Accommodation Support Officer - (Bristol)

Seetec; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays +

Birthday Day off

2 Volunteer Days

Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer

Healthcare Cash Plan

Annual salary review

Refer a friend scheme

Benefit Hub discounts

Job summary

Seetec in Gloucester is seeking an Accommodation Support Officer to manage a caseload of participants and develop personalised housing plans. You will carry out initial assessments, considering risk and need, and maintain ongoing contact with participants to support stable outcomes.

You will record progress using a case management system and work in partnership with stakeholders. On-site training and ongoing support are provided to help you grow in the role.

Qualifications

• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Good organisation skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of participants, producing personalised accommodation plans.
• Carry out initial assessments, considering risk, situation and need.
• Record progress and outcomes timely and accurately using case management system.
• Maintain contact with participants, identifying any emerging risks and concerns.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Time management

Job description

• Manage a caseload of participants, producing personalised accommodation plans
• Carry out initial assessments, considering risk, situation and need
• Record progress and outcomes timely and accurately using case management system
• Maintain contact with participants, identifying any emerging risks and concerns
  Are you passionate about making a difference in people s lives? Do you have the resilience and empathy needed to support individuals from diverse backgrounds? We re looking for committed Accommodation Support Officers to join our team and provide vital support to participants with their housing needs.

In this role, you will manage a caseload of adult males either residing in custody or living in the community. Working in close partnership with probation practitioners, you will carry out initial assessments to understand each individual s circumstances and develop tailored accommodation plans through a series of agreed interventions. You will help participants navigate housing challenges, ensure they are kept informed of decisions that affect them, and support their understanding of their rights throughout the process. We welcome applicants from a variety of professional backgrounds, including social services, mental health, education, or those who have recently graduated and are seeking experience in the criminal justice sector. If you bring a person focused approach and transferable skills, we d love to hear from you. We understand that not everyone will tick every box and that s okay. If you re engaging, adaptable and comfortable working with a diverse range of people, we ll provide on site training and ongoing support to help you grow in the role. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, as you will be building and maintaining effective professional relationships with both participants and external stakeholders. We re looking for positive role models who can inspire and encourage meaningful changes in attitudes and behaviours, helping individuals take steps toward greater stability and independence.

• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Good organisation skills and ability to meet deadlines
  In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we're offering a competitive salary Starting from £25,877 - £29,000 per annum (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
• Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
• Annual salary review
• Refer a friend scheme
• Free access to Benefit Hub - an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and additional voluntary benefits