Could you bring the problem solving skills and inspiring approach needed to a vital rapid response service for women experiencing homelessness in Bristol? We are looking for someone to join the Respite Rooms as a Project Worker. The service is part of the Bristol Women’s Pathway (women only). Managed in partnership by St Mungo’s and Next Link on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Respite Rooms is a 12 month pilot offering short stay temporary accommodation, providing a specialist gender and trauma informed service for women with complex needs fleeing or at risk of domestic and/or gender-based violence. In the role of Project Worker you will work as part of a dedicated team to provide a safe, high quality, positive and inclusive service to women with multiple support needs, who have also experienced domestic violence and VAWG (Violence Against Women and Girls). You will carry out comprehensive client assessments; providing clients with personalised case management support to help connect them into specialist external services, ensuring a housing pathway so the women can be rapidly and safely rehoused. You will work on the weekly shift rota that includes some evenings, weekends and sleep in shifts. In some of these role’s staff can claim an additional 20% pay premium for hours worked between 8pm and 8am Monday to Friday, and all hours worked on Saturday and Sunday. About you We are looking for enthusiastic people with experience of working with vulnerable people and an understanding of the needs of women experiencing homelessness. If you have good communication and listening skills, patience and resilience we will provide you with the knowledge and training you need to work with clients in a holistic and person-centred way. You should also demonstrate: An interest in developing own learning around current DV and VAWG related issues, housing legislation, welfare benefit, and other matters relevant supporting positive outcomes for our clients. Good networking skills, able to build effective working relationships and liaise with a number of internal and external partners agencies to achieve effective outcomes. For posts in our Women’s service for genuine occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only for these posts (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9). How to apply To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website. To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website. Closing date: 10 am on 16 April 2025 Interview and assessments on: 1-2 May 2025 We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups. What we offer Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Great Pay and Other Benefits