Housing Support Worker – Community Care

Brook Street; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street Social Care in Plymouth is seeking a dedicated full-time temporary Housing Support Worker to join a busy community service. You will work closely with clients, provide housing assistance, and help people move toward greater independence.

You will handle day-to-day client activities, reception duties, and administrative tasks while maintaining a respectful, supportive environment. DBS on Update Service is highly beneficial; shift options include day, evening and night to meet service

Qualifications

• Social care or housing experience essential.
• Strong communication with clients required.
• DBS on Update Service is highly beneficial.
• Shifts include day, evening and night to cover service needs.

Responsibilities

• Housing support duties to assist with housing management and ensure a safe service.
• Engage with clients as first point of contact, offering guidance and reassurance.
• Deliver high quality support to help clients progress toward positive life changes.
• Support daily client activities and personal development.
• Carry out reception and administrative duties to maintain smooth operations.
• Provide motivational support to build client confidence, stability and independence.

Skills

Social care experience

Communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

DBS update service

Day/night shifts

Education

Social care or housing qualifications

Job description

Brook Street Social Care in Plymouth is seeking a dedicated full-time temporary Housing Support Worker to join a busy community service. You will work closely with clients, provide housing assistance, and help people move toward greater independence.

You will handle day-to-day client activities, reception duties, and administrative tasks while maintaining a respectful, supportive environment. DBS on Update Service is highly beneficial; shift options include day, evening and night to meet service