Job Title: Support Worker- Supported/ Emergency Housing Service - Leicester Area - Leicester LE2 Area
Immediate Start - Permanent Position
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have experience working with individuals facing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance misuse issues? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.
Company Overview:
Join our dedicated team in the heart of Leicester (LE2 area/ or other areas within Leicestershire if required) that provides short-term and long-term accommodation for homeless individuals. We are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for our residents, helping them rebuild their lives and access the support they need.
Roles and Duties:
As a Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting Individuals: Providing guidance and assistance to residents with various aspects of their lives, including attending GP appointments, navigating benefit systems, and submitting housing applications.
- Promoting Wellbeing: Fostering a culture of mental and physical wellbeing by offering emotional support to residents in need.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Being flexible and adaptable to meet the evolving needs of the residents and the service.
- Cleaning: In addition to the support duties, this role will also involve cleaning responsibilities to maintain a clean and hygienic environment for the residents.
- Experience: Utilising your experience and empathy to work effectively with individuals who may be experiencing mental health challenges and substance misuse issues.
Requirements:
To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and skills:
- Experience in working with individuals facing mental health challenges and substance misuse.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and rapport with residents.
- Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental attitude to support residents on their journey.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in basic IT skills.
- Capacity to effectively liaise with professionals and other agencies to provide comprehensive support to residents.
-A clear DBS Check is a prerequisite for this job
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and help those in need, we encourage you to apply for this position. Your dedication can play a crucial role in positively transforming lives within our community.
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected] or click the "Apply Now" button below.
Note: All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference. Apply today!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.50-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Work days:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends only
Experience:
- similar: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- DBS (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: AHS001
