JOB TITLE: Support Worker - Resettlement
LOCATION: Weston Super Mare
SALARY: £14.47/hr
The Employer:
We are looking to fill the role of Support Worker - Resettlement, within a housing environment, As well as meeting housing demand our client aims to enable local companies to recruit the workforce they need from their communities.
Their growth strategy will contribute to economic growth and sustain around 7,000 jobs in the building industry and its supply chain. With a plan to increase stock by 5,000 homes over the next 5 years, providing more affordable housing options on a low-cost rent and sale basis, this employer is a much sought after option, offering benefits and stability alike.
The Role:
* Field based role within a team of 3, and a Team Leader, working with a caseload of up to 20 customers
* Work closely with the accommodation services to prevent people from becoming homeless again
* Housing support around managing a tenancy, working with benefits, bills, exploring options around education, training and employment, budgeting, and engaging with other professionals
* Checking needs and risks are assessed appropriately to ensure the service is suitable for the prospective customers
* Helping to keep the system caseload management system updated regularly
* Completing Risk and Needs Assessments and Support Plans
* Preparation of quarterly reports for the commissioners
The Candidate will need:
* A drive to find solutions in supporting people with a range of backgrounds
* An understanding of people’s needs and interests, allowing appropriate actions plans to be made
* A passion for providing immediate care and support for people with safeguarding and emotional and mental health issues
* Having a resilient and flexible nature when dealing with others
* Being able to work under pressure while producing support plans and meeting deadlines
* Happy to work alone or in a team environment.
* A positive, creative approach, with a can-do attitude whilst maintaining professional boundaries
* To hold a valid driving licence
SUMMARY:
This role is being offered on a part time, temporary basis - 4-5 months
Working hours to 22.2 a week, hour patterns between 8am-6pm.
An enhanced DBS adult and child needs to be already held or applied for
INTERVIEW:
The client is keen to fill this role quickly so if it is of interest, don’t delay in sending your CV over to us so we can put your name forward for interview stage.