Housing Support Worker

Ashberry Recruitment; Chester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Housing Support Worker for an ongoing temporary role in Chester. The successful candidate will work 37.5 hours a week, providing support to young people both in accommodation and the community. This position requires prior experience in assisting young individuals with independent living skills and working with complex needs. Access to your own transport is necessary, and the role involves collaboration with social services and other support agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in accommodation settings.
• Commitment to supporting young people's needs holistically.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in their accommodation and in the community.
• Conduct weekly key working sessions.
• Liaise with social workers and support agencies.

Skills

Supporting young people

Lone working

Multi-agency teamwork

Independent living skills development

Job description

Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for candidates to fulfil the role of a Housing Support Worker for our well-respected client based in Chester. The role is on an ongoing temporary basis for 2-3 months. 37.5 Hours per week, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.

Responsibilities

• You will be required to work across the Cheshire area supporting both young people in accommodation and out in the community.
• Manage a caseload.
• Conduct weekly key working sessions.
• Support young people to prepare for independent living and develop necessary skills.
• Work closely with the social workers and the Leaving Care Team, local organisations, statutory services and support agencies.
• This role also involves lone working and access to your own transport is essential.

Required Experience

• Experience of helping young people with setting up benefits, developing independent living skills and maintaining their accommodation.
• Ability and commitment to work as part of a multi-agency team to ensure young people in care and who are leaving care.
• Experience of working with young people who may have complex needs such as mental health issues, drug and alcohol misuse, domestic abuse and offending behaviour.