About the role:
1. To locate, identify, engage and support individuals that are rough sleeping, or at risk of rough sleeping in the Brighton area.
2. Working with rough sleepers to make positive changes in their life and move towards settled accommodation.
3. Amplifying the voice of individuals we work with to express their strengths and needs
4. To carry out shifts at all times of day and night in order to build positive relationships with rough sleepers and help them move towards their goals, including accommodation.
5. Engaging with people experiencing rough sleeping and people involved in street-based activity
About you:
6. Experience of engaging and providing meaningful support to individuals with complex support needs
7. Experience of recording relevant sensitive information in a timely manner
8. Knowledge of at least one of the following issues around homelessness; the benefits system, substance misuse, mental or physical health, the criminal justice system, housing (Social and/or Private Rented).
9. Some experience of supporting people who may be affected by homelessness, poor mental health and substance misuse.
10. Knowledge of Safeguarding Procedures and their application
11. Experience of working with people in crisis
12. Able to manage individuals with challenging behaviours
13. Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
14. Excellent Interpersonal Skills / Ability to build rapport
15. Able to work alone; adhering to local risk management policies
Ready to Begin Your Journey with Change Grow Live?
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.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship if you require it to work in the UK. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here:
Salary Range (pro rata if part time) £16.89/Hr. ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 4/7/2025