Project Worker – Skywaves

Turning Tides; Worthing; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Health Cash Plan

Community Impact

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Healthcare and Life Assurance

24/7 Wellbeing Support

Local Discounts

Generous Annual Leave

Job summary

Turning Tides is seeking a role in high-support accommodation, focused on developing and evaluating a tailored service for residents with complex needs. You will work within a team to ensure continuous support for clients, including those facing homelessness, substance use, or mental health challenges.

The role requires compassionate, person-centered engagement, strong communication with clients and external partners, and experience with documentation and risk management.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals facing housing insecurity or homelessness.
• Ability to engage with clients, colleagues and external partners.
• Experience documenting and updating personalised support plans.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.

Responsibilities

• Develop, shape and evaluate the service to meet client needs.
• Provide continuous support for residents, including weekends as required.
• Advocate for residents' needs and coordinate with partners.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Experience with vulnerable populations

Strong communication

Documentation and record-keeping

Trauma-informed practice

Resilience and de-escalation

Flexibility in hours

Job description

Providing high support accommodation, with options for tailored, specialist provision; onsite activity and multiagency support, this service will be a genuine place of opportunity. You will be part of a team, tasked with developing, shaping and evaluating the service to meet the unique needs and aspirations of clients, including those who are actively using substances, have a dual diagnosis or mental health conditions or have experienced multiple exclusions from services.

We work closely with the local authority with the aim of ending the need to sleep rough or use insecure or temporary accommodation. We offer a personalised approach to work with people to manage risk and reduce associated harm from substance use and multiple exclusion. This accommodation will provide a vital opportunity to each individual, to provide a path away from homelessness.

What You Bring to the Role

• You have a compassionate, person-centred approach, with a genuine commitment to supporting individuals facing housing insecurity.
• Experienced in working with vulnerable populations, including those affected by homelessness, trauma, substance use, or mental health challenges.
• Strong communicator, able to engage effectively with clients, colleagues, and external partners to advocate for and support residents’ needs.
• Proficient in creating and managing personalized support plans, and skilled in documentation and record-keeping.
• Knowledgeable in trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches, with a commitment to promoting change and independence.
• Resilient and adaptable, capable of maintaining calm in challenging situations and de-escalating conflicts with empathy.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to ensure continuous support for residents.

Staff Benefits at Turning Tides

Supporting Your Wellbeing and Growth

• Flexible Working Considered: We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are committed to considering flexible working arrangements that suit your needs.
• Health Cash Plan: Gain access to a comprehensive health cash plan for contracted employees, ensuring you have the support you need for your healthcare expenses.
• Community Impact: Play a pivotal role in a community-led organisation with a profound mission, contributing to positive change and making a meaningful impact.
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme: Participate in our stakeholder pension scheme, securing your financial future with a valuable retirement savings plan.
• Healthcare and Life Assurance: Enjoy the security of a healthcare cash plan and life assurance, providing you and your loved ones with peace of mind.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Support for your wellbeing, offering valuable advice and money-saving resources.
• Local Discounts: Benefit from local discounts, including exclusive offers on gym memberships, promoting your physical and mental well-being.
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy up to 25 days of annual leave, with the potential for increases based on your service with us, providing you with the time to recharge and pursue personal interests.

Ready to Make a Difference?

In this role, employees will be scheduled to work shifts covering Monday through Sunday, with the potential to work some Bank Holidays.