Are you someone who goes the extra mile to help others succeed? Do you thrive on making a positive impact in your community? If you are passionate about supporting people to live independently and achieve their goals, we want to hear from you!
We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our Sound Futures, Supported Housing Accommodation Service in the Plymouth area as a Housing Support Worker.
Provide tenancy-related support both in supported housing and through community outreach.
Collaborate with Plymouth Alliance partners, landlords, and housing providers to help customers transition into independent living.
Support individuals with a range of needs including mental health, substance use, budgeting, benefits, and employment.
Develop, review, and update support plans, risk assessments, and needs assessments.
Liaise with key agencies such as Probation, Police, Local Authority Services, and healthcare providers.
Promote social inclusion, wellbeing, and access to fitness and community activities.
Attend multi-agency meetings to coordinate effective support and risk management.
This role can be challenging at times, as you will be supporting individuals with low to medium complex needs from diverse backgrounds. At LiveWest, we believe in building brighter futures. As a Support Worker, you will be part of a passionate, dynamic team dedicated to reducing homelessness and empowering individuals to thrive. This role is being offered on a full time, permanent basis working 37 hours per week. This is a scheme based role in Plymouth and you will be working on a 6-week rolling rota on a shift basis, working between the hours of 8am and 10pm, including some weekends.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups. Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
To be considered for the role of Support Worker, you will have the essential skills, knowledge and experience for a Level 1 role (please see our candidate information pack) and the following role specific experience:
Have an understanding of support needs and support planning.
Have experience of risk assessing and risk management.
Have accurate record keeping and computer skills.
Have a flexible approach to work.
Have knowledge and understanding of welfare and housing benefits.
Have a good understanding of safeguarding and emotional and mental health issues.
Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles).
Pension Contributions: Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.
Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.
Family Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.
Wellbeing Matters: Priorities your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and free flu jabs.
Smarter Travel: Save with our Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.
Giving Back: Up to four paid volunteering days a year to support our communities.
Our values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. As one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve.
We are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone.
Inclusion at LiveWest:
At LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellent, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive. As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all.
LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels.
Join us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. You can read more about Inclusion at LiveWest by visiting our website.