Residential Support Worker (Nights) – MCRH Dundee

About Aberlour’s Mother and Child Recovery House

Aberlour is working with the Scottish Government to operate a dedicated Mother and Child Residential Recovery House based in Dundee. The service enables children of women with problematic substance use to stay with their mothers during recovery.

Role: Residential Support Worker (Nights)

We are looking to recruit a Residential Support Worker (Nights) to join a trauma‑responsive team delivering and implementing residential recovery support for women and their children (0‑5 years) to help them reach their aspirations.

Responsibilities

• Provide residential recovery support to women and their children.
• Deliver the daily care and routines necessary for a safe, nurturing environment.
• Collaborate with other professional agencies and team members to support recovery and wellbeing.
• Contribute to shift reports and other administrative duties as required.

Working Hours and Shifts

• Average of 35 hours per week over a two‑week rota.
• Week 1: 3 × 10‑hour shifts (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday).
• Week 2: 4 × 10‑hour shifts (Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday).

Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualification at least SCQF level 7, or equivalent knowledge.
• Willingness to obtain required qualifications for SSSC Registration.
• Experience working directly with vulnerable families to support women and children.
• Experience collaborating with other professional agencies and knowledge of drug/alcohol use and its impacts.
• Lived experience of alcohol or drug use is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave.
• Excellent employer pension scheme.
• Discounts and deals across various retailers.
• Supportive team and excellent training opportunities.

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