Homeless Support Worker
Agency ref: 7076200
An exciting opportunity has arisen within a homeless charity based in Bedfordshire. This is a full time, fixed-term contract until 2022 and will be supporting the charity in a period of growth to manage their rough sleeping projects.
Location: Bedfordshire
Type: Fixed-term contract
Length: until March 2022
Salary: £20,000 approx. (pro rata)
Hours: 37 hours per week working shifts including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
Daily duties:
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Supporting vulnerable clients within temporary accommodation to move on into permanent housing
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Providing clients with advice and support with gaining benefits and managing their budgets and housing tenancy queries
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Assist clients to register with GP’s and other external services that provide relevant support
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Help clients to identify suitable accommodation to move on to and manage their housing benefits
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Support clients who suffer with mental health and drug and alcohol issues to develop daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning and managing finances
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Accompany an experienced team member to carry out Outreach work if interested
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Assist clients with finding work and helping them improve their employability skills, such as signing onto courses or educational services
Essential criteria:
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Experience supporting vulnerable people with mental health, drug and alcohol or complex needs
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Previous experience working with homeless clients or rough sleepers in temporary accommodation is preferred
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An Enhanced DBS check within 3 years or the willingness to obtain one
To be considered for this exciting opportunity send your updated CV to j.macmillan@venngroup.com or call on 01908 295000