Job Advert: Rough Sleeper Prevention Worker
Location: Exeter
Pay: £12.56/hr
Contract: Short-term
About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Rough Sleeper Prevention Worker to join our Charity client in Exeter. This role involves delivering a high-quality, person-centred outreach service aimed at supporting rough sleepers across the Exeter Council area. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to help individuals transition off the streets and into stable accommodation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct assertive outreach, including during unsocial hours, to engage with rough sleepers and assess their needs.
- Develop and implement person-centred support plans that address health, social, and emotional needs.
- Facilitate access to short-term and long-term accommodation, providing ongoing support to prevent a return to the streets.
- Work closely with local authorities, healthcare professionals, and other agencies to deliver integrated support.
- Participate in the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) and provide immediate outreach support during adverse weather conditions.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to data collection and analysis to improve service delivery.
Requirements:
- Experience working with homeless individuals or other socially excluded groups (mental health, substance misuse etc.)
- Strong understanding of homelessness, social exclusion, and approaches to address these issues.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients and partner agencies.
- Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and early mornings.
- Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Join us in making a tangible difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness in Exeter. Apply today to be part of a committed team dedicated to ending rough sleeping.