Impactful Outreach Assistant for Homeless Services

Social Work Choice; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,650; Part time

Job summary

A local authority support agency in London is looking for an Assistant Outreach Worker to provide outreach support to rough sleepers. The role involves conducting visits, facilitating access to services, and collaborating with various organizations. Successful candidates will need an enhanced DBS clearance. This temporary position offers £18.62 per hour, with an emphasis on helping vulnerable individuals access necessary resources and support.

Qualifications

• Enhanced satisfactory clearance from DBS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach trips to visit rough sleepers.
• Perform needs and risk assessments for rough sleeping interventions.
• Provide transport for rough sleepers to access assessment services.
• Assist in moving rough sleepers or those at risk of rough sleeping.
• Collaborate with teams in night shelters for seamless service delivery.
• Build relationships with institutions to prevent rough sleeping.
• Attend monthly housing and task meetings.
• Support planning and data updates on systems.
• Attend client meetings with other agencies.
• Conduct research and administrative tasks for outreach services.
• Facilitate room preparation for outreach clients.

Job description

A local authority support agency in London is looking for an Assistant Outreach Worker to provide outreach support to rough sleepers. The role involves conducting visits, facilitating access to services, and collaborating with various organizations. Successful candidates will need an enhanced DBS clearance. This temporary position offers £18.62 per hour, with an emphasis on helping vulnerable individuals access necessary resources and support.