Job summary Second Step provides a variety of accommodation-based services as part of the Bristol City Council commissioned Pathways, as well as multiple other housing related services. Currently accommodation-based services are located in Bristol, however, Second Step has services throughout the South West. Main duties of the job As a Support Worker in our Supported Housing Service you will work in a psychologically and trauma informed way, be values led and looking to grow both personally and professionally. About us Second Step is a leading mental health charity in the South West offering housing, support and hope to thousands of people with mental health and other support needs. Our goal is to inspire hope and deliver change for everybody and every community we work with. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £25,359 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number SEC1072278 Job locations 162 Pennywell Road St Jude's Bristol BS5 0TX Job description Job responsibilities Holding a caseload of clients who you meet 1:1 at least weekly Developing and facilitating groups and activities for clients Developing support plans and working creatively with clients to support them to meet their goals Maintaining detailed case notes Helping clients to develop skills to move towards independent living Helping clients to maximise their income Championing hope and courage Responding to incidents and ensuring diligent reporting Promoting the safety and wellbeing of clients Job description Job responsibilities Holding a caseload of clients who you meet 1:1 at least weekly Developing and facilitating groups and activities for clients Developing support plans and working creatively with clients to support them to meet their goals Maintaining detailed case notes Helping clients to develop skills to move towards independent living Helping clients to maximise their income Championing hope and courage Responding to incidents and ensuring diligent reporting Promoting the safety and wellbeing of clients Person Specification Experience Essential A minimum of one years experience of working with people with mental health needs Experience of supporting people with multiple needs (e.g. mental health, homelessness, alcohol/drug dependency, rough sleeping) Experience of assessing/managing risk and/or support planning Desirable Experience of working within a housing and support agency Experience of mental health issues and/or services, either as a user, carer or supporter. Person Specification Experience Essential A minimum of one years experience of working with people with mental health needs Experience of supporting people with multiple needs (e.g. mental health, homelessness, alcohol/drug dependency, rough sleeping) Experience of assessing/managing risk and/or support planning Desirable Experience of working within a housing and support agency Experience of mental health issues and/or services, either as a user, carer or supporter. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Second Step Address 162 Pennywell Road St Jude's Bristol BS5 0TX Employer's website https://www.second-step.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)