Assistant Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join their team in Southampton. The role involves delivering high-quality support to vulnerable clients, promoting their independence and sustainable lifestyles. Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping those experiencing homelessness and possess strong communication skills. This permanent position requires working 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the benefits system and supported housing funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a high-quality support program.
• Promote client choice and control, enabling positive life changes.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of benefits system

Passion for transforming lives

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Please note this is a permanent position

Working hours: 20 hours per week

Working details: Working on rota including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

Interview Date: To be confirmed

About The Salvation Army Homelessness Services

We are committed to providing opportunities that support each person to find their purpose, develop positive relationships, and experience a sense of community. Our work is underpinned by our core values of Transformation, Integration, Discipleship, and Effectiveness. The Booth Centre is a residential Lifehouse accommodating up to 46 homeless vulnerable adults, and we are looking for a Support Worker to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

The Support Worker role is vital to achieving successful outcomes for our vulnerable clients. You will develop and deliver a high-quality support program that promotes client choice and control, addresses support needs, and enables positive life changes, empowering clients to lead sustainable lifestyles.

Candidate Requirements

• Knowledge of the benefits system and supported housing funding streams and reporting requirements
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A passion for transforming the lives of people experiencing homelessness