Outreach Worker, London Borough of Newham
Client:
Archer Resourcing
Location:
London Borough of Newham, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
2220c086933a
Job Views:
87
Posted:
22.01.2025
Expiry Date:
08.03.2025
Job Description:
Archer Resourcing are looking for an experienced Outreach Worker to join the dedicated team in Newham. The successful candidate will deliver and ensure that contact is made and sustained with rough sleepers in a specific area. Ensuring appropriate assessments and referrals are undertaken and that all clients are engaged with services in order to receive support towards ensuring they move from the streets and into accommodation or reconnection services.
Key Responsibilities:
* Undertake Outreach work on a rota basis including working early mornings, late nights and at weekends if required.
* Assess the needs of people rough sleeping and provide them with a variety of options for support services/accommodation in liaison with other agencies and specialist workers.
* Advocate, where appropriate, on behalf of people rough sleeping with external agencies regarding their welfare rights, Primary Health Care needs, and other issues affecting their health and well-being.
* Maintain a caseload of clients, offering assertive, consistent ongoing guidance & support until they are in a position to move from the street into accommodation or reconnection services and/or other appropriate support services.
* Source accommodation for clients within or connected to the area.
* Participate in the evaluation and development of services within the Outreach Team.
Requirements:
* Enhanced DBS dated within the last 12 months – on the update service? You could be fast-tracked through our recruitment process today.
* 1+ years’ experience working in a previous role within the substance misuse field.
* Full driving licence and access to own vehicle is advantageous.
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