Support Worker | Trauma-Informed Care for Homelessness

Connection Support; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Sick pay

Health benefits

Eco travel incentives

Retail discounts

Learning & development

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Connection Support in Northampton is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our brand new Supported Accommodation Service. You will play a pivotal role in providing trauma-informed, person-centred support to adults experiencing homelessness, helping them build confidence and move towards independent living.

You will work full-time (38.5 hours per week) on a rolling rota, including weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults or young people who are homeless or at risk.
• Ability to work across shifts, weekends and bank holidays.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and updating support information.
• An understanding of the causes of homelessness and the challenges people may face when moving towards settled accommodation.
• Awareness of housing and welfare benefits systems.
• Ability to research and access information about local community resources.
• Knowledge of strengths-based or trauma-informed approaches to support.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, person-centred support to residents to address challenges and build stability.
• Help individuals build confidence, independence and move towards sustainable, independent living.
• Deliver practical day-to-day support and assist with accessing local services and resources.
• Build positive relationships and empower residents to achieve goals and progress.

Skills

Support vulnerable adults

Flexible shifts

Microsoft Word & Excel

Record keeping

Trauma-informed approach

Housing/welfare benefits knowledge

Research local resources

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Connection Support in Northampton is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our brand new Supported Accommodation Service. You will play a pivotal role in providing trauma-informed, person-centred support to adults experiencing homelessness, helping them build confidence and move towards independent living.

You will work full-time (38.5 hours per week) on a rolling rota, including weekends and bank holidays.