Homeless Support Worker

White Knight Recruitment; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity based in Wiltshire is seeking an Enablement Transition Worker for its homeless service in Salisbury. The role focuses on supporting vulnerable individuals transitioning to permanent accommodation, ensuring safety and cleanliness while promoting independence. Applicants should have relevant experience, knowledge of the welfare benefits system, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported housing or related field.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly.
• Strong professional relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for caseload of vulnerable people in short-term accommodation.
• Deliver housing-related support for transitioning to permanent accommodation.
• Conduct health and safety checks and manage rent collection.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Welfare Benefits System

Job description

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Enablement Transition Worker

£25,720 – £26,500

Full time, Permanent

Salisbury

1to1 Group are working with a homeless charity based in the Wiltshire area who support vulnerable individuals. We are helping to recruit an enablement transition worker to work within their homeless service in Salisbury.

Responsibilities:

·The role of Enablement Transition Officer is responsible for a caseload of vulnerable people who live in short-term accommodation.
·You will be responsible for delivering housing related support and assistance in order for them to transition into permanent accommodation
·You will also be responsible for conducting Health and Safety checks, rent collection and void management.
·To carry out the regular risk assessment and management plans as and when needed due to the changing needs and aspirations of the service users
·To assist service users in having the opportunity to voice their views and be involved in the management of service delivery.
·Monitor and provide practical support to service users in order to maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of their bedroom and kitchen area in line with expected standards

Requirements:
·Experience of working in supported housing or a related field
·Good working knowledge of the welfare benefits system
·To be able to cover on a flexible rota to include some evenings, weekends, Bank Holidays and sleep-ins
·Ability to form and maintain professional working relationships with a range of individuals.
·Experience of working unsupervised and on your own initiative.
·Great interpersonal Skills

If you think you have the skills/experience for this role then please apply today!