Job Advertisement: Housing Support WorkerLocation: 104 A & B Ladyshot, Harlow, CM20 3EWNearest Train Station: HarlowNearest Office: CM20 3EWDBS Level: Enhanced (Both adult and child)Service Users: Young people aged 16 and 17 at risk of homelessness, care leavers aged 18-21Working Hours: Shift patterns - 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (early), 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM (late)Car Driver Needed: DesirableOwn Vehicle Needed: NoValid Business Insurance: NoMain Duties:As a Housing Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing support to young people at risk of homelessness and care leavers in transition. Working closely with service users, your main responsibilities will include:
* Conducting initial assessments of potential and existing service users to determine their needs, risks, and requirements.
* Maintaining regular contact with service users, building professional relationships, and acting as a positive role model.
* Risk assessing activities with service users and taking necessary precautions to ensure personal safety.
* Developing relationships with external groups and agencies to support the needs of service users.
* Responding promptly to internal or external complaints, addressing any anti-social behavior, and reporting risks accordingly.
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