Housing Support Worker: Enable Safe, Independent Living

BDS (Northern) Limited; Penryn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

BDS Recruitment is seeking a Housing Support Worker for the Penryn centre. The role supports vulnerable tenants to maintain tenancy and live independently in a setting of 6 shared flats with up to 12 residents.

You will assess risks, maintain safeguarding policies and work across a small, dedicated team to help residents access social, educational and employment opportunities. DBS will be required and a driving licence may be needed.

Qualifications

• Understand support needs and develop appropriate support plans.
• Experience of risk assessment and risk management.
• Accurate record keeping and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive, person-centred assistance to residents with complex needs.
• Build open, trusting relationships with residents and partner agencies.
• Encourage social, educational and employment engagement to prevent isolation.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain safeguarding and health & safety standards.

Skills

Risk assessment

Record keeping

Lone working

Team player

Flexible working

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

BDS Recruitment is seeking a Housing Support Worker for the Penryn centre. The role supports vulnerable tenants to maintain tenancy and live independently in a setting of 6 shared flats with up to 12 residents.

You will assess risks, maintain safeguarding policies and work across a small, dedicated team to help residents access social, educational and employment opportunities. DBS will be required and a driving licence may be needed.