Location: Skegness Hours: 10 per week (There will be opportunity to work additional hours) Contract: Fixed term up to 12 months to cover maternity leave Witham Lodge is a Salvation Army Lifehouse and has 30 rooms accommodating men and women over the age of 18 who are experiencing homelessness. The Support Worker role is to develop an appropriate support and housing pathway for all our clients. As a motivated and dynamic Support Worker you will be responsible for developing and delivering a high-quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. You will address client support needs including assisting with finding a suitable housing pathway, enabling positive life changes and ultimately empowering people to lead more sustainable lifestyles. Many of the people we work with have other needs including mental health related support, drug and alcohol dependency and debt. We are looking for an experienced Support Worker who will be able to take on a large case load of clients with varying needs and meet and greet our clients on reception. You will need to be passionate about supporting people to make positive change in their lives, be confident working on your own and as part of a team, working with a range of different agencies including landlords and understand the needs of people who are homeless. The role involves regular daytime, work on a rota basis. A driving licence is essential for this post. All applicants will need to be in sympathy with the mission statement of The Salvation Army. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: • A desire for continual professional development • The ability to successfully work independently and within a team environment • Good communication and IT skills • Experience of working within the homelessness sector • An understanding of the benefit system • An ability to meet our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Passion, Boldness and Compass In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile. (please note that once the job closes this will no longer be available to download) In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement. Appointment subject to Satisfactory References, Proof of right to work in the UK and Enhanced with Barred List DBS check for the adult workforce As a disability Confident Scheme employer we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy