Young Adult Housing Support Worker

BDS (Northern) Limited; Boston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional housing support agency in Boston is seeking Young Adult Housing Workers to assist vulnerable young adults in achieving independence. Responsibilities include supporting individuals, developing safety plans, and managing properties. The ideal candidate has experience in housing and working with vulnerable populations, holds an enhanced DBS, and has a valid driver's license. The role offers ongoing temporary employment with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in housing support.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate required.
• Full UK driving license and access to vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing support to vulnerable young adults.
• Create Safety Plans for service users.
• Visit allocated properties weekly and manage repairs.
• Develop effective move-on plans.

Skills

Housing experience

Working with vulnerable adults

Dealing with tenancy issues

Report writing

Job description

Overview

BDS are currently looking for a number of Young Adult Housing Workers to support vulnerable young adults, based in Boston.

Responsibilities

• To provide housing related support to young individuals with the aim of achieving a successful move-on and sole independence.
• Plan effective Support and Safety Plans for each service user.
• Updating Resident Record Database.
• Identify, report and manage all incidents of anti social behavior by any service user and record appropriately.
• Allocated properties are to be visited weekly to ensure that repairs are reported and followed up, and the properties are kept at the required standards.
• Develop effective move-on plan with service users.
• Maximize Rental Income where possible.

Requirements / Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have previous housing experience, including working with vulnerable adults as well as dealing with tenancy related issues.
• You will be required to have an enhanced DBS Certificate dated in the previous 12 months or on the updates service.
• Full UK driving license, access to your own vehicle and business insurance.
• 40 working hours, 35 hrs paid, 5 hours lunch unpaid.

Details

• Pay: £14.77 PAYE or £19.50 Umbrella
• Temp ongoing role initially