Impactful Project Worker - Domestic Abuse Support

Sanctuary Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick pay

Pension scheme

Training & development

Flexible working

Discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Sanctuary Group in Sheffield, S13 area, is seeking a Female Project Worker to join the Sanctuary Supported Living service. The role supports individuals experiencing domestic abuse, working within a compassionate, community-focused team and a not-for-profit organisation that reinvests in people and services.

As part of the team, you will assess needs, update support plans, help with finances, and promote social inclusion, while adhering to safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people affected by domestic abuse or working in supported living.
• Knowledge of housing management, including voids and arrears and health and safety of the building.
• Understanding of occupancy agreements.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and work on your own initiative.
• Empathetic and non-judgmental with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and update support plans, signposting to education, training and employment opportunities.
• Support clients with managing finances and welfare benefits.
• Encourage social inclusion and help clients build confidence, resilience and self-esteem.
• Work with agencies on behalf of clients, promoting choice and acting as an advocate when needed.
• Promote safe working practices by completing risk assessments within legislative guidelines.

Skills

Empathy and interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

IT proficiency

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sanctuary Group in Sheffield, S13 area, is seeking a Female Project Worker to join the Sanctuary Supported Living service. The role supports individuals experiencing domestic abuse, working within a compassionate, community-focused team and a not-for-profit organisation that reinvests in people and services.

As part of the team, you will assess needs, update support plans, help with finances, and promote social inclusion, while adhering to safeguarding and pre-employment checks.