Resettlement and Support Worker (Full-Time, Permanent Contract) London 37.5 Hours per week About the Organisation Our client is dedicated to helping homeless people in London find secure accommodation and work towards a positive future. They work tirelessly to support homeless people to recover from their personal issues and break down the barriers that they face. They recognise that homelessness is much more than just a housing issue, so they provide a range of accommodation and support services to help people reach their full potential. Theyre now looking for a Resettlement and Support Worker to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. The Benefits Salary of £29,762.83 per annum 34 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service Pension scheme Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme A range of benefits including cycle to work scheme and staff wellbeing sessions Refer a friend bonus scheme This is a superb opportunity for an individual with drive, focus and a desire to work with our clients outstanding charity to help them to combat homelessness. Youll discover a passionate, supportive environment where the entire team are working toward the same goals and are dedicated to making positive change and producing great results. The Role As a Resettlement and Support Worker, you will be part of a professional and experienced team and will be responsible and accountable for the provision of hostel-based services and the effective co-ordination of support to rough sleepers with complex needs. This role will require you to work on a rota system. Shifts are 8am to 3.30pm or 2.30pm to 10pm and will include weekends. About You To be considered for the role of Resettlement and Support Worker you will have: Relevant experience, either paid or voluntary, working with homeless people or rough sleepers An understanding of the causes of, and pathways out of, homelessness Experience of assessment and support systems for vulnerable people, including key working The ability to work with clients who may display challenging behaviour and that have complex needs Basic knowledge of appropriate legislation, including welfare benefits and housing law Basic knowledge of health and safety requirements in the workplace Solid IT skills The ability to represent our client appropriately at all times, and work professionally with external agencies An understanding of confidentiality needs within the organisation and the ability to apply them The ability to manage your time in a busy and pressurised environment For further and more detailed information on the role and person specification, please review the Job Description. Our client is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and they believe that the more inclusive their environment is, the better their work will be. They welcome and encourage applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. They are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them. So, if youre seeking your next challenge as a Resettlement and Support Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.