about and for people: the people we support, our staff, our partners and everyone affected by homelessness.
Our values are built into every area of activity and tell the story of how people remain at the heart of the Simon Community.
Job Summary
The Simon Community is Scotland's leading homeless charity. We are creative and innovative. We get things done with care and compassion that make a difference to our community, being true to our values. We are a community of staff, volunteers and the people that we support.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about changing expectations and experiences of people we support, many of whom have experienced significant trauma, exclusion and stigma. They often engage in risk taking behaviours that put their physical and mental health, and their lives at risk. Despite the challenges they face they have incredible resilience, survival skills and a wicked sense of humour. They know what a good, and not so good service looks like.
As a residential support worker you will:
- support the development of life skills and homemaking in preparation for a tenancy,
- provide emotional support,
- help to reduce harm caused by homelessness and trauma.
There is a rolling rota including night shifts and / or sleepovers.
Job Purpose
As a support worker it will be your job to work with a team to:
- Help people in our community to manage and recover their mental health
- Support people who use drugs and alcohol to do so as safely as possible
- Support people who choose to reduce or stop their drug and alcohol use to do so safely
- Help people in our community to build a positive network of connections that will help them to gain and sustain their own housing
- Provide emotional and practical support to our community
- Any other duties directed by your service lead
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