Housing Support Worker

Hamilton Woods; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing provider in Blackburn is seeking a Housing Support Worker to assist vulnerable adults facing homelessness and other complex issues. The position involves managing a caseload, liaising with local authorities, and empowering clients to live independently while building essential life skills through a structured support system.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS is essential.
• Experience in supported living environments required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients with complex needs.
• Support clients in understanding tenancy agreements.
• Enable access to employment, education, and training opportunities.

Skills

Client Management

Liaising with Authorities

Safeguarding

Promoting Independence

Income Maximization

Job description

Housing Support Worker
Blackburn
37 hours pw
3 months+
17 Umbrella ph

Our client, a social housing provider in Blackburn is looking for a Housing Support Worker to work within their service in Blackburn that supports vulnerable adults with complex needs such as those facing homelessness and substance misuse issues.

The role is based on a rolling 6 week rota:

Weeks 1/2/3: Monday- Friday: 8am-4pm
Weeks 4/5: Monday- Friday: 12am-8pm
Week 6: Tuesday/ Wednesday 12am-8pm and Saturday/ Sunday 8am-8pm

Responsibilities of the Housing Support Worker include:

Managing a caseload of clients with complex needs
Liaising with Local Authorities housing teams surrounding new applications
Supporting in the maintenance of the client waiting list
Assessing new clients support needs
Ensuring clients understand, and abide by their tenancy agreements
Enabling clients to access employment, education and training opportunities
Safeguarding clients and reporting any concerns
Monitoring tenants rent accounts and supporting them to maximise their income
Promoting clients to live independently and build lasting life skills

Essential criteria of the Housing Support Worker include:

Enhanced DBS
Experience within a similar supported living environment