Housing Outreach & Trauma-Informed Care Specialist

Southdown; Hastings; On-site; GBP 25,147 - 30,736; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cost cash-back scheme

Interest-free loans

Easit Network access

Blue Light card

Free advice and counselling service

25 days paid holiday

Job summary

A community support organization in East Sussex seeks a Housing Support Specialist to aid individuals facing homelessness, particularly those who are rough sleeping. Responsibilities include early-morning outreach, tenancy support, and collaboration with various agencies to provide comprehensive assistance. Ideal candidates must have an empathetic approach, be available for unsociable hours, possess a full driving license, and undergo an enhanced DBS check. The role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Available to work unsociable hours including early-morning shifts.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide early-morning street outreach to rough sleeping individuals.
• Support clients with move-on and tenancy engagement.
• Coordinate with health and social care agencies.

Skills

Empathetic, person-centred care approach

Knowledge of complex support needs in homelessness

Full driving licence and access to a car

Job description

A community support organization in East Sussex seeks a Housing Support Specialist to aid individuals facing homelessness, particularly those who are rough sleeping. Responsibilities include early-morning outreach, tenancy support, and collaboration with various agencies to provide comprehensive assistance. Ideal candidates must have an empathetic approach, be available for unsociable hours, possess a full driving license, and undergo an enhanced DBS check. The role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.