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Job summary Please note that you must have some lived experience of being homeless. Please note that possessing an active UK Driving Licence and the means to drive is required for this role. The role of Peer Support Worker has been developed to specifically utilise the skills of people who have lived experience of having received Secondary Care Mental Health services. Through sharing wisdom from their own experiences, Peer Support Workers will inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible in others. The role requires occasional street outreach to people rough sleeping, alongside the Council housing outreach teams. This sometimes involves significant walking, working in inclement weather, and often in challenging environments and some limited out of hours working (6am start) on a rota basis. Applicants must be prepared to undertake required duties as part of the HMHS. To offer support and guidance to Service users experiencing mental health problems impacting on their life and well being. To offer companionship, understanding and establishing a caring, professional relationship to improve individuals socialisation and psychological resilience for those service users with a chronic illness or those needing support in recovery. Operating from various locations and some home working. The core working pattern is Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. Work may dictate some occasional out of hours working (enhancements paid). Main duties of the job The successful candidate will offer support and guidance to Service users experiencing mental health problems impacting on their life and well being,offeringcompanionship, understanding and establishing a caring, professional relationship to improve individuals socialisation and psychological resilience for those service users with a chronic illness or those needing support in recovery. The team is an active partner within the wider multi-agency statutory &amp; voluntary sector homeless services within Leicester City, and as such the successful applicant would be expected to help facilitate this partnership, as well as assisting to develop the service and similar partnerships across the wider counties of Leicestershire &amp; Rutland. Going forward as the service develops across the wider counties of Leicestershire &amp; Rutland the work will involve some working in County districts which will be developed around existing staff locations. In addition to <ul> <li>Establishing supportive, positive and respectful relationships with all people you come in contact with.</li> <li>Providingpeer support, maintaining professional boundaries.</li> <li>Helping people identify recovery goals themselves.</li> <li>Supporting service users to identify and overcome fears within a relationship of empathy and trust.</li> <li>Undertakingappropriate administrative duties for delivering effective and timely care, including updating patient records.</li></ul>About us We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.About UsLeicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents.We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview. Job description Job responsibilities If you have liked what you have read and would like to know more, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Job description Job responsibilities If you have liked what you have read and would like to know more, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>If you have liked what you have read and would like to know more, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>If you have liked what you have read and would like to know more, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.</li> </ul>Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>If you have liked what you have read and would like to know more, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>If you have liked what you have read and would like to know more, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.</li> </ul>Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust Address OSL House,East Link, Meridian Business Park Leicester,LE19 1XU Leicester Leicestershire LE19 1XU Employer's website

Peer Support Worker - Homeless Team

Job description Permanent, Part Time 22.5 hours per week. Location: Based at B Bond, travel required to hold child in care reviews. You must be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England to apply for this post. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an established and supportive team as an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) in our Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service. We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and experienced social worker who is passionate about the wellbeing of our vulnerable children to join a well-established team of IROs. You will be responsible for overseeing and quality assuring the care planning and review process for children and young people in the care of the Local Authority. You will chair regular child in care reviews and monitor progress to ensure that care plans promote the best interests of the child, that their wishes and feelings are taken into account and that plans are progressed without delay. You will build good working relationships with the Local Authority social work teams as well as with CAFCASS and will challenge swiftly and effectively, when required, to achieve positive outcomes for children. You will demonstrate an ability to communicate with children and young people and their parents and have good inter-personal and written communication skills. You will need substantial experience in statutory social work with children and families, including management experience and must be registered with Social Work England. This post requires flexible working and an ability to manage and prioritise your own workload, in return you can expect to be part of a stable and supportive team, receive regular reflective supervision and have access to training and development opportunities. Please note this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career. Interviews will take place week 10th February 2025. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ruth Lucas, Senior Independent Reviewing Officer Manager at <a href="mailto:ruth.lucas@bristol.gov.uk" target="_blank">ruth.lucas@bristol.gov.uk</a> and we can arrange a phone call. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young people, Black and racially minoritised , Disabled, LGBTQ+ and Male candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.

