Interim Housing & Support Recruitment Solutions
Support Worker Required Via Venn Group:
A supported living organisation in Somerset is looking for a temporary support worker to help support vulnerable young clients at risk of becoming homeless. You have the opportunity to join their friendly team on a temporary basis
Locations: Somerset
Position: Support Worker
Duration: 2 months +(Could be extended)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week(Shift basis 8am-4pm, 10am – 6pm, 2pm – 10pm)
1 Weekend worked in every 3
Rate: £11.00 per hour PAYE Inclusive of holiday pay
Vacancy Ref: 7111990
Day to day responsibilities include:
- Support a caseload of young clients and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless to develop their independence, maintain their accommodation and live independently
- Carry out risk and needs assessments and develop support plans
- Work in partnership with support agencies to ensure they receive the correct support
- Signpost clients to external support agencies for those with mental health conditions or substance misuse issues
- Provide support and advice on how to access benefits and Universal Credit, support clients to maximise income and reduce rent arrears
- Work with clients to help them move on from the service and source suitable alternative accommodation
- Provide a floating support service to clients to help them with their daily lives
- Ensure vulnerable clients are safeguarded
- Maintain records and files and record accurate notes
- Encourage clients to live independently and support them with job applications, education or voluntary opportunities
Essential job requirements:
- A current enhanced DBS
- A driver with access to a car
- Knowledge and background of supporting vulnerable clients including young people/those at risk of homelessness
Desirable job requirements:
- Background in supporting complex needs clients
To apply for this role or to find out about other Housing jobs, please contact Branwen Johns or Ellen Mcgill from the Bristol Housing recruitment team on 01179 308760 or bjohns@venngroup.com
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.