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About the roles
We are looking for Support Workers (Internally known as Project Worker) to join the growing teams across The Hammersmith and Fulham Housing Pathway, a Supported Accommodation Pathway which includes vital services such as semi-independent, gender specific safe spaces and services for people with complex support needs. Our aim is to support people who have recently been sleeping rough, or who may be experiencing long term homelessness and work with them to develop the skills, networks and confidence to live independently in the community.
Working in these roles, your key responsibilities will be to:
- Work with clients to identify their personal aims and ambitions and work towards achieving them.
- Provide practical and personal support to clients in an approachable, caring and person centred way.
- Work as part of a dedicated team to provide safe, high quality, positive and inclusive service to clients.
- Complete administrative records relating to client work, housing management and health and safety.
- Work on a weekly shift rota including early and late shifts, weekends and bank holidays.
About you
Above all we are looking for inspirational individuals who have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives and will be committed to our Recovery Ethos, additionally these roles will suit people with:
- An understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people – you may have had personal experience of homelessness yourself.
- Experience of helping vulnerable people to identify personal goals and supporting them through a process of change.
- Good interpersonal and listening skills, in order to be able to establish an effective working relationship with clients and an enthusiasm to learn and work with clients with a holistic and person-centred approach.
To view the Job Description, full Person Specification and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document available’ tab on the advert page on our website.
How to apply
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website and start your online application form by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ Button on the advert page.
Closing date for applications: 10am on 30 May 2022
Interview and assessments on: 7 – 9 June 2022
What we offer
Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- We hold Investors in People Gold accreditation – one of just 3% of Housing Associations to achieve this. 82% of staff who took part in the survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work. We are committed to developing all of our staff via routes such as secondments, transfers and promotion. In 2019 35% of our vacancies were filled by internal promotions.
A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place
- Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 8 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves.
Pay and Other Benefits
- For this role staff can claim an additional 20% pay premium for hours worked between 8pm and 8am Monday to Friday, and all hours worked on Saturday and Sunday.
- St Mungo’s is proud to pay client facing staff above average for the sector. We run a cycle to work scheme and also offer season tickets loans to all staff. St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.
What we do
At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 – 2020 we supported 32,800 people across all of our services. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.
Additional info
It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.
Our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions.
As a homelessness ch... Read more
HARP is Southend-on-Sea’s leading homelessness charity. On average, we help around 1,000 local people every year to overcome or avoid homelessness. In addition to providing essential short-term emergency shelter, food, clothing and washing facilities, we work to identify the root causes of homelessness, creating tailored support for each person’s circumstances. We achieve success by providing structure, purpose and training opportunities, and by providing longer-term supported housing, empowering people to take steps to leave homelessness behind and ultimately to live independently in the community.
As a charitable registered provider of short-term social housing operating in Southend-on-Sea, we believe everyone should have a home of their own. At times individuals may require support from HARP and other agencies to maintain a tenancy and avoid a return to homelessness.
We currently manage 226-bed spaces in our emergency and short-term accommodation, employ over 90 full and part-time staff, and are supported by a number of volunteers.
Are you a motivated and passionate individual looking to make a real difference in your local community? Are you also available at the weekends on a rota basis to put your skills to good use helping others less fortunate? If so, we would love you to join our housing management team as a Housing Support Worker.
To be considered for this role you will need to:
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Demonstrate patience, politeness and self-control
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Organised, adaptable, and a good communicator
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To be enthusiastic and motivated by, a constantly changing and busy environment
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Flexible to work where you are most needed in our supported housing services
We are happy to consider applicants without experience in this field that can demonstrate empathy and enthusiasm for the role.
Closing date: Tuesday 7th June 2022 (Midday)
Shortlisting: Wednesday 8th June 2022
Interview date: Monday 13th June 2022
HARP will provide you with excellent support and training to carry out your role effectively, to develop your career and contribution to our clients and of course, the opportunity to work with dedicated colleagues that strive to transform lives. Our starting benefits package includes 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, a contributory pension scheme through The People’s Pension. HARP will make a contribution to the pension and you will also be required to make a contribution.