Independent Reviewing Officer

Job Introduction Passionate about helping vulnerable people and possessing housing management experience? We need you! Our Sheltered Accommodation housing delivers homes for thousands of people who face challenges in today's housing climate. Our residents include older people, people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health needs as well as people who have experienced homelessness. We strive to ensure that, regardless of need, our residents can lead their lives at home with dignity, in safety and in control. What you'll do Notting Hill Genesis, one of London's largest housing associations are now recruiting for two frontline Supported Housing Officers, with part-time and full-time opportunities available: <ul><li>Part-time, 28 hours per week at Bramley Gardens, W11</li><li>Full-time, 35 hours per week at Park Court, W6.</li></ul>As the principal housing contact for supported housing residents, the Supported Housing Officer will deliver housing management. We know that having a safe, secure home is fundamental to everyone's wellbeing. Your role will often include working in partnership with other agencies and advocating for residents, as well as setting clear expectations with residents, so they consistently have the information and assistance to sustain their tenancies. How you'll do it You will be personally committed to delivering the highest quality housing management services. You will ensure that our homes are well-managed, with minimised voids, maximised income, and above all offer positive environments for our residents. This is a challenging and rewarding role. You will be adept at-risk management, have good judgement, strong interpersonal skills and a passion for excellent customer service. To apply for this role, you will need to provide your CV and supporting statement. Please note a supporting statement is not a cover letter. You will need to address the behaviours and essential criteria listed on the role profile and provide examples of how you demonstrate these skills. Please see the Role Profile for further details. We are looking for examples of the following to be addressed in your statement: <ul><li>Experience of working in a similar setting, providing housing management for vulnerable or older individuals</li><li>How you have dealt with challenging situations for the benefit of a resident</li><li>Why you are the ideal candidate for this role</li></ul>This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Therefore, an enhanced check will be requested in the event of you being offered the position as part of our pre-employment checking process. What's in it for you? Once you join us, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow within our organisation. You'll also have access to a wide range of learning opportunities to help you achieve and maximise your potential. Benefits include: <ul><li>Excellent annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities (qualifying period may apply) </li><li>Generous pension scheme </li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay in addition to statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply) </li><li>Employee assistance - free confidential advice and counselling services provided by independent specialist organisations. </li><li>Health cash plan </li><li>Staff discounts - we give our staff access to discounts at hundreds of major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment, days out, insurance, and much more. </li><li>Interest free loans - season ticket loan, tenancy deposit loan, and training loan </li><li>Cycle to work scheme. </li><li>Life Assurance x 4 annual salary</li></ul>All about us Notting Hill Genesis is a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable homes for Londoners and it is now one of the largest housing associations in London. We are both a landlord and a developer, with more than 60,000 existing homes and 10,000 more in our pipeline and we employ around 1,500 staff. For more information on what we do and what makes us different please visit: <a href="https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/" target="_blank">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/</a> We welcome applications from everyone. We actively monitor the diversity of our workforce and strive to show equal representation throughout all levels of the organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident employer amongst other diversity commitments. To find out more about our approach to equality, diversity and inclusion please visit: <a href="https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/" target="_blank">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/</a> Selection Process Step 1: If you are interested, please send your CV and supporting statement now! Closing date is 31 January 2025. Step 2: Successful candidates will be asked to do an assessment Step 3: Successful candidates will be invited to interview Please apply for this role online. If you are not able to apply online or if you have any reasonable adjustment requirements arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our hiring team via <a href="mailto:jobs@nhg.org.uk" target="_blank">jobs@nhg.org.uk</a>. Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others. NHG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, so we advise you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity. Attached documents <ul> <li> Supported housing officer - Role Profile.pdf </li> <li> values and behaviours (1).pdf </li> </ul>

Supported Housing Officer

Vacancy Name Housing Support Coordinator Vacancy No VN4788 Employment Type Permanent Hours Per Week 37.00 Work Pattern Monday to Friday Location Houndgate Location Region North East Location City Darlington Location Postal Code DL1 5RF Interview Date 06 Feb 2025 Job Details About The Role. As a Support Coordinator with Darlington Support For All you will have the opportunity to support clients around their housing needs, this includes: Applying for housing, multi-agency working, signposting, setting up gas and electricity, completing risk assessments and more. This role is based in Darlington and involves supporting clients from Darlington through drop-in appointments as well as managing your own caseload. Appointments take place within the office and in their accommodation during outreach support. At Waythrough, we believe in providing comprehensive training to ensure that our team members have the skills and knowledge necessary to fulfil their roles. So, if you have a passion for making a positive impact on people's lives but lack some of the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply. Key duties.. As part of our integrated team, you will..<ul><li>Support clients to live independently in their own accommodation and progressing towards sustained independent housing.</li><li>Manage a caseload of service users as allocated by the Team Manager and complete high quality and comprehensive needs assessments and risk assessments for those service users. </li></ul>'The salary advertised above demonstrates the full earning potential nationally for this role, the role salary will be £24,020.' Please read the full Job Description and Person Specification prior to applying for this position. For full person specifications and job details, please visit this link. 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. 'The salary advertised above demonstrates the full earning potential for this role, starting salaries will allow for pay progression within the pay band' 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 (formerly Humankind) 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 benefitFree 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 Waythrough Support Networks Waythrough (formerly Humankind) 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@waythrough.org.uk" target="_blank">people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk</a> Salary Period Vacancy Salary Range 24,020-30,790 DBS Requirement Enhanced Adult Barred Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable Driving licence required for role? Yes Applications Close Date 28 Feb 2025

