Support Worker: Homelessness
LOCATION
: Bristol
HOURS
: 37 Hours per week
SALARY
: £14.46 PAYE
DURATION
: 3 months +
START DATE
: ASAP
Are you dedicated to making a real difference in our community. We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join a leading housing association on a temporary basis. As a Homelessness Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing direct support to individuals experiencing homelessness, empowering them to regain independence and rebuild their lives.
You will be field based within a team of 3, working with 52 single males across
Bristol
, alongside a Housing Officer and a Team Manager. The team provides level 4 low-support accommodation as part of the Male Pathway in Bristol, working with males who have experienced homelessness, in our temporary accommodation for up to 12 months.
- Provide essential support and guidance to individuals experiencing homelessness, helping them access vital services and resources.
- Create a safe and welcoming environment, offering tailored support to meet individual needs and aspirations.
- Collaborate with a passionate team to develop and implement innovative solutions to support our service users on their journey towards independence.
Preferred Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience in a similar support role, preferably within a homelessness or social care setting.
- Ability to effectively engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds, showing empathy and understanding at all times.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with service users.
- A proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving, coupled with resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Knowledge of local support services and agencies available to individuals experiencing homelessness.
Preferred Qualifications:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification.
- Certification in Mental Health First Aid or an equivalent mental health support qualification.
- Full driving license (desirable).
You will receive from BRC:
- Dedicated, experienced consultants that specialise in supported housing recruitment
- Temp to perm opportunities available.
- Competitive rates of pay (PAYE & Umbrella on offer)
- 24/7 support for relief workers – out of hours numbers
- FREE online training courses available
- Pension scheme contributions.
For more information about this position, please call Oliver Hodgkinson on or send an up to date cv to .