Are you passionate about supporting people to live independently and reduce the risk of homelessness? Whether it’s due to homelessness or poor mental health, more people are experiencing crisis than ever before. At Connection Support, we believe in a future where everyone is free from crisis and when challenges do occur, we are there every step of the way. If this sounds like something you’d like to be part of, we are recruiting a Mental Health Housing Worker to join our team in Buckinghamshire. The Impact You’ll Have You will provide tailored, intensive support to people in crisis who are/have experienced complex mental health needs. Working alongside each client, you will help them to: Access or maintain suitable accommodation Improve financial wellbeing, including navigating benefits Engage with mental health, physical health and wellbeing services Build independent living skills, confidence and resilience Connect with community activities, networks and support agencies Your practical and emotional support will empower people to sustain their accommodation and reduce the risk of homelessness. The Details Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 9–5) Salary: £25,666–£27,981 per annum (depending on experience) Location: Across Buckinghamshire, offices in High Wycombe and Aylesbury. Closing date: Thursday 18 December. Interview process: Introductory calls on Monday 29th December; interviews on Tuesday 6th January at our High Wycombe office. About You You bring experience of supporting people with one or more of the following: Homelessness or risk of homelessness Mental health conditions Complex needs, substance misuse or people with offending histories You also have: Knowledge of support services for people in crisis A resilient and creative approach to problem-solving Strong communication and active listening skills Ability to build trust with people from diverse backgrounds Understanding of the value of multi-agency working Desirable (but not essential, as training will be provided): Housing and benefits knowledge A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, as you will be supporting clients across Buckinghamshire. What we offer in return Connection Support is committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive and ensuring everyone is treated is valued, treated with respect and has a positive experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and underrepresented candidates, including but not limited to Black, Asian, ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, LGBTQIA, men, women, and people with lived experience. We have been named as one of the top 10 charities to work for in the UK by Best Companies and offer fantastic benefits including 30 days annual leave (pro rata for part time), plus bank holidays, sick pay, and an enhanced benefits package which includes cover on health benefits, eco travel incentives, childcare discounts, retail discounts and much more. Should you need additional support with your application or require adjustments to any part of our recruitment process please don’t hesitate to ask. We are more than happy to help, drop us an email or call direct to discuss your requirements. Connection Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.