Housing Support Worker - Harlow
Job Advertisement: Housing Support Worker
Location: 104 A & B Ladyshot, Harlow, CM20 3EW
Nearest Train Station: Harlow
Nearest Office: CM20 3EW
DBS Level: Enhanced (Both adult and child)
Service Users: Young people aged 16 and 17 at risk of homelessness, care leavers aged 18-21
Working Hours: Shift patterns - 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (early), 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM (late)
Car Driver Needed: Desirable
Own Vehicle Needed: No
Valid Business Insurance: No
Main Duties:
As a Housing Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing support to young people at risk of homelessness and care leavers in transition.
Working closely with service users, your main responsibilities will include:
- Conducting initial assessments of potential and existing service users to determine their needs, risks, and requirements.
- Maintaining regular contact with service users, building professional relationships, and acting as a positive role model.
- Risk assessing activities with service users and taking necessary precautions to ensure personal safety.
- Developing relationships with external groups and agencies to support the needs of service users.
- Responding promptly to internal or external complaints, addressing any anti-social behavior, and reporting risks accordingly.
Reporting Line: Service Lead
Lone Working: Yes
Working from Home: No
Number of Properties: 2
Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS clearance covering both adult and child services.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with young people effectively.
- Strong assessment and risk management skills, with the ability to prioritize safety.
- Ability to work shifts, including early mornings and evenings.
- Desirable: Car driver's license, but not essential.
- Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
- Previous experience working with vulnerable young people or in a similar support role is advantageous.
- This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people in need of support and guidance during a crucial period of transition.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to connor.sarginson@servicecare.org.uk.
- Rate: Up to £17 per hour
- Location: Harlow, England
- Type: Contract
- Industry: Property
- Recruiter: Service Care Solutions Ltd
- Contact: Connor Sarginson
- Tel: 01772 208966
- Fax: 01772 471473
- Email: to view click here
- Posted: 2024-04-09 12:27:14 -
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