Adecco are supporting a London Borough Council in a role as an On Street Support Officer
Job Title: Housing Solutions - On Street Support Officer
Location: East London Borough
Contract Details: Temporary, Full Time
Salary: £17.54 - £21 per hour
About Our Client:
Join our client, a London Borough Council, and play a vital role in supporting individuals with multiple and complex needs to prevent them from returning to rough sleeping after discharge from hospital. The team is passionate about providing high-quality support and helping clients with complex needs to sustain their quality of life.
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Temporary contract with full-time hours
- Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals in the community
- Access to training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
Responsibilities:
As a Housing Solutions - On Street Support Officer, you will:
- Provide early intervention and ongoing support to individuals with complex needs to prevent them from returning to rough sleeping after leaving the hospital.
- Offer high-quality services to clients housed in accommodation, focusing on their well-being and support needs.
- Develop support plans and collaborate with various support agencies to help clients sustain their quality of life.
- Provide advice and assistance on a wide range of issues including housing, welfare rights, personal finance, hoarding, tenancy management, mediation, life skills, and personal independence.
- Act as the main point of contact for casework within the accommodation and coordinate solutions for drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, and mental health issues.
Essential:
- Experience in providing support to vulnerable individuals with complex needs, preferably within a housing or homelessness setting.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of housing and welfare rights.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently.
- A compassionate and non-judgmental approach to working with individuals facing challenging circumstances.
Desirable:
- Experience dealing with safeguarding and health and well-being issues.
- Knowledge of local support services and agencies.
- Understanding of the causes and impacts of homelessness.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies related to housing and homelessness.
How to apply:
If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals facing homelessness and complex needs, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role
Note: Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
Join our client's dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals in the London Borough. Apply today!
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