Housing Support Coordinator

Do you have experience supporting vulnerable people and those with complex needs? Happy to travel to various homes across South Gloucestershire? Want to have an earning potential of up to £30,000 a year? We may have just the role for you... Come and join a Charity focused on people rather than profit. We are looking for a Support Worker who shares our purpose, to join our expanding Independent Living Services Team where we house and support young people 16+ under Local Authority Care across South Gloucestershire. We have properties in predominately Bristol and Yate, and we need people who are flexible to work from any of these locations. We are looking for someone to work Full-time (40 hours per week) on a rota basis. We need people who are flexible to work varying shifts including mornings, evenings and alternate weekends. We provide bespoke support packages to suit a broad range of young people ranging from 24/7 to a few hours per week. Our focus is to provide the highest quality of support in line with Ofsted Standards. We aim to enhance individuals' independence skills, empowering them to advance their aspirations with greater confidence and capability. Why should you consider this opportunity? <ul><li>Work within a fun, established and very supportive team.</li><li>Management support from a very well established and tight knit senior management team with decades of experience.</li><li>Career growth, join a service which has grown in the last 5 years from a few properties to 20+ across 5 counties.</li></ul>You'll Re-enforce, positive support being delivered and establish the same standards in new placements. Provide a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to empower young people in improving independent living skills. Safeguard them from any potential danger, harm, or abuse. Accurately document notes on our computer system and ensure seamless communication with support staff for effective handovers. Have a Resilient nature, with the ability to keep a positive mindset even when times get tough. While the role may present challenges, the rewards of witnessing the positive impact of your guidance and support on these young lives are truly extraordinary. To excel in this position, you'll need to be flexible, patient, resilient, and professional, approaching your duties with a calm and caring demeanour. About Us Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach, caring deeply about the individuals and families we serve. Our supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon. Why join us? <ul><li>25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and option to purchase more^</li><li>Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution)</li><li>Enhanced sick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay)</li><li>Life Assurance cover(3 times your annual salary in the event of your death)</li><li>Free subscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts</li><li>Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.</li><li>Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.</li><li>Option to join various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health &amp; Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.</li><li>In-house Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.</li><li>We make an Impact, check our latest report <a href="https://impact.ccp.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://impact.ccp.org.uk/</a></li></ul>(Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers) Are Your Values Aligned with Ours? We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values: Show gratitude and appreciation of others. Demonstrate personal and professional Pride. Integrity is everything. Reflect and learn. Continuous Improvement. Take your best self wherever you go. How to Apply If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP. Application Information: Position: Support Worker (Job ID 922) Hours: Full-time is 40 hours a week. Shifts are on a rota basis including some weekends and Sleep shifts. Contract: Permanent Location: Various locations across South Gloucestershire, mostly Bristol and Yate. Pay: £25,387 per year. Plus an additional £8,320 per year if completing two sleep in shifts a week (£80 Sleep per sleep shift). Bank is £12.50 per hour, plus holiday pay accrual Closing Date: 11:59pm 6th February 2025 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed. CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure &amp; Barring Services, paid for by CCP. Please review the attached job attachments for further insights. ^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing additional holidays is capped at 5 per year. ^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering business use. INDMP

Support Worker - Independent Living Services

Job description Post Ref: CC178 Calderdale Council, are pleased to offer the opportunity to undertake the role of Independent Living Officer (ILO) within the Reablement Team. The role has been redesigned and regraded to encourage people who are thinking about a career in Health and Social Care, combining elements of Occupational Therapy, modern approaches to community rehabilitation, reablement and the innovative use of Assistive Technology to support impendence and community inclusion. These roles have been regraded to reflect the new approaches we are developing and can be the first step in a rewarding career, covering a variety of professional roles in health and local government. If you are at the beginning of your career and exploring different options before you make the decision about your future, or if you have the life experience, thinking about a career change and willing to learn new skills that will take you into areas of work you didn't know existed, please contact us for a further conversation. The new team will need to be highly professional, committed to continuous improvement, outcome driven, quality focused with the prospect of future career opportunities? We embrace innovation and encourage performance. We are keen to recruit Independent Living Officers with shared values and behaviours that remain at the heart of everything we do. The reablement team consists of a range of health and social care professionals and supports a Home First pathway and aims to: • Provide reablement to people in their own homes - including assessment and provision of equipment, aids and adaptations, assistive technology. • Reduce preventable admissions to hospital. • Reduce length of stays in hospital by supporting safe and timely discharges using a Home First model. • Provide a person-centred approach to optimise independence and confidence, enable recovery and prevent a decline in functional ability. • Undertake assessment for longer term care for those requiring on-going support. The role of ILO will be to support people to live as independently as possible through engagement, assessment and provision of equipment and aids to support independent living. You will assess, provide and install aids, equipment, adaptations, personal care, medicines management, rehabilitation exercises and support for carers to meet identified needs to support people to live safely at home and maximise independence. Closing Date: 12th February 2025 Interview Date: 18th Feb 2025 As part of our Vision (<a href="https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/" target="_blank">https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/</a>) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a varie-ty of flexible working / job share opportunities. On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change. Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised be-fore being seen by the selection panel. For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub | Calderdale Council We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, an early submission is advised.

Independent Living Officer (Reablement Service)