If you are interested, in this position the job description and person specification detailing the Technical and Professional ‘Know How’ required and an application form can be found on our website via the button below.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity, the shift patterns or any other aspect of the role please contact Adele Morton, Team Manager.. To apply for this position, please apply via our website, clicking on the “Get Involved” tab and the “Careers” and completing the google form.
HARP is an active member of the “Homes for Cathy” group of housing associations, which is committed to providing services to tackle homelessness.
Charity No: 1098126
HARP is a local homelessness charity; our purpose is to help local people overcome and escape homelessness for good. We believe there is no pla... Read more
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Women’s Support Worker - Digital and Financial Inclusion (Female)
3 Year Fixed Term Contract
37 hours per week
£22,571 - £25,927 per annum (negotiable depending on qualifications/experience)
Staffordshire Women's Aid is an award winning, charitable organisation that has been providing specialist services to those living with, fleeing or recovering from the impact of domestic and sexual violence since 1976. We are looking to recruit a Women’s Support Worker to improve women’s financial resilience and digital resources.
As more services transition online, many vulnerable women are at risk of becoming excluded from vital services. This role will support women to overcome barriers preventing them from accessing and utilising technology and digital tools to become digitally and financially empowered. You will provide a range of support, responding to women’s individual circumstances, to build financial resilience and independence.
This post is based in Stafford and will include hybrid working. Job share will be considered.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential requirements of the post.
Further details including application form, job description and person specification can be downloaded from our website.
Closing Date for applications is 9am on Monday 13th June 2022
Interviews will be held on Monday 20th June 2022
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9(part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Support Worker, Look Ahead Care Support and Housing, Tunbridge Wells-12 months fixed term contract.
all backgrounds.
Look Ahead supports around 8,000 people across London and the South East each year. People who for a variety of reasons may need some extra suppor... Read more
Recruiting for a Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities Service in Hertfordshire!
le of all backgrounds.
Look Ahead supports around 8,000 people across London and the South East each year. People who for a variety of reasons may need some extra suppor... Read more
Support Worker, Look Ahead Care Support and Housing, Gravesend
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Look Ahead supports around 8,000 people across London and the South East each year. People who for a variety of reasons may need some extra suppor... Read more
Look Ahead supports around 8,000 people across London and the South East each year. People who for a variety of reasons may need some extra suppor... Read more
Are you looking for a career supporting vulnerable adults and the flexibility of working nights?
About the roles
We are looking for Night Workers to join the growing teams across The Hammersmith and Fulham Housing Pathway, a Supported Accommodation Pathway which includes vital services such as semi-independent, gender specific safe spaces and services for people with complex support needs. Our aim is to support people who have recently been sleeping rough, or who may be experiencing long term homelessness and work with them to develop the skills, networks and confidence to live independently in the community.
In the role of Night Worker you will be responsible for appropriately dealing with any emergency situations that arise during your shift and writing handover notes for the daytime workers. You will also carry out administrative tasks, hourly building checks and monitor issues like noise in the locality and within the building. Other responsibilities include actively engaging with residents, listening and working with an empathetic approach to provide them with support and assistance during the night. You will develop a good knowledge of relevant protocols and safety precautions. As a Night Worker you may be required to work alone and so will be comfortable as a lone worker.
About you
Above all we are looking for inspirational, dedicated individuals; committed to our Recovery Ethos and genuine desire to support people to transform their lives. These crucial roles would be ideal for people who are looking to develop their career in the sector; you may have experience of working within a similar role or may have worked in other night accommodation / security type positions. To succeed in these rewarding roles you will have:
- Good communication and listening skills with the ability to respond and interact effectively with residents and colleagues.
- The ability to be awake and alert at all times during your night shift and using your initiative and staying calm in the event of an emergency.
- Some experience in following administrative procedures and maintaining clear and accurate records.
Flexibility is required, as you’ll be working a Night shift rota that includes weekends and public holidays. On occasions you will also be expected to come in during the day to attend mandatory trainings, participate in supervision, team meetings and other activities as required. Further details about shift rotas can be provided further on in the recruitment process.
What we offer
Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- We hold Investors in People Gold accreditation – one of just 3% of Housing Associations to achieve this. 82% of staff who took part in the survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.
