Frontline Street Homeless Outreach Worker - Temporary

Morgan Hunt; Leeds; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt is seeking an Outreach Worker to join the Street Homeless Outreach team in West Yorkshire. The role focuses on engaging with rough sleepers, helping them access housing, healthcare and vital services, and building trust with service users in frontline settings.

The position involves working as part of a dedicated team, promoting harm reduction and advocacy, with a commitment to safeguarding and person-centered support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable people, preferably in homelessness or outreach.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build rapport.
• Knowledge of homelessness issues, safeguarding, and support services.
• Flexible schedule, including early mornings and late evenings.
• Good record-keeping and IT skills for case management.
• Valid driving licence and vehicle for work.
• Training in mental health, substance misuse, or trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach shifts, engaging with rough sleepers in designated areas.
• Build trusting relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Provide advice on housing options, benefits, and available support services.
• Work with local authorities, housing providers, health services to secure support for clients.
• Maintain accurate records and case notes to track progress.
• Advocate on behalf of service users.
• Promote harm reduction and well-being strategies tailored to individuals' needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Experience with vulnerable people

Homelessness knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Record-keeping

IT skills

Driving licence

Advocacy

Trauma-informed care training

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Morgan Hunt is seeking an Outreach Worker to join the Street Homeless Outreach team in West Yorkshire. The role focuses on engaging with rough sleepers, helping them access housing, healthcare and vital services, and building trust with service users in frontline settings.

The position involves working as part of a dedicated team, promoting harm reduction and advocacy, with a commitment to safeguarding and person-centered support.