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We are looking for an administrator with a business focus, a keen eye for detail and an ability to manage a varied workload including rent account spreadsheets, regular correspondence, chasing background checks for accommodation applicants and checking that quality standards are being upheld. You will be joining our accommodation team, working closely with our Accommodation Manager to achieve set targets. You will have relevant experience and an ability to work accurately and at pace where needed, in a role with direct responsibility for young people finding and retaining a home with us. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and look forward to your application. HOURS OF WORK Five paid hours daily, Monday to Thursday, between 9am and 4pm (set hours to be decided by the successful candidate). Please note that this is an on site position, based in our Wood Street accommodation project, and is not currently available for remote / home working due to the nature of the work. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES - To administer supported accommodation rent collection records in accordance with YMCA Doncaster's policy. - To administer all applications for accommodation including addressing incomplete applications, obtaining references and risk information from external professionals, ensuring that all relevant information is recorded, and to schedule interviews. - To meet clients and applicants as necessary to discuss issues relating to applications, arrears, payment plans and similar landlord matters. - To issue warnings relating to payments and other landlord matters in accordance with procedures. - To maintain awareness of individual clients' benefit claims, due dates and sanctions. - To share information about allocations and/or throughput with the local authority and specified others as required. - To ensure that personal information is shared with applicants, clients and third parties only in accordance with the association's data protection arrangements. - To ensure compliance through record audits, and to deal with designated matters arising from audits including correction and instruction of staff at various levels. - To accurately collect and produce data relating to a range of performance indicators. - To provide regular financial and other reports as required. - To manage bookings for the Accommodation Manager's client assessment meetings as required. - To contribute to drawing together evidence relating to quality systems. - To develop and maintain appropriately professional relationships with members, users and with other staff, and to maintain absolute confidentiality at all times. - To represent senior staff and the Association positively in all relationships, both internal and external. - To work within the policies and procedures of YMCA Doncaster, and to contribute to their development. - Other reasonable duties as required from time to time by the Line Manager. PERSON SPECIFICATION - Experience of managing a varied workload effectively and efficiently without close line-management, including experience of working to a daily, weekly and monthly routine with scope for interruptions where necessary. - A business-like focus, prioritising maximising occupancy and rent collection. - Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy when inputting data and creating reports. - Able to be assertive and tenacious, and to use that ability on a daily basis. - Comfortable working with financial records, transactions and calculations. - Able to use Microsoft Word and Excel to a high standard. - Able to work within organisational procedures. - Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate well with colleagues, as well as customers or clients with complex needs and / or challenging behaviours. - Experience of maintaining confidentiality and appropriate relationships, and a clear understanding of the importance of those. - Able to work to the Vision and Values of YMCA Doncaster. - Able to represent the Association positively, professionally and with credibility.

