Jobs in Brimscombe and Thrupp

Job Title: Supported Housing Officer
Location: Matson Gloucester
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Elim Housing Group is a provider of affordable housing and support services in the West of England and Gloucestershire, our vision is 'to meet housing need and deliver homes that change people's lives'. Last year, our supported housing services helped to make a positive difference in the lives of over 1000 individuals or families. We are large enough to offer security, expertise and career progression, yet small enough to know our staff and neighbourhoods personally.
The role is based at Taylor House in Gloucester, reporting to the Team Leader and part of the Supported Housing department.
Taylor House provides accommodation-based support for single people and couples with complex, multiple and high-level support needs, aged 18+. 34 residents are housed in a mixture of self-contained accommodation and rooms with shared facilities.
What you will be doing:
As a Supported Housing Officer, you will be working closely with our clients, supporting them through difficult times in their journey. This involves working in partnership with other agencies and professionals, dealing with stakeholders and housing management issues as well as working closely with our clients on 1 to 1 basis.
There will also be an opportunity for you to run a workshop in an area you enjoy.
What you will need to be successful:
* Experience of delivering support services to clients in accommodation-based projects.
* Knowledge of Psychologically Informed Environments.
* Ability to manage your time effectively and prioritise your own work. Taking a proactive approach to targets and workload.
* Able to vary communication to suit the needs and preference of the individual, ensuring staff and clients are listened to and have opportunity to contribute their views.
Benefits:
Elim colleagues benefit from:
* 25 days annual holiday rising to 30 days.
* Annual paid day off for your birthday.
* Access to training and career development through Elim Skills Academy
* Company pension.
* Life Assurance.
* Annual bonus.
* Health cash plan, which includes discounts to a wide range of shops and services.
* Free onsite car parking
Values:
Elim CARES Values were created in partnership with our customers, staff, Board and other stakeholders, and they represent our commitment to how we deliver our services and work together successfully:
* C - Customers First - Customers are at the heart of our services and decision making.
* A - Aspirational and Accountable - We are ambitious for our customers, staff and stakeholders. We work with integrity, learn from mistakes and do what we say we will.
* R - Results - We work hard and deliver great results for our customers and for Elim.
* E - Everyone's view matters - We listen to understand, improve and build our services
* S - Supportive - We tackle challenges head on and inspire each other to achieve our potential.
How to apply:
For more details on the role and to apply please click the APPLY button below and you'll be redirected to our site to complete your application.
If you need any assistance with your application, please contact HR. We want to ensure we are accessible for all applicants interested in a career at Elim. If you need any assistance with your application or are unable to access our website, please contact HR.
We will be reviewing applications and contacting candidates who meet the job criteria regularly. Please submit your applications as soon as you can as this role will close as soon as a candidate has been appointed.
We are continuously developing our inclusive, values driven culture that welcomes and embraces the diversity of our staff and customers. We are keen to increase our own diversity and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Social Housing Advisor, Housing Needs Assistant, Housing Officer, Housing Support Officer, Housing Assistant, Housing Officer, Housing Services, Housing Assistant, Social Housing Assistant, Supported Housing Officer, Social Housing Worker, Housing Administrator may also be considered for this role