Mobile Warden

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The Mobile Emergency Care Service have a part time opportunity working as a Mobile Warden within the Mobile Emergency Care Service (MECS).  This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to support the work within the MECS Service to deliver a quality, efficient and effective MECS service across the Falkirk area. 

You will be involved in responding to emergency requests for assistance from service users within their own homes.  You must be an experienced social service worker with commitment, patience and an understanding of ageing and disability and their effect on people’s lives. You must be able to work under pressure and deal confidently, calmly and sensitively with difficult situations. You must have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both internal and external, and in addition, have excellent team working and written skills.

If you would like a job where no two days are the same then this may be for you.  The post will involve responding to emergency situations and will include falls, personal care etc. as well as routine installation and de-installation of equipment to service users throughout the Falkirk Council area. Training will be provided, both formal and informal, to facilitate the delivery of the MECS service

You will work 33 hours per week.  You are required to commit to a rostered shift working pattern, working early and back shifts.  This will be on a 4 on 4 off basis   

All MECS Wardens are paid for every minute of their shift including any meal breaks; this is necessary to allow all emergency situations to be handled at any time. 

You must have, or be willing to work towards, an appropriate qualification.  You will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months on employment

This post involves lone working.

This post is temporary until March 2025 due to service requirement.

Successful applicants for posts working with children or vulnerable adults will be subject to disclosure checks or the new PVG scheme.

For an informal discussion please contact Alison Stephen, Senior Mobile Operations Coordinator on (01324) 506520.