Housing Administrator

Housing Support Worker We are recruiting for a full time position Salary Starts at £25,115, rises to £26,425 after 12 months and to £27,355 after 24 months (pro rata) Job Purpose To provide intensive housing management support to vulnerable individuals with the intention of delivering a high-quality support programme that promotes client independence; providing a successful and sustainable move on and other measurable outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and expanding supported accommodation project in Sheffield. Duties and responsibilities Housing Management <ul><li> Engage with referral agencies to generate referrals for the service</li><li> To undertake all appropriate assessments for all potential and actual residents and to review and update these as required.</li><li> To complete all documentation including tenure agreements, property inventory, disclosure forms and an application for housing benefit with residents to support and sustain a successful tenancy.</li><li> Maximise rent collection, ensuring successful housing and other welfare benefit claims are submitted and maintained</li></ul>Support <ul><li> Maintain contact with tenants in accordance with the requirements of the service.</li><li> Design and deliver an effective support plan that meets tenants needs and results in a successful move on into independent living.</li><li> Actively engage with tenants in issues and decisions that affect them.</li><li> Develop professional relationships with a range of external agencies that supports the on-going needs of tenants.</li><li> Develop a move-on plan for residents at the earliest opportunity, identifying realistic options for independent or more appropriate housing.</li></ul>Qualifications and Experience <ul><li> Experience of providing support to vulnerable people in a housing environment</li><li> Experience of working with individuals who have multiple and complex needs, in prison and on release</li><li> The ability to develop constructive relationships with offenders</li><li> Knowledge of the Welfare Benefits System</li><li> An understanding of the Judiciary System in the UK</li><li> Experience in risk assessment and support planning</li><li> Basic IT skills suitable for an office environment</li></ul>Essential Requirements - Enhanced DBS - A full UK driving licence and access to a road-worthy vehicle - The right to work in the UK There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development</li><li>Mileage Compensation</li><li>Membership to Westfield Health</li><li>Access to Lifetime Financial</li><li>28 days annual leave (plus statutory bank holidays), increasing to 33 after 5 years continuous employment</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Free Parking</li><li>Paid for Enhanced DBS check</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li></ul>Don't meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box but we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you can do most of what we're looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Diversity &amp; Inclusion Ambassadors who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. Get in touch If you have any questions about the role, please get in touch with <a href="mailto:Katie.machin@targethousing.org.uk" target="_blank">Katie.machin@targethousing.org.uk</a> We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible! Closing Date: Friday 8th November 2024

Housing Support Worker

Barnsley AST based in Rotherham Support Worker Salary: Starting salary £25,115, rising to £26,425 after 12 months and rising to £27,355 after a further 12 months. Pro rata Barnsley AST based from the Rotherham office. Main Purpose To provide high quality housing and support services to residents in order to assist them to sustain their tenancies. Specific tasks <ul><li> Assist residents when moving in, or out of Target accommodation. </li></ul><ul><li> Assess the circumstances, aspirations and needs of each resident in order to make a support plan that is relevant to the resident and realistic in its achievement.</li></ul><ul><li> Act as residents' keyworker offering advice and support to negotiated and agreed support planning to enable them to develop their skills for independent living.</li></ul><ul><li> Assist residents to maximise their income and to manage their personal budgets.</li></ul><ul><li> Support residents to understand their rights and responsibilities under their occupancy agreements.</li></ul><ul><li> Support and motivation to residents encouraging them to achieve personal goals.</li></ul><ul><li> Carry out regular resident risk assessment and ensure it is properly recorded and copied to relevant officers in the organisation.</li></ul><ul><li> Review support plans periodically and adapt them according to changing needs</li></ul><ul><li> Make sure residents pay the rent due to Target Housing as required by the occupancy agreement. Assist residents with their benefit claims where necessary.</li></ul><ul><li> Monitor residents' handling of Target Housing property and consumption of gas &amp; electricity.</li></ul><ul><li> Monitor residents' compliance with their occupancy agreements. Inform Service Manager who will then act to resolve non-compliance issues.</li></ul><ul><li> Monitor occupancy to ensure that properties have not been abandoned or damaged and take prompt action when it happens to avoid unnecessary costs to TH.</li><li> Where appropriate, help residents with budgeting. Negotiate with other bodies on behalf of the resident on the repayment of arrears such as rent owed to the Local Authority Housing Department.</li><li> Liaise with the Probation Service and any other appropriate bodies to ensure that all are aware of relevant information.</li><li> Enable and support the service user to deal with conflict and disputes amongst service users and between service users and neighbours.</li></ul><ul><li> Assist in the delivery and development of resident activities.</li></ul><ul><li> Keep all prescribed records in order that the value of the tenant support service can be audited and comply with confidentiality policy.</li></ul><ul><li> Build links with external organisations, to maintain constructive working relations and to ensure resident's needs are met.</li></ul><ul><li> Participate in office duty arrangements.</li></ul><ul><li> Provide cover for absent Housing Support Assistants &amp; Supported Housing Assistant.</li></ul><ul><li> Accompany a colleague to an appointment or visit where dual attendance is required.</li></ul>General tasks <ul><li> Attend and participate in training sessions or activities as required.</li></ul><ul><li> Participate in team meetings and supervision as required,</li></ul><ul><li> Perform other such duties as may be required to further the aims of Target Housing within the Health and Safety requirements.</li></ul><ul><li> Adhere to all of Target Housing's policies and procedures in particular our Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Health and Safety policies.</li></ul><ul><li> Carry out other such duties as directed by senior managers as appropriate to the aims of Target Housing.</li></ul>Person specifications <ul><li>Understanding of services provided to vulnerable groups</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering supported housing services. </li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering services to residents in housing and supported accommodation</li></ul><ul><li>Basic knowledge of Welfare Benefits System. </li></ul><ul><li>An understanding of risk assessments and support planning</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of the Judiciary System in the UK</li></ul>Competencies Customer Focus (Critical) Integrity (Critical) Team Working (Critical) Confidence &amp; Judgment (Very Important) Communication and Influence (Very Important) Planning &amp; Organising (Important) Technical (Important) Closing date 11/11/2024 Target welcomes applications from all members of the community. Target reserves the right to close this role earlier than stated should the number of applications suffice.

