Job summary
To ensure high-quality support is given to each individual with a wide range of needs. Offering support with daily living and promoting independence where it is needed. This requires you to work closely with external agencies and your colleagues.
Mission statement
To address the shortage of quality housing for those in need of additional support. Working alongside local authorities on a national basis, Cedar Care Group aims to provide access to affordable, quality housing for those in need.
Primary key responsibilities
1. Work closely with individuals to identify needs and support with managing these.
2. Work closely with individuals with current and past drug and alcohol dependency.
3. Support individuals with daily living such as budgeting plans, attending appointments, and engaging with external support services.
4. Monitor, identify, and promote practice that safeguards individuals and follow the whistle-blowing procedure to raise any concerns.
5. Listen and promptly deal with any issues and liaise with the Supported Housing Manager where needed to support with this.
6. Liaise with appropriate external professionals in respect of tenants' changing needs.
7. Inspect areas within the properties in order to arrange repairs and decorations and to ensure rooms are ready for new tenants to move into. This includes promoting safe and clean use of communal areas and private rooms within the property.
8. Ensure relevant health and safety checks are carried out in accordance with the policies and procedures and report any issues.
9. Participate in team meetings, new initiatives, and future changes to improve service delivery.
10. Work in a person-centred approach, with individuals at the forefront of what we do.
11. Ensure work practices meet Health & Safety requirements and adhere to the company's Equality and Diversity policy.
12. Respect confidentiality and data protection regulations (GDPR) at all times.
13. Work with the Supported Housing Manager to provide advice and support to tenants with regard to neighbour disputes, harassment, and any other housing-related occupancy issues e.g., security – to include liaison with third-party agencies where appropriate e.g., police, support staff, social services, etc.
14. Complete relevant paperwork which supports the tenants' needs, reporting on these daily to monitor individuals.
15. Participate in training which is relevant to your role to meet the needs of individuals and to progress your skills and knowledge.
16. Monitor the security within the property and report any concerns.
17. Work in a professional manner at all times.
18. Other tasks that may be requested from time to time by your manager.
If you possess any of the following attributes then this job is just for you.
1. Excellent written and verbal skills.
2. Be able to work well in a team as well as autonomously as necessary.
3. Awareness of equal opportunities.
4. Understanding confidentiality.
5. Computer literate.
6. Good numeracy skills.
7. Organised and able to prioritise.
8. Previous administrative experience.
9. Be enthusiastic and caring with a non-judgmental approach.
10. Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
11. Polite and confident.
12. Flexible and cooperative.
13. Motivated.
14. Forward thinker.
15. High levels of integrity and loyalty.
16. Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
17. Ability to work under pressure.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £24,880.00 per year
Shift:
1. Day shift
Work days:
1. Monday to Friday
Education:
1. GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
1. Support: 2 years (preferred)
2. Working with vulnerable people: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
1. English (required)
Licence/Certification:
1. Driving Licence (preferred)
2. DBS (preferred)
Work authorisation:
1. United Kingdom (required)
Location:
1. Leicester (Leicestershire) (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: LEICESTER HOUSING SUPPORT WORKER
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