That'ssomeone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work.
As the UK's leading SocialEnterprise,we'rededicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.
More about your role We are looking for a Young Person Homeless Support Worker to join our team in South Shields to work across our scheme to support Customers who have a range of needs and are at risk of being homeless.
Working within this scheme you will support Customers with the continued, safe provision of accommodation in our schemes.
You will be working closely with ourCustomersto develop and deliver support and intensive housing management services to vulnerable people living in temporary dispersed accommodation across the area.
A car is essential for thisroleand you will receive an essential car user allowance and mileage expenses.
You willbe responsible forthe maintenance of the scheme including carrying out risk assessments and other health and safety monitoring as well as working closely with the housing management teamregardingrepairs,voidsand maintenance.
For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.
The rota is for this role is attached.
Ideally you will have local knowledge to share with our customers.? You should have a good knowledge of housing management best practice, the letting procedures and tenancy compliance.
It is imperative that you havepreviousexperience supporting a vulnerable client group.
We know thatthere'salways more we can do to make you smile,that'swhy we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly Pension with matched contributions up to 7% Excellent holiday package up to 35 days annual leave with theoptionto buy or sell leave Cashback plan for healthcare costs up to £500 saving per year A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% Training and development Extraperksincluding huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more What's next? As part of ourcommitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role.
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