Housing Support Worker (Barnsley)

Support Worker Salary: (full time) Starting salary £25,115, rising to £26,425 after 12 months and rising to £27,355 after a further 12 months. Pro rata Main Purpose To provide high quality housing and support services to residents in order to assist them to sustain their tenancies. Specific tasks <ul><li> Assist residents when moving in, or out of Target accommodation. </li></ul><ul><li> Assess the circumstances, aspirations and needs of each resident in order to make a support plan that is relevant to the resident and realistic in its achievement.</li></ul><ul><li> Act as residents' keyworker offering advice and support to negotiated and agreed support planning to enable them to develop their skills for independent living.</li></ul><ul><li> Assist residents to maximise their income and to manage their personal budgets.</li></ul><ul><li> Support residents to understand their rights and responsibilities under their occupancy agreements.</li></ul><ul><li> Support and motivation to residents encouraging them to achieve personal goals.</li></ul><ul><li> Carry out regular resident risk assessment and ensure it is properly recorded and copied to relevant officers in the organisation.</li></ul><ul><li> Review support plans periodically and adapt them according to changing needs</li></ul><ul><li> Make sure residents pay the rent due to Target Housing as required by the occupancy agreement. Assist residents with their benefit claims where necessary.</li></ul><ul><li> Monitor residents' handling of Target Housing property and consumption of gas &amp; electricity.</li></ul><ul><li> Monitor residents' compliance with their occupancy agreements. Inform Service Manager who will then act to resolve non-compliance issues.</li></ul><ul><li> Monitor occupancy to ensure that properties have not been abandoned or damaged and take prompt action when it happens to avoid unnecessary costs to TH.</li><li> Where appropriate, help residents with budgeting. Negotiate with other bodies on behalf of the resident on the repayment of arrears such as rent owed to the Local Authority Housing Department.</li><li> Liaise with the Probation Service and any other appropriate bodies to ensure that all are aware of relevant information.</li><li> Enable and support the service user to deal with conflict and disputes amongst service users and between service users and neighbours.</li></ul><ul><li> Assist in the delivery and development of resident activities.</li></ul><ul><li> Keep all prescribed records in order that the value of the tenant support service can be audited and comply with confidentiality policy.</li></ul><ul><li> Build links with external organisations, to maintain constructive working relations and to ensure resident's needs are met.</li></ul><ul><li> Participate in office duty arrangements.</li></ul><ul><li> Provide cover for absent Housing Support Assistants &amp; Supported Housing Assistant.</li></ul><ul><li> Accompany a colleague to an appointment or visit where dual attendance is required.</li></ul>General tasks <ul><li> Attend and participate in training sessions or activities as required.</li></ul><ul><li> Participate in team meetings and supervision as required,</li></ul><ul><li> Perform other such duties as may be required to further the aims of Target Housing within the Health and Safety requirements.</li></ul><ul><li> Adhere to all of Target Housing's policies and procedures in particular our Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Health and Safety policies.</li></ul><ul><li> Carry out other such duties as directed by senior managers as appropriate to the aims of Target Housing.</li></ul>Person specifications <ul><li>Understanding of services provided to vulnerable groups</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering supported housing services. </li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering services to residents in housing and supported accommodation</li></ul><ul><li>Basic knowledge of Welfare Benefits System. </li></ul><ul><li>An understanding of risk assessments and support planning</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of the Judiciary System in the UK</li></ul>Competencies Customer Focus (Critical) Integrity (Critical) Team Working (Critical) Confidence &amp; Judgment (Very Important) Communication and Influence (Very Important) Planning &amp; Organising (Important) Technical (Important) Closing date 11/11/2024 Target welcomes applications from all members of the community. Target reserves the right to close this role earlier than stated should the number of applications suffice.

