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Supported Housing Support Worker

4Recruitment Services
Posted a month ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Kendal, Cumbria LA9 6DQ, England

Salary

£26,000 - £31,200 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • 4Recruitment Services is hiring a Supported Housing Support Worker to assist young single homeless individuals aged 16-24 in living independently.
  • Candidates should have experience working with vulnerable client groups, particularly in the homeless sector, and delivering structured support.
  • The role involves providing support with living skills, benefits claims, employment/training, and financial management.
  • The position operates on a rolling 3-week rota with shifts between 9:00 am and 8:00 pm, including some weekend work.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, but specific figures were not mentioned, and relevant experience is required.
4Recruitment Services are seeking  a Supported Housing Support Worker to provide services to our client who has  14 self-contained flats for young people, to help them live independently.The  supported accommodation is for young single homeless people aged from 16-24  years old  who require support in housing and training needs. The service assesses those thought to be vulnerable and who may be finding it difficult to sustain a tenancy. Support levels are negotiated and planned according to the identified needs.The role of the Supported Housing Support Worker is to provide accommodation based support, support with living skills, claiming  benefits, employment/training and managing finances and budgeting. The foyer works in partnership with local training providers, employment agencies, schools and colleges.The service   is to enable the service users to successfully move on to more permanent accommodations and  maintain and improve their health and wellbeing and to participate in meaningful activities.The site operates its services from 9:00am – 8:00pm Monday to Sunday, shifts will be offered between these hours. There is a 3 week rolling rota and  will require some weekend cover.The client requires candidates who have:
  • Experience of working with vulnerable client groups or those with complex needs
  • Experience in rehousing vulnerable clients/work experience in the homeless sector
  • Experience of delivering structured support in either housing or social care.
  • Experience of completing comprehensive support plans and risk & needs assessments
  • Knowledge of homeless sector, training & employment and benefits  is desirable
  • Knowledge of rehousing customers within the Cumbria area is desirable
  • Have an understanding of working in a psychological informed environment
  • A good understanding of social landlords and the private rented Housing sector
  • Good communication skills & IT skills
  • An enhanced DBS check
What we offer:
  • 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
  • 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
  • Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on or email .  

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