Domestic Abuse Support Worker

BRC Jobs; Launceston; On-site; GBP 40,639,000 - 44,772,000; Part time

Job summary

BRC Jobs is seeking an experienced Support Worker to join a supported housing service working with people fleeing domestic abuse who may have complex support needs. This is a community-based role visiting Launceston, Bodmin and Liskeard, managing a caseload and delivering person-centred support to help residents access services and move toward greater independence.

The role includes completing risk assessments, developing support plans, tenancy sustainment, and coordinating with other

Qualifications

• Experience in supported housing, homelessness, or social care.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Full Enhanced DBS covering Adults and Children.

Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated caseload and plan your diary.
• Visit residents across housing properties.
• Complete risk assessments and review needs.
• Develop and review individual support plans.
• Provide tenancy sustainment and housing-related support.
• Support move-on planning for independent living.
• Provide practical and emotional support.
• Help residents access community services.
• Maintain case notes and records.
• Collaborate with professionals and external agencies.
• Occasional home working for admin and case management.

Skills

Caseload management

Independent work

Communication skills

Empathy and safeguarding

Job description

Support Worker

Locations:Covering Launceston, Bodmin & Liskeard
Salary:£15.34 per hour + Holiday pay = £17.19
Hours:37 hours per week
Contract:Temporary – 2 months
Working hours:Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, with approximately one weekend in six
Start:ASAP

We are looking for an experienced Support Worker to join a supported housing service working with people fleeing domestic abuse who may have complex support needs.

This is a community-based role, visiting supported living properties across Launceston, Bodmin and Liskeard. You will manage an allocated caseload, plan your own diary and provide person-centred support to help residents access services, maintain their accommodation and move towards greater independence.

Key responsibilities

• Manage an allocated caseload and plan your own diary.
• Visit residents across supported housing properties.
• Complete risk assessments and regularly review support needs.
• Develop and review individual support plans.
• Provide tenancy sustainment and housing-related support.
• Support residents withmove-on planningand preparation for independent living.
• Provide practical and emotional support.
• Support residents to access relevant community services.
• Complete welfare checks and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain accurate case notes, records and support documentation.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals and external agencies.
• Occasional home working for administration and case management.

About you

You will ideally have experience in supported housing, homelessness, domestic abuse, community work, mental health or social care.

• Previous Support Worker experience.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• The ability to work independently and manage your own caseload.
• A Full Enhanced DBS covering Adults and Children.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to people who have experienced domestic abuse and are working towards a safer and more independent future.