Housing Support Worker
Are you a passionate Housing Support Worker looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for a Housing Support Worker to work in in a complex need service in Leigh. The role will be based across Wigan and Leigh.
Pay Rates: £13.62 - £16.00 per hour
Information the Role: Successful candidates will be offered 37.5 hours per week for 2 months initially on an 8-week rolling rota that Includes a mix of flexi days, late shifts, and 2 weekends out of every 8.
What you will be doing:
Conduct assessments to identify and prioritise individual needs
Develop and implement SMART goal-based support plans
Promote opportunities for skill development and independence
Maintain accurate, up-to-date customer records
Empower customers to understand their rights and participate in service delivery
Co-produce support and move-on plans with customers and relevant stakeholders
Review support and risk plans regularly or following significant changes
Provide support with tenancy management and daily living skills
Facilitate access to education, training, and employment opportunities
Signpost to external services such as food banks and healthcare providers
Support financial independence through budgeting and income maximisation
Encourage safe medication self-management
Lead group work and support initiatives
Follow safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns appropriately
Manage referrals and assess new customers
Support housing management tasks, including income collection
Report repairs and health and safety issues
Prepare rooms and maintain a safe, clean environment
Handle challenging situations with sensitivity and professionalism
Build and maintain local partnerships to enhance support provision
Complete administrative and operational duties as required
Specialist knowledge skills and experience
Experience supporting vulnerable individuals with complex needs
Ability to manage a caseload independently
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Confident in handling incidents and making informed decisions
Competent IT and administrative skills
Desirable skills:
Knowledge of trauma-informed or psychologically informed approaches
Experience working in challenging environments
Understanding of housing benefit systems
What we offer:
24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.
To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact out Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)