Support Worker
- Posted 22 August 2023
- Salary 22,000
- LocationSomerset
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Social Housing Recruitment
- ReferencePROF_43801
- Contact NameAbbie Carr
Job description
We are happy to be representing an amazing Charity, with multiple temporary Support Worker roles across Somerset
Currently, we have 3 different temporary roles (3-month ongoing contracts), across Minehead, Bridgewater and Taunton.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
Responsible for providing housing related support to 18 plus clients, within supported housing with a history of homelessness, substance misuse or complex needs
Helping clients to find move on accommodation and providing advice to help sustain their tenancies
Offering with welfare and benefits advice as well as giving support with general money management
Creating support plans and undertaking risk assessments
Signposting client queries to the appropriate external agency such as the Police, Probation Services, Social Services and Local Authorities
Encouraging clients to get involved with community activities and socialise with those around them
Assisting with tenancy management, low level anti-social behaviour complaints, rental arrears and more
Working hours:
20 - 37 hours per week (Part time or Full time available)
Monday - Friday 8am – 8pm (1 weekend in 4) – Rota basis
Hourly rate negotiable depending upon experience or permanant option with starting salary of £22,000 per annum
Please note - The successful candidate must have an enhanced DBS within 3 months or be on the update service!!!
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.
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