Floating Support Worker Needed in South London

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Dartford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Floating Support Worker to provide vital housing-related support to vulnerable ex-homeless individuals across South London. This role involves managing a caseload of clients, helping them maintain their tenancies, and guiding them towards independent living. You'll be instrumental in empowering clients, assisting them with budgeting, and promoting community engagement. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about social care and ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Travel expenses covered

Referral scheme with rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in social care, particularly with vulnerable populations.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively and provide tailored support.

Responsibilities

• Support 20-25 clients in maintaining their tenancies and independence.
• Organize appointments and write reports with clear communication.
• Empower clients to engage with the community and develop life skills.

Skills

Patience

Communication Skills

Budgeting Advice

Emotional Support

Community Engagement

Life Skills Teaching

Education

Relevant Social Care Qualification

Job description

Floating Support Worker Needed in South London!

Pay:
£16.63 + holiday pay = £18.63 or £21.50 umbrella per hour

Clients:
Ex Homeless clients within their own tenancies

Assignment:
3 months with potential extension

Hours:
Full time 37.5 hours, 0900 - 17:00 - 5 days a week across Monday - Friday

Location:
Every south London borough - within M25 - mostly Bexley/Greenwich, a lot in Lambeth and Wandsworth, some in Kingston - Travel expenses incurred during shift times are covered

Our social care client needs a Floating Support Worker to provide housing related support to vulnerable ex homeless clients, to ensure they maintain their tenancy and get them ready for an independent lifestyle. You will be supporting 20-25 clients across all South London boroughs, the frequency of how often you will need to visit each service user will depend on their level of need. So, this is a great opportunity to be out in the community supporting those who need your advice and guidance most!

The clients themselves have a variety of support needs ranging from low to medium, all of which are ex-rough sleepers and have a variety of support needs including substance misuse, mental health issues and low independence. You will be helping them improve and obtain accommodation and gain the skills and knowledge they need to maintain a property and live an independent life. You will need to demonstrate patience, perseverance, and motivation to really get the best out of your case load, in this social care position.

Duties:

1. Oversee a case load of 20-25 low to high needs clients in private rented accommodation
2. Organising your week by booking appointments with each client
3. Writing up the monthly and weekly reports using clear written communication
4. Helping your clients with budgeting, advising around what they can afford and how to get the most out of their financial position
5. Help each client obtain and maintain their tenancy, reporting any damages, help each client keep on top of their financial responsibilities
6. Oversee and maintain a positive relationship between your client and their landlord
7. Support clients emotionally
8. Empower your clients and encourage them to take up hobbies, attend appointments and apply for work, education, or training
9. Encourage your client to engage with the community
10. Promote independence and teach life skills

If you feel that you have the relevant expertise and skills to tackle this role and that you are the person to help mentor and guide these vulnerable individuals, then contact Morgan Hunt now! Our social care client needs YOU!

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