Outreach Support Worker: Empowering Independent Living

North London NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in London is looking for a compassionate community support worker to assist street homeless individuals in accessing essential services. Responsibilities include conducting outreach sessions, developing tailored support plans, and promoting mental and physical health. Candidates should possess skills in advocacy and multi-agency collaboration while helping individuals achieve independent living. A supportive environment with benefits like staff discounts and flexible working is offered.

Benefits

NHS discounts

Generous annual leave

Health and wellbeing initiatives

NHS pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting vulnerable populations preferred.
• Understanding of mental health and substance misuse systems.
• Knowledge of NHS services and support structures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach sessions to assist street homeless individuals.
• Develop tailored support plans based on assessments.
• Promote social inclusion and recovery for service users.

Skills

Compassionate support skills

Multi-agency collaboration

Needs assessment

Advocacy

Community integration

Job description

A healthcare organization in London is looking for a compassionate community support worker to assist street homeless individuals in accessing essential services. Responsibilities include conducting outreach sessions, developing tailored support plans, and promoting mental and physical health. Candidates should possess skills in advocacy and multi-agency collaboration while helping individuals achieve independent living. A supportive environment with benefits like staff discounts and flexible working is offered.