Housing Support Worker
Essex
Homeless Service
12 Weeks, Temp to Perm
36 Hours per Week
£18.00 to £18.00 LTD / £15.35 to £15.35 PAYE (inc hol)
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Housing Support Worker in Essex to provide housing-related support to vulnerable individuals, promoting independence and achieving successful move-on outcomes. This temporary position offers the potential to transition into a permanent role.
THE ROLE:
As a Housing Support Worker, your primary responsibility will be to engage with service users, implement effective support plans, and maintain properties to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage with referral agencies to generate referrals for the service.
- Plan and deliver effective support and safety plans with service users.
- Ensure properties are adequately equipped, maintained, and furnished.
- Issue correct tenure and support agreements, ensuring compliance from service users.
- Empower and motivate service users to achieve desired outcomes.
- Maintain regular contact with service users according to service requirements.
- Maximize rent collection and minimize rent arrears in line with targets.
THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, along with a valid driver's license, their own vehicle, and enhanced DBS certification for working with adults.
Additional Requirements:
- Previous experience in housing support.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage lone working situations.
- Ability to assess service users' needs and risks.
- Knowledge of maintaining up-to-date records and producing reports.
THE CONTRACT:
- 40 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM / 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM (1 Saturday a month)
- 12 Weeks, Temp to Perm
- Pay rate: £18.00 LTD / £15.35 PAYE (inc. holiday)
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to or call to discuss the vacancy i
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to or call to discuss the vacancy in more detail. to discuss the vacancy i
If this role is not for you but you know someone who might be interested, please pass on their details. We offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!