Our client is currently recruiting for a Supported Housing Officer to work at an all-male hostel in the Camden area. The service provides temporary accommodation and support for single homeless men with a broad range of support needs, including substance misuse, mental ill-health and those under MAPPA.
* 35 hours per week
* Monday - Sunday on a rota basis with the requirement to work 1 weekend a month
* 09:00 - 16:00 and 12:00 - 20:00
* Temporary: approx. 6 months with the possibility of transferring to permanent
* £19.29 per hour (£16.84 per hour, with £2.45 holiday pay)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage a caseload of 8-9 clients and deliver regular key work sessions
* Complete risk/needs assessments and support plans
* Assess referrals in line with policies and procedures
* Provide a welcoming and efficient reception service
* Maintain building security and conduct regular house rounds
* Arrange lettings and explain occupancy agreements to new residents
* Ensure rooms are clean and ready prior to new lettings
* Support residents to maximise outcomes and sustain accommodation
* Refer residents to appropriate internal and external services
* Provide welfare rights advice and liaise with the benefits agency and local authority
* Assess and support residents with resettlement plans
* Manage arrears and occupancy breaches in line with procedures
* Report maintenance issues and arrange emergency repairs
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
* Experience supporting clients facing homelessness, mental health, substance use and MAPPA
* Experience managing a caseload and completing risk/needs assessments
* Experience handling complex situations involving vulnerable adults
* Ability to liaise effectively with external agencies and service providers
* Experience delivering housing-related support to vulnerable clients
* IT skills including data entry, databases and Microsoft Outlook
FURTHER REQUIREMENTS:
In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria:
* Current valid right to work in the UK
* Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)
* A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)
* Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process
HOW TO APPLY:
If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.
*Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position
Salary description
£19.29 - £19.29 per hour