Housing & Wellbeing Project Worker

Pobl Group; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pobl Group in Caerphilly is seeking a dedicated Project Worker to support individuals experiencing homelessness. You will work with a diverse group, help people manage tenancies and move away from homelessness through practical support and positive activities in a Psychologically Informed Environment.

You will assess move-on options from temporary accommodation, coordinate resettlement, liaise with agencies, and develop initiatives to access wellbeing funding.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessment for move on provision from B&B temporary accommodation
• Undertake support pre and post resettlement
• Engage clients in setting up a client consortium to access further funding for wellbeing activities
• Liaise with external agencies through effective relationship building and networking
• Have knowledge of housing related support and the benefits system
• Be organised and have good IT skills
• A passion to work with and enable people to live as independent a life as possible
• An enthusiasm and passion for making a difference to people's lives
• A strong initiative and ability to work alone as well as being a great team player
• Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
• Driving licence and access to a car
• Full-time project worker across Caerphilly homelessness services with rota including days, evenings and weekends

Job description

Pobl Group in Caerphilly is seeking a dedicated Project Worker to support individuals experiencing homelessness. You will work with a diverse group, help people manage tenancies and move away from homelessness through practical support and positive activities in a Psychologically Informed Environment.

You will assess move-on options from temporary accommodation, coordinate resettlement, liaise with agencies, and develop initiatives to access wellbeing funding.