Independent Living Housing Officer - 6 month fixed term contract Location: Somerset Salary: £31,058 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: Wednesday 29 January 2025 We have an interesting opportunity for an Independent Living Housing Officer to join the team for a 6 month fixed term contract. You'll be working in our Somerset region, which is a lovely area to work in. As a Housing Officer you'll be providing housing management services to customers living within our independent housing properties, taking a holistic approach, ensuring an enhanced service is offered. Our aim is to enable our customers to live as independently as possible in their homes, ensuring that additional support is put into place when needed. You'll be present in the community meeting customers in their homes and will be a dedicated point of contact. You'll have the ability to adapt your day to suit change in demands and won't be phased by a busy workload. You may also find yourself, arranging scheme meetings, facilitating social inclusion activities and completing health and safety risk assessments, so no two days will be the same. About you You will come to the role with knowledge of the housing sector and current housing issues. Alongside a strong understanding of the needs of older, disabled and vulnerable customers and the services that can be accessed for them. You will be a natural problem solver, a 'can do' person, always keen to see a task through to the end. You'll also consider yourself to be very organised, a strong record keeper and someone who is able to meet deadlines. You will be a great communicator, able to adapt your style to your audience and you will be confident in your admin and IT skills, to complete the 'paperwork' element of the role. As you'll be out and about in the community you will need a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes. What's in it for me We invest in our colleagues because we know if they have a better day at work, the service our customers receive will be better. The Aster Offer is our offer to our colleagues to ensure they have a great day at work and includes things like: <ul> <li>Flexible working - whilst some roles need to be carried out in a specific place at a specific time, where possible we encourage our colleagues to work to their own schedule at a location that suits them, their team and our business' needs</li> <li>A focus on colleague wellbeing - workshops, an employee assistance programme offering counselling and support, mental health training and a health cash plan</li> <li>We invest in colleagues' careers and development through our leader and colleague development frameworks</li> <li>Defined Contribution Pension and attached life assurance</li> <li>Volunteering hours available to all colleagues to enable them to give back</li> <li>Savings at cinemas, gyms, holidays, days out, various shops and eateries and lots more</li> <li>Enhanced leave</li> <li>We celebrate colleagues who go above and beyond with a range of personalised recognition initiatives</li></ul>Ready to apply? To apply, please use information provided in the advert and role profile to let us know why you'd be good for the job. Please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV along with a supporting statement. Successful candidates will undertaken an Enhanced DBS check. We create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and believe that creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is the right thing to do. Aster is not a sponsorship organisation and all candidates will be required to verify their right to work in the UK prior to commencement of employment with the Aster Group &amp; it's subsidiary brands.

Independent Living Housing Officer - 6 month fixed term contract

Support Worker (Supported Housing) Who We Are YMCA Brunel Group is a locally managed charity serving Mendip, Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire, and South Somerset. As part of the international YMCA movement, our mission is to create supportive, inclusive communities where everyone has a sense of belonging, can contribute meaningfully, and thrive. Our work includes: <ul><li>Housing Support: Every year, we provide accommodation for over 700 individuals facing homelessness, financial hardship, or barriers to employment. Many of our residents have experienced trauma, and we aim to provide more than a place to stay-we offer a pathway to independence through training, skills development, and confidence-building.</li><li>Health &amp; Wellbeing: Our Bath-based wellness centre features a gym, fitness areas, and extensive classes, fostering both physical and mental well-being.</li><li>Commercial Hostels: Operating in Bath and Bristol, our hostels help fund our community initiatives.</li><li>Youth Clubs: Our 12 youth clubs, including 4 groups for young carers, provide safe spaces for young people aged 10-19 to build connections, access information, and receive support from trusted youth workers.</li><li>Nurseries: We run eight Ofsted-registered nurseries, offering spaces for up to 360 children and setting them up for future success through early education.</li></ul>Role Overview As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in building long-term, trust-based relationships with young adults (ages 18-25), helping them work toward independent living. You will support them in finding housing that meets YMCA's criteria, which requires them to be in work, training, or education. This role involves low-level support in various projects aimed at empowering young people. Skills and Experience Needed <ul><li>Knowledge of Housing Legislation: Familiarity with housing issues affecting homeless individuals is desirable.</li><li>Safeguarding Knowledge: Understanding of safeguarding procedures.</li><li>Experience with Young Adults: Experience conducting holistic assessments in a key-worker role.</li><li>Analytical and Research Skills: Ability to support project progression and contribute to data collection and research.</li><li>Database Management: Experience with maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Empathy and Compassion: A compassionate approach to supporting individuals in crisis.</li><li>Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team.</li><li>Driver's License: A full driving license and access to a vehicle with appropriate insurance are required.</li></ul>Benefits YMCA Brunel Group values inclusivity and offers a supportive workplace committed to equality and diversity. Benefits include: <ul><li>Enhanced annual leave and sickness pay</li><li>Paid compassionate and emergency leave</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Access to an employee discount portal and Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>20% discount on childcare in Wiltshire</li><li>Heavily discounted health and wellbeing centre membership (£15/month)</li><li>Corporate gym discount through Fusion Lifestyle in Mendip and South Somerset (£38/month)</li><li>Free access to online gym classes</li></ul>Job Details <ul><li>Location: International House, Bath, and surrounding areas</li><li>Hours: 37.5 hours per week- Monday to Friday 8:30-5pm</li><li>Contract Type: 12-month temporary (with potential for renewal)</li><li>Salary: £25,200 per annum</li><li>Requirements: Enhanced DBS check</li></ul>Application Process All candidates must complete an application form. Visit YMCA Brunel Group - Careers to apply online. All applicants will undergo safer recruitment checks, including full employment history, two references, and eligibility to work in the UK.