- We are committed to developing all of our staff via routes such as secondments, transfers and promotion. In 2019 35% of our vacancies were filled by internal promotions.
A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place
- Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work.
- We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 8 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves.
Pay and Other Benefits
- St Mungo’s is proud to pay client facing staff above average for the sector. We run a cycle to work scheme and also offer season tickets loans to all staff.
- St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.
What we do
At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 – 2020 we supported 32,800 people across all of our services. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.
How to apply
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website and click the ‘Apply Now’ Button at the top of the page to start your online application form.
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document available’ tab at the top of the advert page on our website.
Closing date: 10am on 30 May 2022
Interview and assessments on: 8-10 June 2022
It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.
Our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions.
As a homelessness ch... Read more
Are you looking for an opportunity to start your career supporting vulnerable adults?
About the roles
We have some exciting Assistant Support Worker opportunities (known internally as Duty Worker) where you can develop valuable skills and experience while playing a key role in providing support to St Mungo’s clients.
You will be joining the growing teams across The Hammersmith and Fulham Housing Pathway, a Supported Accommodation Pathway which includes vital services such as semi-independent, gender specific safe spaces and services for people with complex support needs. Our aim is to support people who have recently been sleeping rough, or who may be experiencing long term homelessness and work with them to develop the skills, networks and confidence to live independently in the community.
In these roles you will jointly manage the safe day to day running of the project with other members of the team and provide basic support and advice to clients. You will be the first point of contact at Reception for clients and visitors and have the opportunity to maintain a welcoming and supportive environment within the project. You will coordinate Health and Safety checks and administrative duties while working alongside the team to provide a person centred support to residents and clients.
About you
These are fantastic roles for people looking to develop a career in the sector; a number of current Managers started their career as Duty Workers. In addition you will have:
- Some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or clients or customers in a busy service environment and good communication skills.
- Personal experience of homelessness and/or an understanding of; and empathy with the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people.
- A genuine interest in helping vulnerable people to make positive changes in their life, and the willingness to develop these valuable skills.
What we offer
Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- We hold Investors in People Gold accreditation – one of just 3% of Housing Associations to achieve this. 82% of staff who took part in the survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.
- We are committed to developing all of our staff via routes such as secondments, transfers and promotion. In 2019 35% of our vacancies were filled by internal promotions.
A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place
- Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work.
- We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 8 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves.
Pay and Other Benefits
- For this role staff may be able to claim an additional 20% pay premium for hours worked between 8pm and 8am Monday to Friday, and all hours worked on Saturday and Sunday.
- St Mungo’s is proud to pay client facing staff above average for the sector. We run a cycle to work scheme and also offer season tickets loans to all staff.
- St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.
What we do
At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 – 2020 we supported 32,800 people across all of our services. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.
How to apply
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website and click the ‘Apply Now’ Button at the top of the page to start your online application form.
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document available’ tab at the top of the advert page on our website.
Closing date: 10am on 30 May 2022
Interview and assessments on: 7-9 June 2022
It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.
Our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions.
As a homelessness ch... Read more
Look Ahead supports around 8,000 people across London and the South East each year. People who for a variety of reasons may need some extra suppor... Read more
We have an exciting opportunity for an Estate Officer to join our busy Supported Housing Service, based in Bristol.
Bristol Foyer offers short term accommodation for young people aged 16-25 who are homeless or threatened with homelessness in Central Bristol.
On a day to day basis, you will be responsible for void turnaround in the resident accommodation in line with our contract timescales. You will maintain the upkeep of the building, including minor repairs, replacing and assembling furniture and general maintenance tasks. You will also liaise with external contractors and other LiveWest colleagues among other duties where required.
You will be required to build a good working relationship with Housing Management and Support teams to meet customer and service needs. This is a customer facing role, so delivering excellent customer service is essential and will be at the heart of everything you do.
You will need to have an understanding of basic IT applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and reporting of on-site Health and Safety issues and responsive repairs.
This role is field based and is being offered on a part time basis, working 30 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 9am to 3pm).
