Housing Support Worker

Venn Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is looking for a Housing Support Worker in Leeds to provide essential support to vulnerable individuals. The role involves creating individual support plans, assisting with mental health issues, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies. Available as full-time or part-time, with a potential for extension beyond the initial 2-month period.

Qualifications

• Enhanced Adult DBS on update service is required.
• Experience in a similar role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support to clients with complex needs.
• Develop and implement individual support plans to help clients maintain tenancies.
• Signpost and refer clients to relevant services.

Skills

Emotional Support

Person-Centred Support

Record Keeping

Risk Assessment

Independent Travel

Referral Services

Job description

Housing Support Worker

Venn Group have been approached by a Charity and would like to introduce the following position available:

Job Ref: J89004

Position: Housing Support Worker

Location: Leeds

Rate: Negotiable (depending on experience)

Length: 2 months (possibility for extension)

Hours: Full Time or Part Time hours available

Work Pattern: On Site

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide emotional and practical support to clients with complex needs including mental health issues and substance misuse
• Provide person-centred housing-related support to vulnerable individuals in their own homes or temporary accommodation across various locations.
• Develop and implement individual support plans to help clients maintain tenancies, access benefits, and improve life skills.
• Maintain accurate records, complete risk assessments, and ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety policies.
• Travel independently across designated areas, managing a flexible caseload to meet the diverse needs of service users.
• Signpost and refer clients to relevant services such as mental health support, substance misuse services, training, or employment opportunities.

Essential Criteria:

• Enhanced Adult DBS on update service
• Experience working in similar role

To find out more about this role or to apply please contact Simon, Adam or Molly on 07441 916450 or alternatively reply to this email with your up-to-date CV

*Venn Group’s “Recommendation Scheme”: if you recommend a candidate who is subsequently placed by Venn Group (for a minimum of 2 weeks) you will be eligible for £50 worth of vouchers from a choice of high street organisations.