Support worker- Supported Housing

The vacancy 35 hours per week Monday - Friday (wherever possible we are open to suggestion on the working hours and are happy to consider flexible job requirements such as job share, reduced hours, compressed hours etc., just let us know as part of your application) Enhanced DBS check working with Adults Closing date: 12.00 noon Friday 24th January 2024 Interview date: Wednesday 29th January 2024 Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the people in the communities we serve and the people we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us delivering great experiences for everyone! We employ people who are passionate about making a difference who can take responsibility and get things done. And we have developed an agile, flexible culture which supports people to do this. As a not-for-profit housing association, we provide homes and services to over 16,000 people across Greater Manchester. We build affordable new homes, work with partners to reduce homelessness and support people to reach their potential. This role will help us to do this by providing monitoring and support in connection with tenants well-being and housing management needs. In this role, you will be responsible for: <ul> <li>Delivering a brilliant service to customers living in our older people's independent living schemes</li></ul><ul> <li>Provide intensive 'on scheme' housing management and support services to customers living in our buildings, ensuring provision of excellent services and safeguarding.</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensure that the building is compliant with health and safety and that all repairs and planned works are carried out to an appropriate standard.</li></ul>We need people who have: <ul> <li>excellent communication skills;</li></ul><ul> <li>an understanding of professional boundaries and safeguarding;</li></ul><ul> <li>experience of working in a fast-paced environment and able to meet deadlines;</li></ul><ul> <li>strong organisational skills;</li></ul><ul> <li>resilience and compassion, as you'll work with people with complex needs;</li></ul><ul> <li>a flexible attitude towards your working hours (in the event of an emergency situation);</li></ul>An enhanced DBS Disclosure check is required for this role and the ability to drive and have access to a car; Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. So, if you have a great rapport with people and can make a difference - we'd love you to join our team! #ServicesandSupportCoordinator #IndependentLiving #ManchesterJobs #housingjobs #Recruiting About us We are a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to over 16,000 people across Greater Manchester. We build affordable new homes, work with partners to reduce homelessness, and support people to reach their potential. Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the people in the communities we serve, and the people we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us delivering great experiences for everyone! We employ people who are passionate about making a difference who can take responsibility and get things done. And we have developed a culture that supports people to do this. Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. The ICL team Our Independent &amp; Community Living team pride themselves on delivering a fantastic service to our customers, providing accommodation-based services to adults and young people across Greater Manchester, and striving to make a real difference in people's lives! Forging positive and supportive relationships with our customers is central to what we do, none more than in our Community &amp; Independent Living team, where we provide supported housing and independent living schemes for customers of all ages and with a variety of support needs. Whether our team are on-site 24-hours a day supporting young people living with Autism and ADHD, working at one of our fantastic independent living schemes for older people, or based at our specialist service for people with memory loss and dementia, we ensure our customers are at the heart of the services we provide, supporting them to develop and maintain their independence. As well as working to support our customers, our team also makes sure the services we run are great places to live and really call 'home'. Safety is always a priority, and our teams take a proactive role in making sure homes are always safe, secure and well managed. It's a great feeling for the team knowing they can help to make services better for our customers! Stats: <ul> <li>We provide over 300 places for people with additional support needs to live well</li> <li>We have homes and services in eight local authorities across Greater Manchester</li> <li>We provide nearly 500 homes across 12 schemes for older people in our Independent Living service</li> <li>We work with over 20 different partners to provide specialist support services in our communities</li></ul>"Thank you for your interest in joining our Independent &amp; Community Living team. For us, the Independent &amp; Community Living team is all about being reliable, respectful and proactive in the way that we interact with our customer's and other colleagues. The team is dedicated to providing the best support services to our customers, understanding their needs and building trusting professional relationships that really make the difference. We are passionate about helping customers and delivering a great service to them. To do this, we give our colleagues the right training and support, offer some great benefits, and promote a positive, inclusive culture where everyone is able to deliver their best service by being their best self. If you share our goal in ensuring customers can live well in their homes and communities, I'd love to welcome you into the team!" Andrew White, Head of Independent &amp; Community Living Previous Next Working here Irwell Valley Homes is a great place to work, but don't just take our word for it... find out what it's like to work here from our colleagues... Rewards we offer We offer a fantastic range of benefits which include: Training and coaching Stakeholder pension scheme Up to 30 days holiday a year Two days every year to volunteer in the local community A medical cash plan Get your birthday off! £150 Perkbox allowance - plus access to hundreds of discounts and freebies Occupational Health Employee Assistant Program Financial education Loans scheme for travel season tickets Cycle to work scheme Accreditations Good Employment Charter Disability Confident Armed Forces Covenant Living Wage Employer Houseproud