Vacancy Name Homeless Outreach Worker Vacancy No VN4301 Employment Type Full-Time Hours Per Week 37.50 Work Pattern Monday to Friday Location Portland House Location Region Yorkshire and Humber Location City Sheffield Location Postal Code S3 8UG Interview Date 05 Dec 2024 Job Details Rough Sleeper/Homeless Outreach Worker About the role... We have an exciting and varied role available as a Rough Sleeper/Homeless Outreach Worker who will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within Likewise! This role will provide outreach to people who use substances and present as homeless, whilst working in partnership with a variety of agencies to support people into treatment and accommodation. The role will ensure that we are able to provide specialist, tailored support to enable service users to overcome barriers and make positive changes. The role will require you to utilise resources to be able to reach and engage those most marginalised within the community. <ul><li>You will have an empathic approach to working with individuals and a great understanding of the needs and barriers of the client group.</li><li>You will take a client centred approach, ensuring that every client's package of care encompasses all areas of their well-being, not just their substance use, to achieve the best possible outcomes for every person. </li><li>You will ensure that clients are supported to appointments, are building recovery capital and are aware of the support services across the city whilst working in a multi-disciplinary team to co-ordinate care and end the homelessness cycle</li></ul>To see a video on what the role may look like, please watch the following: <a href="https://youtu.be/TT6Nw-Ws2s4?si=eBFvRBpPxdVubXRs" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/TT6Nw-Ws2s4?si=eBFvRBpPxdVubXRs</a> To view the job description/person specification for this role, please click here. - Please be advised, if you are viewing this role on Indeed, the link to the job description will not work. Please click the 'Apply via Company Website' button to be redirected to our careers page, where you will be able to view the job description in full. Who are we... Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have almost 200 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people. Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it'll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That's why you will notice the jobs here are still branded 'Humankind'. Next year we'll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate. Thanks for bearing with us - and don't forget to check out the Waythrough jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site <a href="https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers" target="_blank">https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers</a>. What can waythrough can offer you... 🏖 Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years' service) 📅 Annual leave purchase scheme 💰 Enhanced occupational sick pay Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension 👪 Death in service benefit Free Will writing 👓 Eyecare vouchers 🛍 Blue light card discount 💡 Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses 🏠 Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies 🏃 Happy, Healthy You! - our wellbeing offers for our workforce 🤝 Employee Assist Programme and Humankind Support Networks Waythrough is an equal opportunities employer We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use. If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at <a href="mailto:people.recruitment@waythroughcharity.org.uk" target="_blank">people.recruitment@waythroughcharity.org.uk</a> Salary Period Per Annum Vacancy Salary Range £24,020 - £30,790 DBS Requirement Enhanced Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable Driving licence required for role? Yes Applications Close Date 28 Nov 2024

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