Supporting All Involved in The
Provision of Sheltered and Supported Housing
WHAT ROLE THE WARDEN
General Information
This one-day course is designed to look
at the changing role of staff working in the sheltered housing sector. It
considers the many changes that 'Warden' staff have experienced in recent
years. Traditionally the warden was seen as a 'Good Neighbour'. This role
has changed considerably and sheltered housing staff increasingly find
themselves needing to adopt a more professional approach. The course
addresses this concept and looks at practical ways that staff can promote a
professional attitude. A range of
training methods will be used in delivering the course content. This will
assist in ensuring effective input of course material. Participants will be
encouraged to take an active part in each session.
Aims & Objectives Of The Course
The aim of the course is to encourage participants to consider effective
service delivery in light of the community care act and ways of promoting a
professional approach to their work. Participants will develop their
skills, attitudes and knowledge in the areas of:
The role of sheltered housing staff in the social care context
Utilising
other services to effect appropriate care packages for tenants
Requirements
to becoming a recognised professional
Promoting
a supportive attitude between colleagues and other agencies
Ensuring
a flexible approach to their work
Objectives
By the end of the course participants should be able to :
List services and resources in their local areas
Develop a plan to form links between local services and resources
Demonstrate practical methods to enable a flexible approach to their
work
Discuss ways of giving and obtaining support from other staff
Identify acceptable professional practice
Recognise the need to promote and develop professional attitudes
Summary
The course is designed to be flexible and the content and setting can be
varied to meet the particular requirements of individual groups.
Participants will be encouraged to adopt a supportive and positive approach
to the group as a whole. It is hoped that this will allow individuals to
achieve greater proficiency and confidence through taking part in a
stimulating and enjoyable learning programme.
