Complex Needs Caseworker – Housing & Support

Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual leave

Generous local government pension

Wellbeing support and staff networks

Development and training opportunities

Staff discounts and benefits schemes

Job summary

City of Doncaster Council is seeking a Starting Point Caseworker on a temporary fixed-term until 31 March 2029, based in Doncaster. The role focuses on frontline assessments, triage and coordinated accommodation for individuals with complex needs, including homelessness, addiction, offending and mental ill health.

You will work with partners to deliver integrated support and housing plans. You will engage with vulnerable adults, build relationships, assess risks and deliver person-centred plans

Qualifications

• Experience of working directly with vulnerable individuals or those with complex needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment and person-centred support
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and trauma-informed practice

Responsibilities

• Build positive and trusting relationships with individuals experiencing multiple disadvantage
• Undertake person-centred assessments to identify needs, strengths and risks
• Develop and coordinate tailored support and accommodation plans with partner agencies

Job description

City of Doncaster Council is seeking a Starting Point Caseworker on a temporary fixed-term until 31 March 2029, based in Doncaster. The role focuses on frontline assessments, triage and coordinated accommodation for individuals with complex needs, including homelessness, addiction, offending and mental ill health.

You will work with partners to deliver integrated support and housing plans. You will engage with vulnerable adults, build relationships, assess risks and deliver person-centred plans