Details:
- Salary: £13.70 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: HX1 Ovenden Calderdale
- Date: 17 hours ago
Description:
Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Housing Support Worker to join Calderdale Council on an initial 3 month temporary contract with a view to extend. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities
* Support individuals and families moving from temporary accommodation into suitable, long-term housing.
* Assist clients in accessing supported accommodation, social housing and private rented properties.
* Identify clients' support needs and help ensure appropriate ongoing support is in place.
* Work with vulnerable individuals and families experiencing issues including mental and physical health difficulties, substance misuse, financial problems and domestic abuse.
* Provide guidance and support around housing options and welfare benefits.
* Help clients overcome barriers to securing and maintaining accommodation.
* Identify safeguarding concerns and take appropriate action to protect vulnerable adults and children.
* Work collaboratively with relevant agencies and support services to achieve positive outcomes.
* Conduct visits to clients across the borough, working independently and safely.
Requirements
* Experience supporting vulnerable individuals and families.
* Knowledge of housing-related issues and the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
* Understanding of welfare benefits and the support available to clients.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you