Senior Outreach Worker
Location: Exeter
Hours: Mon-Fri 37.5
Salary:
£27,000
Contract type: Perm
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals in need? A leading charity is seeking a dedicated Senior Outreach Worker to join their team on a permanent basis. As a Senior Outreach Worker, you will be at the forefront of efforts to empower and support vulnerable individuals within the community.
- Lead and coordinate outreach activities to engage with and support individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Develop and implement innovative strategies to connect with marginalized communities and provide vital assistance.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to create impactful outreach programs, building strong community relationships.
Preferred Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience in outreach work or similar roles within the social services sector.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- An empathetic and compassionate approach, with a deep understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable populations.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.
- A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of outreach work.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A relevant qualification in social work, human services, or a related field.
- Training or certification in trauma-informed care, mental health first aid, or crisis intervention.
- First Aid and CPR certification, with a strong understanding of health and safety protocols.
There are many great reasons to join this organisation!
- Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
- Sliding salary scale with salary increases every year for the first 3 years
- Wellbeing related support and advice and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme
- 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment. Plus bank holidays
- 30% staff discount at this organisations charity shops
- 20% staff discount at this organisation's charity bike workshops
- A generous and competitive pension scheme
- Instant access to healthcare professionals and discounts on a variety of health treatments through our Simply Health Scheme
- A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted
- 6 weekly Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators
To apply for this role, please apply through the website or call Phoebe or Olly on .