Housing Led Caseworker — End Rough Sleeping (Flexible Hours)

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnsley MBC is recruiting a Housing Led Caseworker to provide open-ended, personalised support for people at risk of or experiencing rough sleeping. You will assess needs, coordinate tailored support, and work closely with partner services to secure stable accommodation and wellbeing.

The post involves a rota with evening and weekend cover at the project's accommodation unit, and a proactive, empathetic, and trauma-informed approach to support the people you assist.

Qualifications

• Empathy and active listening to support vulnerable people.
• Strong communication skills for partnership working.
• Ability to assess needs and plan tailored support.

Responsibilities

• Lead professional for the people supported in housing-led services.
• Provide open-ended, tailored support to a small caseload.
• Work in partnership with other services to meet needs.

Job description

Barnsley MBC is recruiting a Housing Led Caseworker to provide open-ended, personalised support for people at risk of or experiencing rough sleeping. You will assess needs, coordinate tailored support, and work closely with partner services to secure stable accommodation and wellbeing.

The post involves a rota with evening and weekend cover at the project's accommodation unit, and a proactive, empathetic, and trauma-informed approach to support the people you assist.