Relief Support Worker

saha; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing services organization in the UK seeks a Relief Support Worker dedicated to empowering individuals who have recently experienced homelessness. You will engage with clients to develop their skills for independent living and will thrive in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and resilience, alongside a passion for making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build trusting professional relationships.
• Passion for making a difference in people's lives.
• Ability to empower individuals to develop their skills and strengths.

Responsibilities

• Engage creatively with those recently experiencing homelessness.
• Develop skills and resources for independent living.
• Participate in the 24-hour shift rota system.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Resilience

Experience in mental health support

Knowledge of community resources

Job description

Overview

At Salvation Army Homes, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement.

The Relief Support Worker will engage creatively with people who are or who have recently experienced homelessness to identify, and enable the growth of their strengths and talents as you work with them to develop the skills and resources to transform their lives and enable independent living.

About You

You will instinctively work in a manner that aligns fully with Salvation Army Homes delivery values and behaviours, demonstrating energy and passion, along with a positive, can do attitude in your daily contribution to transforming lives. You will be a great communicator, building trusting and professional relationships. Be passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast paced environment. Have a high level of resilience and be able to help empower people to develop their skills, strengths and talents. Have a good idea of the type of wider community resources and organisations available. Are likely to have experience that includes, for example: mental health support, education, training and / or leading activities. Ideally you will need to be able to participate in our 24 hour shift rota system and our on call rota.

About Us

A registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.

Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.