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups, and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. Appointment to the post will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
About The Candidate
To be considered for the role of Estate Officer, you will:
- Be customer focused, approachable and always available to assist our customers
- Be a team player who uses their own initiative
- Be willing to step in and help fellow colleagues as and when needed
- Have a pro-active approach to work, with a can do attitude
- Have experience in day to day repairs and general DIY skills
- Be able to work with minimal supervision
- Be self motivated
- Be able to organise and prioritise tasks
What we offer:
- Defined Contribution pension scheme – employer contribution of 6% - 9%
- Discretionary Bonus scheme
- Death in Service benefit (3 x salary)
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays with service related increase to your entitlement up to 30 days plus an option to purchase extra annual leave
- Family Friendly policies
- Health Cash Plan including dental and optical cover (worth up to £1,100 per annum)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health and Wellbeing programme which includes enhanced sick pay, monthly campaigns, training and yearly flu jabs
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Car Benefit scheme
- Learning and Development including coaching and professional qualification support
- Volunteering days
About The Company
LiveWest provides over 38,000 homes to over 80,000 people throughout the South West from Gloucestershire to the Isles of Scilly. We have plans to build over 6,000 homes in the area over the next five years, developing new homes of all tenures including low-cost rent and sale, market rent and sale, and a range of supported housing and intermediate housing products, creating choice and flexibility.
As well as developing new homes, we continue to invest in existing properties and communities. Through the stability of good housing, we place better living for better lives at the centre of our mission both today and for generations to come. At LiveWest we believe in a home for everyone.
As an Inclusive Employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. For further information about our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, please visit our website.
At LiveWest, we believe in a home for everyone.
We own and manage over 37,000 homes across the South West, from Cornwall to Glo... Read more
We are looking to recruit a Housing Officer to take responsibility for the landlord functions of a number of properties within our Housing Management Service. For this role, the successful candidate must hold a full driving licence, have use of a car and be prepared to cover a geographical area within the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire area.
The post holder will provide an effective, customer focused service to tenants, particularly focusing on dealing with: Anti-social behaviour and tenancy management, improving income, ensuring properties are maintained to a good standard, dealing with housing related court action, working closely with support providers to prevent eviction, and engaging with local communities including the Police, ASB teams and neighbours.
The successful candidate needs experience of working in a housing management role and should ideally be able to demonstrate the following:
• A proven track record of dealing with allocations, sign ups and ending of tenancies
• Experience of carrying out property inspections
• Experience of managing tenancies, in relation to when they are breached and enforcing their terms
• An understanding of housing law and the landlord/tenant relationship
• An understanding of some of the issues faced by vulnerable people and knowledge
of agencies who can help address those issues
• Experience of working with support providers in an accommodation setting
• A qualification in Housing Management or similar level 4 (or a willingness to obtain one with Framework support)
What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.
Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.
98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.
Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.
As a Disability Confident employer, we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments, please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you self-motivated and adaptable? Are you looking for a new challenge within a growing organisation that makes a real difference to people's lives? If so, we want to hear from you.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Support team as a Estate Officer, in Mid/ East Cornwall, providing high class estate management across 7 schemes.
You will be based in East Cornwall and will work in Truro, Newquay, St Austell, Bodmin and Liskeard, with the occasional requirement to support in other areas of Cornwall, working alongside other housing management and support colleagues.
You will undertake minor maintenance work and repairs, cleaning and decorating, focussing on a speedy void turnaround, liaising with internal and external teams and contractors to ensure that properties are maintained to a high standard. You will work collaboratively with other colleagues and external bodies to ensure an appropriate, timely and comprehensive service is delivered. You will also be expected to work alongside residents showing and helping them with basic DIY skills. You will maintain the upkeep of the building, replacing and assembling furniture and general maintenance tasks.
It is important that you are able to work flexibly, reactively and responsively as you will be working with customers that do not fit into a 9 to 5 framework.
