Camden Street Outreach Worker – Homelessness Support

Morgan Hunt; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Single Homeless Project is seeking four Outreach Workers for Camden to deliver assertive street outreach, assessments and case management in a community setting. The posts focus on supporting rough sleepers towards safer housing and improved wellbeing.

Roles are temporary (approx. 3 months) with a 37.5 hour week and early shifts. You will work across streets and hub sites, handling a small caseload and coordinating with partner bodies to help clients access services.

Qualifications

• Experience in street outreach or homelessness programs
• Ability to engage people with complex needs
• Strong communication and case-recording skills
• Resilience, empathy and professional boundaries
• Understanding of safeguarding and risk management

Responsibilities

• Conduct assertive street outreach across Camden to engage individuals at risk of homelessness
• Build trusting relationships with hard-to-reach clients using a compassionate, non-judgemental approach
• Manage a caseload of around 12 clients, completing assessments and support plans
• Provide harm-reduction guidance and assist with access to accommodation, healthcare and services
• Collaborate with local authorities, housing providers and support agencies
• Complete routine risk assessments and maintain accurate case notes and records

Job description

Single Homeless Project is seeking four Outreach Workers for Camden to deliver assertive street outreach, assessments and case management in a community setting. The posts focus on supporting rough sleepers towards safer housing and improved wellbeing.

Roles are temporary (approx. 3 months) with a 37.5 hour week and early shifts. You will work across streets and hub sites, handling a small caseload and coordinating with partner bodies to help clients access services.