About the role:
1. Establish effective communication and referral pathways for those individuals who are at risk of homelessness and in contact with other health and care agencies
2. Provide wrap around support in emergency/temporary/supported accommodations
3. Prioritise caseload depending on crisis intervention and severity of needs
4. Attend relevant multi-disciplinary team meetings supporting links to health and social care services, peer support networks, community assets and mutual aid
5. Work closely with the local authority, Health & Social care sector, partners and any provision linked to preventing Homelessness and improve joint working
6. Increase and enhance partnership working with primary care, mental health services, housing and other voluntary organisations who are supporting individuals at risk of losing tenancies
7. Provide wrap around support on budgeting, education, training and employment whilst continuing to support their engagement in structured services
About you:
8. An understanding and knowledge of the harmful effects associated with drug and Alcohol use in relation to health, social welfare, housing, employment and personal relationships
9. Minimum of 12 months experience facilitating successful tenancy sustainment and working to achieve positive community connections
10. Knowledge of benefits and applying for benefits in a supportive role
11. The experience of engaging with a wide variety of individuals with a variety of backgrounds and needs
12. The ability to work with and manage challenging behaviour
13. Knowledge of local services and relevant interventions to support and sustain recovery especially related to training and education
14. Knowledge of local registered social landlords and tenancy issues that affect our service user group
What we will give to you:
15. 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by annually for first 5 years
16. Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
17. Contributory pension scheme
18. Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
19. A friendly and supportive team
20. Training, career development & progression opportunities
21. Refer a Friend voucher scheme
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.