Housing and Support Coordinators (Independent Living / Sheltered Housing) X2

Independent Reviewing Officer Number of posts 2 Closing date 26 January 2025 Type of vacancy Permanent Work pattern Full Time Number of hours to be worked per week 37.00 Location Meadow House, Littleworth, Mansfield, Notts NG18 2TB Department Children and Families Interview date 03.02.2025 &amp; 04.02.2025 Salary £42,708 - £47,754 per annum Advert text The Independent Chair Service (ICS) provides independent reviewing of the care plans of looked after children, child protection plans, Care Leavers and plans for children in need subject to supervision orders. The ICS is in the Strategic Safeguarding and Independent Review Group in Nottinghamshire County Council. The service group also includes strategic safeguarding responsibilities including the Local Authority Designated Officer function, missing children, safeguarding children in education, child criminal exploitation and child sexual exploitation. You will be part of a team of Independent Reviewing Officers (IROs) who have responsibility for the coordination and chairing of Looked after Children and Care Leavers reviews across the county and will fulfil the role of an IRO as outlined in national guidance. A professional social work qualification is essential, together with a minimum of five years post-qualification experience and experience of providing social work supervision and support. You will be able to demonstrate experience of chairing complex meetings and have the confidence and ability to work constructively with senior managers. You must have a thorough understanding of the legal framework, regulations and guidance relating to looked after children/care leavers. You will monitor the performance of the Local Authority's function as a corporate parent and therefore, will need the ability to demonstrate independence and challenge. You will need to be competent in communicating with children and ensuring that the voice of the child is promoted. You will need to be able to demonstrate knowledge in relation to representation and complaints processes/procedures and be able to define high quality practice standards to improve outcomes for looked after children. The role requires the ability to problem solve and organise/manage your own time effectively under pressure. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are crucial. You will receive regular supervision and be part of a supportive team. Please contact Bev Mundle (0115 8041531) or Izzy Martin (0115 8041004) for an informal discussion. Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Job Description / Person Specification Competency Framework Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation. Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation. If you have previously started an application form for this vacancy, please login and select "Your applications" by clicking on the dropdown at the side of your username, then select the relevant vacancy to continue with your application.

JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Housing Support Officer Salary: £12.28 per hour Working Hours: 18.75 hours per week. Due to the nature of the post evenings and Bank Holidays work may be necessary. Responsible to: Housing Services Manager Location: YMCA Black Country Housing projects as agreed Background: YMCA Black Country Group (YMCA BCG) is the branch of the YMCA global movement in the Black Country. YMCA BCG operates charitable companies &amp; associated trading subsidiaries in the Black Country boroughs and South Staffordshire area. The combined turnover of the group is in excess of £6M, delivering a wide range of community services including supported housing, youth work, childcare and family support, drug and alcohol counselling, skills and employment training, health and well-being services. YMCA BCG employs over 200 staff and also works with around 50 volunteers and voluntary trustees. Job role: To support the Housing Services Manager to ensure the provision of high-quality day-to-day housing management and tenancy sustainment functions of the YMCA's housing stock in Black Country. This includes, but not exclusively, the letting, management, maintenance, administration, rent collection and provision of housing services on all allocated Black Country housing properties. In addition, monitoring and reviewing the progress of residents within the schemes using various tenancy sustainment assessment tool, enabling them to Belong, Contribute and Thrive. Duties: Access to Housing &amp; Tenancy Sustainment 1. To be involved in interviewing applicants and carrying out the appropriate needs and risk assessments and reference checks before offering accommodation. 2. To carry out an appropriate induction to the allocated Black Country housing property once an offer has been made to an applicant. 3. To coordinate or signpost any additional support a resident may require during their time at the YMCA by liaising with internal and external agencies in relation to maintaining their accommodation. 4. To promote the services provided by YMCA Black Country Housing Services ensuring referral agencies and applicants have the appropriate information about the schemes. 5. To keep voids to a minimum on allocated properties by ensuring they are cleaned, prepared and ready to let in the quickest time possible. 6. To complete and record property checks at least monthly (more frequent if required) to ensure residents are adhering to the licence agreement and the property is being kept in a good condition, reporting any property defects in a timely manner. Financial Accountability 7. To be responsible for managing the rent arrears of allocated properties maximising all income, reducing arrears, and ensuring all records are accurate and up to date. Monitoring any rent agreements that may be agreed by the Housing Services Manager. 8. To ensure the Housing Services Manager is aware of any rent accounts that are risky and take proactive action to address in line with the rent arrears policy. 9. Ensure residents claim all entitled benefits including Housing Benefit and other applicable benefits / grants to ensure recovery of rent and service charges. 10. Liaise with Housing Benefit staff to ensure the residents account is active and the resident is aware of their responsibility of providing any information to ensure the housing benefit is paid and reduce all arrears. Housing Management Services 11. Liaise with Housing Benefit Office, Employment Services, Social Services, Probation Services and other authorities as necessary in relation to housing management. 12. Ensure that residents are compliant with and kept fully informed and consulted on matters affecting their Licence Agreement/Tenancy and they understand their rights and responsibilities. 13. Liaise with Housing Service Manager concerning breaches of the Licence Agreement/Tenancy at an early stage and help seek positive resolutions. 14. Make regular visits to the residents in their property to ensure safety and security of the accommodation and deliver and monitor management and support services. 15. Deliver housing services including arranging the servicing of appliances and advice on safe use of equipment and appliances where applicable. 16. Maintain information relevant to the client group including information on issues and organisations relevant to the welfare of vulnerable people. 17. Ensure incidents / issues arising are fully reported and investigated and take action to resolve problem or take holding action until a permanent solution is found. Tenancy Sustainment Support 18. Deliver person centred support to residents living in our supported housing units enabling them to sustain their tenancy whilst working in a Trauma Informed way and deliver services that are culturally sensitive, safe services that people trust and want to use. 19. Ensure that resident's needs are monitored appropriately, and that personal progression is recorded utilising the outcomes star, wellbeing assessment and other tools as required. 20. Proactively engage residents in a range of 1-1 and group interventions enabling them to address their needs and sustain their tenancy. 21. Ensure that all safeguarding concerns are recorded, and action taken where required. 22. To support residents to move on from our supported accommodation when we feel they have the skills to live independently. Enable them to bid on properties as required or consider other suitable housing options for resettlement. Maintenance Tasks 23. Undertake regular visits to the housing properties including communal areas to inspect the accommodation and get resident feedback to ensure that repairs and cleaning of the buildings are carried out promptly to a high standard and that safety and security is maintained. 24. Support residents to raise repairs and maintenance issues or do so on their behalf. 25. Carry out an end of licence visit with the resident to ensure the property is left in a good condition. 26. Complete a void report when the property becomes vacant and submit to the Housing Services Manager / or their representative to minimise void periods. 27. Work to ensure the general security of the buildings including the testing of the alarm systems, CCTV, door entry and communications systems where applicable. General 28. Prepare statistical and other reports as required by stakeholders or as requested by the Housing Services Manager ensuring all administrative functions (including updating rent accounts, the Client Record Management system, Outcome Star, Wellbeing Assessments etc) are carried out efficiency as necessary for the post. 29. Contribute to the review of paperwork, policies and procedures and systems used with the housing services to improve services and ensuring best practice. 30. Promote the aims and purposes of the YMCA. 31. Participate in Housing Staff meetings and other housing related meetings with residents and stakeholders as required. 32. To represent the association at agreed external meetings and report back to the Housing Services Manager. 33. Carry out work responsibilities in line with the Association's policies and procedures including safeguarding, equality and diversity, staff development and ensuring the health and safety of self and others at all times. 34. To carry out any other reasonable duty as requested by the Housing Services Manager or Head of Housing. Person Specification Job role: Housing Support Officer Experience / Qualifications Essential Desirable Current in-depth knowledge of housing issues and legislation, particularly pertaining to homelessness √ Knowledge of the benefits and welfare system √ Knowledge of external bodies associated with and or affiliated to supported housing √ Experience of working in a supported housing environment with young people or vulnerable adults √ Experience of completing reports, support plans, action plans, and tracking progression √ Experience of delivering Trauma Informed Care √ Excellent level of education (literacy, IT and numeracy) √ Training relevant to supported housing and the client group √ NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Housing or Support related field √ Skills / Abilities Essential Desirable Ability to demonstrate an empathetic and person-centred approach √ Ability to demonstrate and understand the importance of effective team working √ Ability to work with minimal or no supervision and to use initiative √ Ability to multitask and prioritise using effective organisation and planning skills √ Ability to solve problems √ Ability to understand and represent service users' rights and best interests whilst liaising with other professionals on the service user's behalf √ Ability to assess changes in service users' needs, health, mood etc and alert others to any potential risks or safeguarding issues √ Ability to build appropriate relationships with young people and vulnerable adults, listen actively and respond appropriately to service users' needs √ Ability to work with discretion, integrity and confidentially in a nonjudgmental way √ Personal Attributes Essential Desirable Can understand the needs of people from diverse cultural, social, and racial backgrounds. √ Can build relationships based on trust and respect and maintain them. √ Can work under pressure, be patient and remain calm in stressful situations. √ Can set boundaries and challenge inappropriate behaviour. √ Is caring, calm, compassionate and approachable. √ Can provide appropriate guidance, support, and advice. √ Is confident, assertive, enthusiastic, motivated, resilient, and committed. √ Can inspire and motivate young people and vulnerable adults. √ Is flexible and can adapt to change. √ Other Essential Desirable Ability to respect the YMCA's Christian ethos √ Willingness to undergo a satisfactory DBS check. √ Have a clean valid driving licence √ THE POST HOLDER MUST AGREE TO AUTHORISE A FULL CRIMINAL RECORDS BUREAU CHECK. THEY MUST ALSO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF OFSTED. √ Please submit both CV and Covering Letter to be considered

