Housing Support WorkerLocation: Remote working covering the Belfast and Greater Belfast AreaSalary: £23,141.3 per annumContract: PermanentWork hours: 17.5 hour OR 35 hoursPlease note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles.Your new roleYou will work independently with a caseload of service users, building a relationship of trust and respect to achieve the best outcomes for your service users. You will provide them with the best advice and support to help them remain living independently in their own home.You will regularly meet your service users face to face either at their own home or a neutral venue to provide this support. You will act as an advocate for the service user and link with external agencies to get the right help and support they need.What we can offer you4% employer pension contribution (after 3 months of service)33 days annual leave per annum (including statutory holidays)Paid sick leave 4 weeks full pay and 4 weeks half pay after one year of serviceWestfield Health Level 1 - Cash back plan and additional benefit of unlimited MRI and CT scans and 1 PET scan within a 12-month periodWestfield Health RewardsLong service annual leave increments and schemePaid Access NILearning & Development opportunities
Responsibilities
* Visiting services users in their homes.
* Provide support with older people’s issues.
* Develop, monitor and review risk assessments and risk management plans for each service user.
* Supporting service users to find alternative accommodation for those who need it when required.
* Helping to set up new homes or ensure current home is fit for purpose and provide hands on practical support.
Skills and Qualifications
* At least 6 months’ experience supporting older people in the community.
* GCSE English or equivalent.
* Possess a full driving licence. Business insurance and access to a car are required as you may have to transport Service Users.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to competently use IT for communication and record-keeping.
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