We're looking to recruit a Scheme Manager in Chester to support our Social Housing client on an ongoing, temporary basis, working 35 hours per week based at one of their Independent Living Schemes (55+) with hourly rates up to £16.50ph.
Your new role
- Supporting residents to remain living independently as possible, encouraging involvement in scheme and community activities
- Morning calls to vulnerable residents on scheme
- Assist with lettings, viewings and inductions - ensuring residents know how to operate communal facilities
- Reviewing and updating risk assessments/support plan
- Completing referrals for aids and adaptation
- Offer low level advice and guidance in relation to arrears, housing benefit and mental health - signposting to external agencies where appropriate
- Complete routine health & safety checks and scheme inspections, including fire alarm/door testing and legionella
- Assisting with reporting repairs and liaising with maintenance/contractor teams to follow up on completed work
- Responding to enquiries from customers, family members or stakeholders
What you'll need to succeed
- Minimum 12 months experience of working in housing with older or vulnerable people
- Experience of completing assessments, developing support plans and managing a caseload
- Knowledge and understanding of the welfare/housing benefit system
- Knowledge and experience of safeguarding practices & procedure
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident lone worker and the ability to work on your own initiative
What you'll get in return
- Weekly pay
- Hourly rates up to £16.50ph
- Option to be paid via PAYE or Umbrella
What you need to do now
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