Housing Support Officer

Description Please note that this vacancy is not part of Surrey County Council, we are advertising this on behalf of a partnership organisation. The starting salary for this role is £33,183 per annum based on a 35 hour working week. About the Organisation We are a vibrant, local charity that helps vulnerable children, young people and adults to belong, contribute and thrive. Our wide range of projects and activities aim to create happy, healthy and connected communities. About the Role A Senior Support role within supported housing delivering high quality leadership to staff and support to our client group of young people to empower them to make positive changes moving towards independent living in the community. Main Responsibilities: <ul><li>A link between support staff and Housing Management to be a trusted, responsible and reliable senior staff member to deal with issues that occur during the shift and being a support for fellow staff.</li><li>Share the vison of the CEO and housing management.</li><li>Lead on prevention of resident evictions by way of MAPs' and managing incidents in a trauma informed manner in line with housing policies.</li><li>Oversee and report on compliance of support hours provided by staff, including support sessions, rooms, checks, outcome star, safety plans and risk assessments.</li><li>Oversee core-forms via the government website to ensure compliance.</li><li>Provide Duty Officer cover within Housing for Managers during times of annual leave, sickness and off site reasons.</li><li>Resolve issues at a level where senior management involvement should not be required.</li></ul>Other Responsibilities: <ul><li>Provide key 1-2-1 and group support to residents, including supporting young residents as directed by Housing Management, including carrying out support plans, rooms, checks, outcome stars and other support tools directed by housing management.</li><li>To induct residents into their accommodation ensuring the terms of the licence agreement and house rules are understood and all health and safety issues are fully complied with.</li><li>To lone-work from time to time when called upon and to adhere to the Lone-Working Policy.</li><li>Provide inclusive and resilient move-on plans for residents including incorporation of our own YMCA move on accommodation.</li><li>To be proactively responsible to safeguard adults, young people and children at risk of harm in accordance with local and national guidelines and procedures. This includes showing a commitment to promote organisation-wide awareness and understanding of safeguarding undertaking best practice and carrying out our legal and moral duties to respond to related concerns, disclosures or allegations appropriately.</li><li>The jobholder may be required to carry out other duties as directed by the CEO or Housing Management.</li></ul>The close date for this role is 20.01.2025 with interviews to follow. To apply for this role, please click HERE . Files to download <ul> <li> Job Description (PDF) </li> </ul>

