We are partnering with a Housing Association based in Buckinghamshire who pride themselves in their supportive, inclusive and responsive service. They are searching for a part-time Support Worker to join their team on a permanent basis.

This will be a part-time position working 22.5 hours per week, and offers flexible working hours and days.

This position offers an annual pro-rata’d salary of £15,210. The ideal candidate will have access to their own vehicle, and an Enhanced DBS dated within the last 12 months.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing attentive and tailored support to a caseload of 10 vulnerable service users within a homeless accommodation

• Offering one-to-one and group guidance sessions to encourage independent living and personal development

• Advising on welfare and benefits applications and income management to reduce the risk of rent arrears

• Forming detailed support plans and risk assessments to cater to service users’ individual needs

• Liaising with external agencies such as Police, Landlords, GP’s and Emergency Services

• Remaining calm and effectively mediating any stressful and complex situations

• Working alongside individuals with complex needs and offer opportunities for them to improve their quality of life, develop their skills and make decisions about their future

• Delivering practical housing related support through structured link work

Experience required:

• Providing front-line support to individuals with a range of complex needs – especially homelessness

• Conducting risk assessments – including health and safety and safeguarding checks

• Offering Housing related support and assisting with application processes

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Excellent communication

• Ability to mediate hostile situations

• Passion for making a difference in lives of others

• Providing Housing related advice and guidance

Rewards and Benefits:

• 33 days annual leave entitlement per annum - including Bank Holidays (pro-rata’d)

• Monthly Attendance bonus

• Blue Light Card discounts

• Life Assurance policy

• Employee Contribution pension scheme

• Mileage Coverage

• Long Service Awards

• Free 24-hour counselling service

• Eye care vouchers

• Registered Disability Confident and Mindful Employer

Working hours:

• 22.5 hours per week

• Flexible working hours and days: Monday – Friday, between 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

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Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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