The role of Bank Project Worker will include:
1. Regularly assessing the needs of clients by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training, and employment
2. Assisting clients with managing finances and welfare benefits
3. Encouraging social inclusion and helping clients to build their confidence, resilience and self-esteem
4. Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies on behalf of the clients and actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as an advocate when required
5. Promoting safe working practices by undertaking risk assessments within legislative frameworks
Skills and experiences:
6. You will have previous experience in a role supporting victims of domestic abuse or a background gained in a supported living environment in a project worker capacity
7. Sound knowledge of housing management including voids and arrears management
8. Good understanding of occupancy agreements
9. The ability to react effectively under pressure
10. The ability to work on your own initiative and ability to source innovative solutions to problems
11. You will be empathetic and non-judgmental with good interpersonal and customer care skills
12. NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards, is essential
Are you ready to be your best?
Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:
13. A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
14. Health and well-being plans
15. A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Job Reference: 223848
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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.