Frontline Caseworker: Complex Needs & Housing Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive leave entitlement

Local government pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Development opportunities

Staff discounts

Training opportunities

Job summary

The City of Doncaster Council seeks a Starting Point Caseworker to join their team in supporting individuals with complex needs. This role involves assessments, building relationships, and coordinating necessary support and accommodation plans.

Working full-time, you will engage directly with individuals facing challenges such as homelessness, poor mental health, and other social disadvantages. A commitment to safeguarding and inclusion is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals or those with complex needs.
• Strong communication skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Understanding of safeguarding and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with individuals experiencing disadvantages.
• Undertake person-centred assessments to identify needs and risks.
• Develop tailored support and accommodation plans.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Support planning

Safeguarding understanding

Risk assessment

Job description

The City of Doncaster Council seeks a Starting Point Caseworker to join their team in supporting individuals with complex needs. This role involves assessments, building relationships, and coordinating necessary support and accommodation plans.

Working full-time, you will engage directly with individuals facing challenges such as homelessness, poor mental health, and other social disadvantages. A commitment to safeguarding and inclusion is essential.