Housing Support & Independence Coach – Bristol

Nacro; West of England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Nacro in Bristol is seeking a Housing Support Worker to provide person-centred support to vulnerable adults, including prison leavers and individuals on bail or licence, helping them secure safe housing and develop independent living skills.

You will assess needs, create safety plans, assist with housing applications and benefits, support tenancy sustainment, and work with probation and housing providers to achieve positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing or support roles.
• Experience with vulnerable adults and complex needs.
• Knowledge of welfare benefits and tenancy sustainment.

Responsibilities

• Assess support needs and create support plans.
• Assist with housing applications and benefits.
• Support tenancy sustainment and safeguarding.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Collaborate with probation and housing providers.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Record-keeping

Multi-agency collaboration

Resilience

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Job description

Nacro in Bristol is seeking a Housing Support Worker to provide person-centred support to vulnerable adults, including prison leavers and individuals on bail or licence, helping them secure safe housing and develop independent living skills.

You will assess needs, create safety plans, assist with housing applications and benefits, support tenancy sustainment, and work with probation and housing providers to achieve positive outcomes.