This role is field based and is being offered on a full time, permanent basis.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups, and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. Appointment to the post will be subject to a satisfactory basic check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
About The Candidate
To be considered for the role of Estate Officer, you will:
- Have experience in property maintenance, minor repairs, cleaning and decorating
- Be adaptable and responsive
- Be able to communicate well with people, be patient and able to teach basic DIY and maintenance tasks
- Desire to help vulnerable people whenever appropriate
- Have a good understanding of fire, health and safety issues including COSHH
- Have some understanding of risk assessment and management, safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries (additional training will be provided)
- Be a team player
- Be resilient, be able to work under pressure and prioritise workloads
- Hold a full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle
What we offer:
- Defined Contribution pension scheme – employer contribution of 6% - 9%
- Discretionary Bonus scheme
- Death in Service benefit (3 x salary)
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays with service related increase to your entitlement up to 30 days plus an option to purchase extra annual leave
- Family Friendly policies
- Health Cash Plan including dental and optical cover (worth up to £1,100 per annum)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health and Wellbeing programme which includes enhanced sick pay, monthly campaigns, training and yearly flu jabs
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Car Benefit scheme
- Learning and Development including coaching and professional qualification support
- Volunteering days
About The Company
LiveWest provides over 38,000 homes to over 80,000 people throughout the South West from Gloucestershire to the Isles of Scilly. We have plans to build over 6,000 homes in the area over the next five years, developing new homes of all tenures including low-cost rent and sale, market rent and sale, and a range of supported housing and intermediate housing products, creating choice and flexibility.
As well as developing new homes, we continue to invest in existing properties and communities. Through the stability of good housing, we place better living for better lives at the centre of our mission both today and for generations to come. At LiveWest we believe in a home for everyone.
As an Inclusive Employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. For further information about our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, please visit our website.
At LiveWest, we believe in a home for everyone.
We own and manage over 37,000 homes across the South West, from Cornwall to Glo... Read more
About The Role
Are you prepared to go the extra mile to ensure a positive outcome for your clients? Are you motivated to make a positive contribution to the lives of the people we support? If so, we really want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Male Pathway team. You will be field based within a team of 3 working with 52 single males across Bristol, with a Housing Officer and a Team Manager. We also work as part of a wider team supporting families and young people.
The team provides level 4 low-support accommodation as part of the Male Pathway in Bristol, working with males who have experienced homelessness in our temporary accommodation for up to 12 months. The support will be tenancy sustainment and supporting our clients to move into independent accommodation.
As a Support Worker, you will be providing housing related support, however you will be working closely with other agencies around specific needs including drug and alcohol services, mental health and DV, private letting agents and landlords and/or others. You will be managing tenancy, housing management, working with benefits (housing benefits, universal credits, PIP and other), bills, exploring options around education, training and employment, writing support plans and risk assessment, budgeting, engaging with other professionals, working towards move-on from temporary accommodation.
You will cover triaging applications from Bristol City Council, checking needs and risks are assessed appropriately ensuring the service is suitable for the prospective clients and any voids are filled in timely manner. The role will also include updating the Housing Support Register (HSR), helping to keep the system updated regularly and assisting in the preparation of quarterly reports for the commissioners.
This role will be challenging at times as you will be working with and supporting clients across a range of difficult and challenging issues/behaviours; an attention to detail, using your initiative and problem solving will be key.
This role is being offered on a full-time basis, working 37 hours per week. Bandwidth hours will be 8.00 am to 8.00 pm, Monday to Friday although evening working is on an adhoc basis.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. Appointment to the post will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
About The Candidate
To be considered for the role Support Worker, you will:
- Have empathy and understanding of the needs of clients who are experiencing homelessness and the barriers they face.
- Have an understanding or experience, of issues surrounding homelessness and good awareness of associated risks this may bring such as alcohol and substance misuse, mental health, self-harm, offending behaviour
- Have understanding or experience of debt management
- Network building to be able to source accommodation options and opportunities for clients.
- Be resilient with the ability to be open and responsive to the challenging needs of clients and commissioners of the service
- Have an understanding, or experience, of lone working
- Have a knowledge and understanding of welfare and housing benefits
- Have the ability to motivate and engage clients in the service and their pathway to independence.
- Be able to adapt your style and be able to ‘think on the spot’ when reacting to difficult situations.
- Understand the impact of trauma and can show us you have experience of or the ability to provide high-quality support whilst managing challenging situations.
- Committed to LiveWest values and bring enthusiasm and willingness within all aspects of the role and service.
- Have good IT skills, excellent interpersonal skills and understand the importance of working within equal opportunities, safeguarding and confidentiality guidelines.
