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Floating Support Worker - Kingston

Our social care client needs a Floating Support Worker to provide housing related support to vulnerable ex-homeless clients, to ensure they maintain their tenancy and get them ready for an independent lifestyle.

You will be supporting 20 clients across all South London boroughs, the frequency of how often you will need to visit each service user will depend on their level of need. This is a great opportunity to be out in the community supporting those who need your advice and guidance most!

The clients themselves have a variety of support needs ranging from low to high, all of which are ex-rough sleepers and have a variety of support needs including substance misuse, mental health issues, and low independence.

You will be helping them improve and obtain accommodation and gain the skills and knowledge they need to maintain a property and live an independent life.

You will need to demonstrate patience, perseverance, and motivation to really get the best out of your case load in this social care position.

• Oversee a case load of 20 low to high needs clients in private rented accommodation.
• Organise your week by booking appointments with each client.
• Write up the monthly and weekly reports using clear written communication.
• Help your clients with budgeting, advising around what they can afford and how to get the most out of their financial position.
• Help each client obtain and maintain their tenancy, reporting any damages, and help each client keep on top of their financial responsibilities.
• Oversee and maintain a positive relationship between your client and their landlord.
• Support clients emotionally.
• Empower your clients and encourage them to take up hobbies, attend appointments, and apply for work, education, or training.
• Encourage your client to engage with the community.
• Promote independence and teach life skills.