Housing Support Worker

Emerging Futures CIC; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 9,523 - 11,640; Full time

Job summary

Emerging Futures CIC is looking for a Housing Support Worker to assist individuals with a history of drug and alcohol issues in supported housing projects. This role focuses on promoting recovery and facilitating independent living.

Working closely with teams and partner agencies, you will deliver interventions that enhance residents' well-being. While the position is entry-level, a passion for supporting those affected by addiction is essential. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with people affected by addiction.
• Understanding of the effects of drug and alcohol misuse.
• No direct experience required, but relevant skills valued.

Responsibilities

• Support people with a history of drug and alcohol issues.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver interventions.
• Ensure residents participate in positive recovery activities.

Skills

Supporting people to develop personal strengths

Specialist harm reduction experience

Developing partnerships and collaborating

Coaching or Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Overview

Emerging Futures began in 2014 from a belief that recovery is possible for everyone and that those who have walked that path should lead the way forward. The organisation has grown across the UK, providing support to people affected by homelessness and drug and alcohol use through housing, coaching and therapeutic programmes.

Key Information

• Position: Housing Support Worker
• Contract: 12-month fixed‑term contract
• Salary: £10,582 per annum
• Location: Chorley, Lancashire
• Hours per week: 15 hours
• Application closing date: 23/06/2026

About the Role

As a Housing Support Worker you will support people with a history of drug and/or alcohol issues who are abstinent and living in supported housing projects. You will work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to deliver interventions that support recovery and help residents achieve independent living in the community. The role also involves collaborating with teams that provide psychological therapies to improve residents' wellbeing and ensuring residents are safe, engaged, and participate in positive activities that support their recovery.

About You

The role is entry‑level and offers training, so previous direct experience is not essential. Candidates should demonstrate a passion for working with people affected by addiction and may also have experience with individuals who have complex needs, challenging behaviour, substance misuse and/or criminal offending backgrounds. Desired qualities and qualifications include:

• Experience in supporting people to develop personal strengths and sustain tenancy within a supported housing environment
• Specialist harm reduction experience
• Experience of developing partnerships and collaborating with other organisations
• A coaching, counselling or Health and Social Care qualification
• An understanding of the harmful effects associated with drug and alcohol misuse and offending in relation to health, social welfare, housing, employability and personal relationships

Equal Opportunities

Emerging Futures is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.