Job Description
Your new companyOur client is a well-established national provider delivering specialist support to individuals experiencing homelessness, substance misuse, and multiple disadvantages.They are committed to a person-centred, recovery-focused approach, working closely with local authorities, healthcare providers, and community partners to achieve sustainable outcomes for the people they support.With a strong emphasis on inclusion, safeguarding, and partnership working, the organisation plays a key role in helping individuals rebuild their lives through access to accommodation, treatment, and wider support networks.The service in Southampton forms part of a wider network delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions, supporting individuals to improve wellbeing, reduce harm, and move towards independence.Your new roleYou will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred support by:Supporting individuals from initial engagement through to recovery and move-onCompleting assessments, developing recovery plans and delivering tailored interventionsProviding 1:1 support, group work and psychosocial interventionsPromoting harm reduction and improving health outcomesSupporting access to housing, healthcare, and wider support servicesWorking collaboratively with partner agencies and stakeholdersManaging risk, safeguarding concerns and maintaining accurate recordsWhat you'll need to succeedExperience working in homelessness, substance misuse, or a related support settingStrong understanding of complex needs, including substance use and mental healthAbility to manage a caseload and deliver outcome-focused supportConfident in multi-agency working and partnership collaborationExcellent communication, organisation and IT skillsAbility to work independently and within a teamCompliance RequirementsDue to the nature of the role, all candidates must have:Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service)Right to Work in the UKUp-to-date references covering April 2024 - present (with gaps explained)National Insurance numberOliver McGowan Training (desirable but preferred)What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.ukTPBN1_UKTJ