Housing Support Worker

BDS (Northern) Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Exeter is offering a position for a housing support worker. The role involves providing support to veterans and others facing homelessness, working within a team, and collaborating with various agencies. Ideal candidates should have experience in similar roles and a passion for helping the community. This position offers a pay rate of £13.71 per hour PAYE or £17.75 umbrella.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a support role preferred.
• Current enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic support to clients facing complex needs.
• Collaborate with agencies to aid clients' specific needs.
• Maintain support plans and risk assessments.

Skills

Experience in a similar role

Passion for helping people

Job description

Overview

BDS have a fantastic opportunity for a housing support worker in Exeter and surrounding area.

• Hours per Week: 37
• Expected Length of Contract: 9-10 months with potential to extend or become permanent
• Salary Details: £13.71 per hour paye plus hol pay or £17.75 per hour umbrella

BDS Recruitment are looking for a Support Worker to work with veterans and others who have been homeless or facing homelessness.

Responsibilities

• Provide a holistic and positive approach to solution-focused support.
• Work with around 5 to 8 customers at any one time to maintain high-quality service.
• Be part of a larger team who support people with complex needs in the Honiton area.
• Collaborate with other agencies around specific needs including mental health, substance misuse, benefits, private letting agents and landlords, and/or others.
• Explore options around education, training and employment.
• Write, review and update support plans and risk assessments.
• Adopt a positive approach towards risk management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience in a similar role would be desirable.
• Passion for helping people in the local community is important.
• A current enhanced DBS check will be required.

How to Apply

Please apply now for immediate consideration