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The Vacancy WPS is expanding its domestic retrofit programme across the North West, and we're looking for a passionate and proactive Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to join our Planned Division. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team delivering meaningful change to communities through energy efficiency upgrades. About the Role As an RLO, you'll be the key point of contact between residents and our delivery teams, ensuring smooth communication and minimal disruption during retrofit works. You'll support projects that aim to create warmer, healthier homes while helping residents reduce fuel bills and carbon emissions. Scope of Works Includes: <ul> <li>Insulation and ventilation upgrades</li> <li>Window and door replacements</li> <li>Installation of renewable technologies (Solar PV, Air Source Heat Pumps)</li></ul>Why Join Us? Now is a brilliant time to become part of WPS. Your work will directly contribute to: <ul> <li>Improving living conditions for households in Liverpool</li> <li>Supporting the UK's net-zero goals</li> <li>Building trust and engagement within local communities</li></ul>What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Experience in customer-facing roles, ideally within housing or construction</li> <li>Ability to manage resident expectations and resolve issues sensitively</li> <li>Organised, empathetic, and solution-focused</li></ul>Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background. Awards BEST PROJECT Inside Housing Development Awards WINNER 2022 Construction News Awards Winner GOLD AWARD Investors in People 2022 GOLD AWARD Considerate Constructors Schemes (CCS) National Site Awards TOP 50 EMPLOYERS 2022 Top 50 Employers for Women WINNER 2022 Working Families Best Practice Awards

