Housing Interventions Worker – Community Team

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary £26,000 + benefits

Professional development

Supportive environment

Work-life balance

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting a Housing Interventions Worker in Merthyr Tydfil for a full-time permanent role within the Community Team. The salary is £26,000 per annum and offers the chance to help individuals involved with the criminal justice system secure and sustain stable accommodation with a focus on reducing homelessness and offending behavior.

You will conduct housing assessments, develop personalised support plans, provide one-to-one housing advice, source accommodation, and work

Qualifications

• Experience in housing support, homelessness services, or community-based work.
• Knowledge of housing legislation and tenancy sustainment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple agencies and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage caseloads.
• Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct housing assessments to identify needs and risks.
• Develop personalised support plans to prevent homelessness.
• Provide one-to-one housing advice and interventions.
• Engage with landlords and housing providers to secure accommodations.
• Assist clients with tenancy preparation and budgeting.
• Work with probation, local authorities and housing organisations.
• Signpost to services including mental health and employment support.
• Attend multi-agency meetings to coordinate interventions.
• Uphold safeguarding and promote safe working practices.

Skills

Communication Skills

Partnership Working

Organisational Skills

Saf safeguarding Knowledge

Problem-Solving Skills

Housing Knowledge

Job description

Housing Interventions Worker – Community Team

Job Title: Housing Interventions Worker – Community Team
Specialism: Housing Support / Community Services
Location: Merthyr Tydfil, UK
Salary: £26,000.00 per annum
Type: Permanent, Full Time

Housing Interventions Worker within the Community Team in Merthyr Tydfil, earning £26,000.00 per annum. This full-time permanent opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals involved with the criminal justice system by helping them secure and sustain stable accommodation. Working within a dedicated organisation committed to breaking cycles of homelessness, addiction, and offending behaviour, you will play a key role in improving resettlement outcomes and promoting long-term independence.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and security of a permanent full-time position.
• Annual Salary: Earn a competitive salary of £26,000.00 per annum, recognising your skills and contribution.
• Professional Development: Benefit from opportunities for ongoing learning, training, and career progression.
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative and dedicated team focused on achieving positive outcomes.
• Work-Life Balance: Work regular hours that support a healthy balance between professional and personal commitments.
• Meaningful Impact: Make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals within your community.

What you will do

• Housing Assessments: Conduct comprehensive housing assessments to identify needs and risks.
• Support Planning: Develop personalised support plans aimed at preventing homelessness and promoting housing stability.
• Housing Advice: Deliver tailored one-to-one housing advice and interventions.
• Accommodation Sourcing: Engage with landlords, letting agents, and housing providers to secure suitable accommodation.
• Tenancy Support: Assist clients with tenancy preparation, budgeting, and maintaining successful tenancies.
• Multi-Agency Working: Work closely with probation practitioners, local authorities, and housing organisations.
• Referral Management: Signpost and refer individuals to specialist services including mental health, substance misuse, and employment support.
• Partnership Meetings: Attend multi-agency meetings to coordinate interventions and support plans.
• Safeguarding: Manage risks, uphold safeguarding responsibilities, and promote safe working practices.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience within housing support, homelessness services, criminal justice, or community-based support services is desirable.
• Housing Knowledge: Understanding of housing legislation, homelessness prevention, and tenancy sustainment principles.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Partnership Working: Experience collaborating with multiple agencies and stakeholders.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate records.
• Safeguarding Knowledge: Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and risk management processes.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to support individuals facing complex and challenging circumstances.

Why Merthyr Tydfil

Merthyr Tydfil offers a unique blend of community spirit, rich history, and stunning Welsh landscapes. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and outdoor attractions, it provides an excellent quality of life while remaining well-connected to major towns and cities. With a welcoming community and strong local identity, Merthyr Tydfil is a fantastic place to develop your career while making a positive impact.