- Be able to communicate on different levels both verbally and in writing.
- Take ownership and responsibility.
- Have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
The most important part of this role is to have pride in your work and have a positive attitude, a proactive approach and the confidence to support a diverse range of people. You will be able to balance your passion and commitment with good organisational skills, and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries.
What we offer:
- Defined Contribution pension scheme – employer contribution of 6% - 9%
- Discretionary Bonus scheme
- Death in Service benefit (3 x salary)
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays with service related increase to your entitlement up to 30 days plus an option to purchase extra annual leave
- Family Friendly policies
- Health Cash Plan including dental and optical cover (worth up to £1,100 per annum)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health and Wellbeing programme which includes enhanced sick pay, monthly campaigns, training and yearly flu jabs
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Car Benefit scheme
- Learning and Development including coaching and professional qualification support
- Volunteering days
You may have experience or an interest in the following: Recovery Worker, Navigator, Support Navigator, Care Navigator, Support Officer, Recovery Coach, Support Mentor, Peer Mentor, Advice Leader, Coach, Service Coordinator, Care Practitioner, Home Care Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Senior Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Relief Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP or Flexible Working.
About The Company
LiveWest provides over 38,000 homes to over 80,000 people throughout the South West from Gloucestershire to the Isles of Scilly. We have plans to build over 6,000 homes in the area over the next five years, developing new homes of all tenures including low-cost rent and sale, market rent and sale, and a range of supported housing and intermediate housing products, creating choice and flexibility.
As well as developing new homes, we continue to invest in existing properties and communities. Through the stability of good housing, we place better living for better lives at the centre of our mission both today and for generations to come. At LiveWest we believe in a home for everyone.
As an Inclusive Employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. For further information about our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, please visit our website.
At LiveWest, we believe in a home for everyone.
We own and manage over 37,000 homes across the South West, from Cornwall to Glo... Read more
Job Role; Hostel Support Worker (Part Time)
Salary; £3,520 - £3,735 (Full Time Equivalent £22,000 - £23,345)
Hours; Working 3 hours a day, 8am - 11am, working Saturday and/or Sunday
Contract type; Permanent
Location; Bath
Job Role
If you want a rewarding job in which no two days are the same, then come and join Julian House!
We are a fun dynamic team who strive to provide a quality person centred service to some of the most vulnerable people in society. Manvers Street Hostel Bath is a busy move on hostel for rough sleepers in Bath and North East Somerset.We deliver 24-hour support 365 days a year to help former rough sleepers out of homelessness.
We are recruiting for a Hostel Support worker to work x3 hours a day on Saturdays and/or Sundays. and become part of our fantastic team.
Key Accountabilities
- Give clients advice, information and provide an enabling service so that they can access appropriate services.
- Facilitate the delivery of meaningful occupation for clients.
- Responsible for ensuring that rent and service charge payments are made and recorded in respect of named clients.
- Responsible for day-to-day health and safety and the safe running of accommodation projects, including liaison with external contactors.
- Maintain client records that are accurate and fully updated using Julian House client record system.
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An Ideal candidate for this role
The role requires empathy and understanding as well as the ability to maintain clear boundaries and provide a safe environment. Some of our staff have lived experience, others have social care work experience, whilst some have just graduated from Uni and want to develop new skills. But what all the team members have in common is a strong value base and a natural affinity for people, who often have a range of complex needs.
What we are offering
- Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff Award Scheme
- Cash Health Care Plan
- Monthly training courses available to all staff from experienced facilitators
- 25 days annual leave
- 20% discount at Julian House shops
- Cycle-to-work scheme
Our Ethos
Julian House has a supportive culture, providing regular supervision and line management alongside externally facilitated reflective practice which enables staff to look after their own health and well-being whilst giving their best in their roles.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of society. This includes applications from those with personal experience of homelessness or other forms of social exclusion. We also embraces flexibility and diversity in the workplace and are proud to be a Disability Confident as well as Mindful employer.
Contact
If you have any questions or would like more info regarding this role please contact us and we will be happy to assist.
Please note: We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies if we receive a suitable number of high-quality applications from which to make a shortlist, therefore we recommend that you apply for one of our roles as soon as possible.
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