Resident Liaison Officer

Job Description Job Title: Homeless Prevention &amp; Resettlement Worker Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £26,549.63 (£27,722.51 is achieved after 18 months successful performance in the role) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Location: Liverpool If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description. The difference you will make as Homeless Prevention &amp; Resettlement Worker In this role you will be required to work in the community and visit customers in their own homes. Support vulnerable adults, families and young people (from 16years) to prevent them losing their accommodation as the customers you work with will be facing challenges and may be at risk of becoming homeless. Ideally in this role you will resettlement support to those moving into independent living from either commissioned temporary accommodation services and/or those placed in emergency temporary accommodation by Housing Options Service About you We are looking for someone with: • Knowledge of Psychological or Trauma Informed approaches to support • An understanding of the barriers faced by vulnerable and diverse customer groups and individuals with complex needs. • An understanding of the current UK Benefit System and working knowledge of Universal Credit • Team player with a caring, empathetic, flexible and have a resilient, can-do attitude. • Excellent time management and communication skills • The ability to demonstrate initiative and the confidence to make and act on decisions. • Competent administrative and IT skills and ability to produce reports and other communications. Why Riverside? At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. Working with us, you'll enjoy: <ul> <li>Competitive pay &amp; generous pension </li> <li>28 days holidays plus bank holidays</li> <li>Flexible working options available</li> <li>Investment in your learning, personal development and technology</li> <li>A wide range of benefits</li></ul>Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside: We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered. Role Profile Job purpose To work collaboratively as part of a committed team to deliver an outstanding service and a range of personalised support that puts customers first, empowering them to achieve their goals and aspirations. You will be required to work in the community and visit customers in their own homes. Support vulnerable adults, families and young people (from 16years) to prevent them losing their accommodation as the customers you work with will be facing challenges and may be at risk of becoming homeless. Resettlement support to those moving into independent living from either commissioned temporary accommodation services and/or those placed in emergency temporary accommodation by Housing Options Service. Role requires you to: Support Customers Use psychologically informed approaches and Trauma Informed Care principles - supporting customers to develop new ways of thinking and make steps towards independence, by: • Co-producing bespoke support plans that enable customers to sustain their own tenancies, involving key stakeholders (e.g. family/other support providers) where appropriate. • Leading on the organisation and delivery of scheduled reviews of support and risk plans or following an incident/significant change in a customer's circumstances as per contract specification. • Support customers at the start of tenancy commencement to understand their tenancy, manage rent payments, help to organise utilities and bills. • Engaging customers to meet agreed outcomes and develop independent living skills using motivational techniques. • Assisting customers with day-to-day support and tenancy-related matters. • Identifying and promoting opportunities for employment, education and training and supporting customers to remove barriers to accessing these opportunities working alongside colleagues in the team. • Supporting customers who may be living in temporary accommodation to be 'tenancy ready' enabling successful move on and tenancy sustainment. • Signposting customers to appropriate external support services, including interventions such as food banks and other community resources. • Supporting customers to maintain financial independence through budgeting plans and maximising income. • Assisting customers with signposting for specific debt advice, financial statements and negotiating with third parties where necessary. • Supporting and monitoring customers' healthcare needs, proactively encouraging appropriate contact with healthcare professionals. • Ensuring the safety of our customers by following local safeguarding procedures, recognizing and acting on any significant risk, and escalating appropriately. • Recording and updating clear, factual and accurate strengths-based customer information on the local or appropriate digital platform. • Deliver a non-judgmental and inclusive service which treats customers with dignity, respecting gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental health ability, religion, culture, social background and lifestyle choice. Service Delivery: • Work in partnership with local authority, social and private rented housing to identify suitable accommodation for customers who are living in temporary accommodation or at risk of homelessness too set up and maintain a tenancy either virtual or face to face support • Carrying out housing support assessments for vulnerable customers and ensuring they are linked into relevant support and health services as indicated by assessment. • Provide initial tenancy related support, advice and assistance directly to tenants as required, to prevent escalation of issues and sustain the tenancy. • Provide practical interventions during the transition to settled accommodation to ensure that customers have access to furniture, including applying for appropriate grants. • Meet Key Performance targets as outlined in the contract specification, alongside KPIs set by Riverside • Support the collation of statistical information for the service. • Advise and advocate on behalf of the customers. • Develop and maintain local partnerships to provide a holistic range of support for customers, liaising with them to facilitate access to support. • Record and update clear, factual, accurate, strengths-based customer and statistical information on the local or appropriate digital platform. You will be required to: • Work flexible hours to meet customer and business needs, which may not include normal office hours. • Travel to customers' homes within an identified geographical area. • Use the Lone Worker system as and when necessary. • Ensure customers are safe at all times - carrying out all of your duties within Riverside's Policy and Procedure framework e.g. health &amp; safety, safeguarding, dignity at work, GDPR, cash handling, etc. • Deliver your role in line with the Riverside company values - "Our Riverside Way". • Participate in team meetings, regular supervisions and reflective practice sessions. • Undertake regular training and take responsibility for your own continuous development to enable you to deliver your role safely. • From time to time you may be required to undertake additional duties and responsibilities in consultation with your Line Manager Person specification Essential: • Knowledge of Psychological or Trauma Informed approaches to support • An understanding of the barriers faced by vulnerable and diverse customer groups and individuals with complex needs. • An understanding of the current UK Benefit System and working knowledge of Universal Credit • Team player with a caring, empathetic, flexible and have a resilient, can-do attitude. • Excellent time management and communication skills • The ability to demonstrate initiative and the confidence to make and act on decisions. • Competent administrative and IT skills and ability to produce reports and other communications. Desirable: • Experience of working in challenging environments with the ability to plan, prioritise and organise tasks to achieve results. • Knowledge of current benefit systems. • Experience of working in a care and support environment. About Us Riverside is one of the UK's leading not-for-profit social housing and regeneration organisations, owning or managing around 75,000 homes from Irvine to Kent. We are a leading provider of supported housing services, particularly for those affected by homelessness, and our track record of transforming lives and revitalising neighbourhoods dates back over 90 years. We have plans to build over 15,000 affordable homes over the next decade. Our Values and Behaviours Creating an Inclusive Environment

Homeless Prevention & Resettlement Worker

Overview Believe in People? The best people have one thing in common. They care. At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options. Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold, our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest. Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our Liverpool service? If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant team. We have an exciting opportunity for 4 Recovery Coordinators to join our team who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. Location: Liverpool - Anfield hub Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday) Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience, (based on full time working hours, pro rata for part time hours) * Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the Role: <ul><li>Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.</li><li>Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by substance use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.</li><li>Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.</li><li>Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.</li><li>Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.</li><li>Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.</li><li>Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.</li></ul>About You: <ul><li>Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by substance use.</li><li>Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.</li><li>Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.</li><li>Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.</li><li>Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.</li><li>Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.</li><li>A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Participation in a contributory pension scheme.</li><li>A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A warm and supportive team environment.</li><li>Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme.</li></ul>Please reflect the attached Job Description and Person Specifications in your application. Direct applications only - we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 30/9/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Louise Dolan | <a href="mailto:Louise.Dolan@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">Louise.Dolan@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

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