Senior Housing Support Officer

Housing Support Worker Target Housing is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. Over the past 30years we have shown that stable accommodation and support can help transform lives and empower people to achieve independence. If you'd like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we're looking for! The Role The post holder will be working within Doncaster with support services for vulnerable adults, particularly those individuals of an offending background and complex needs. Responsibilities include: Housing Management <ul><li>Engage with referral agencies to generate referrals for the service</li><li>To undertake appropriate assessments for potential service users 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</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 service users in accordance with the requirements of the service</li><li>Design and deliver an effective person-centred support plan</li><li>Complete and regularly review safety plans</li><li>Meet service users in the community and at home and, where necessary, accompany them to appointments with relevant agencies</li><li>Develop professional relationships with a range of external agencies</li><li>Support service users to integrate into the community</li><li>Develop a move-on plan for service users</li><li>To keep clear and comprehensive records and case notes.</li></ul>Qualifications / Requirements: <ul><li>A valid UK driving license and access to own vehicle. Business insurance will be required.</li><li>Enhanced DBS Check</li></ul>CLOSING DATE: 27th January. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier should we receive sufficient applications for this role. Therefore, if you are interested , please submit your application as early as possible. Target Housing welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Housing Support Worker

You We are looking for a Housing Support Worker to join our Housing team in Romford. You will assist in the day to day running of the hostel to meet clients' needs through a high-quality service which enables individuals to address their support needs as well as any behavioural issues. The right candidate will be responsible for effectively managing a caseload that provides constructive guidance to clients through dynamic support planning, as well as oversee individual rent accounts to minimise the risk of arrears and loss of accommodation. The role also includes the delivery of individual and group activities that provide opportunities and experiences where service users are able to learn and develop life skills in a safe, accepting environment. The ultimate aim is for service users to be in a position of being able to hold down full-time employment and maintain their own tenancy to enable a positive move-on. If you are able to conduct yourself in a professional manner, have the skills to manage a tenancy caseload with minimal supervision and have good knowledge of current and future benefits arrangements, you just may be the person we are looking for. US Thank you for your interest in finding out more about YMCA Thames Gateway Group. Whether you're looking for your first role, coming back to work after a career break, or simply looking for a new challenge, we're happy you're considering us. As a community-based organisation for over 150 years, we are a vibrant and ever-changing charity that offers inclusive Programmes in health &amp; wellbeing, childcare, housing and youth work. We are passionate about providing opportunities to those who are most in need, and have successfully adapted to the needs of the communities in which we're based on a number of occasions. Our staff are dedicated to making other people's lives better through the services we provide, and live our Values to Be MORE - Motivated, Open, Respectful, Empowered - so if this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we look forward to hearing from you. Summary of Job Profile: <ul><li>Hours: 37.5 hours per week</li><li>Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, shifts vary 8am-4pm &amp; 2pm-10pm including Bank Holidays and weekends every 7 weeks.</li><li>Contract Type: Permanent</li><li>The Job Description and Person Specification can be found here: Housing Support Worker.pdf</li></ul>YMCA Thames Gateway Staff Benefits: To be considered for this role please click the 'Apply for this job button' at the top of this page. We don't accept CVs or Resumes as applications. You are required to download the application form to complete and re upload to the system for the Recruiting Manager to review. YMCA Thames Gateway is serious about safeguarding; this role will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure &amp; Barring Service check. At YMCA Thames Gateway we are a Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to Equal Opportunities. Therefore we value the importance of diversity and positively welcome applicants from all members of the community. The Association is committed to ensuring that all current and potential staff, members, users and visitors are treated with dignity, fairness and respect regardless of their protected characteristics, within the Equality Act (2010). We strongly encourage applications from applicants of a BAME background, those with a disability and those who identify as LGTBQ+.

If this is YOU, and you want to learn more about this role and the work of the YMCA, before you make an application please contact: Caroline Boyce 0121 714 2626 or 0121 524 1950 (Monday-Friday, 9-5pm) we will not accept online CV submissions JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Housing Support Worker Salary: £11.55 per hour Working Hours: 15 hours per week (on average) based on a rota of alternate weekend shifts of 12 hours one week and 18 hours second week. Due to the nature of the post evenings and Bank Holiday work may be necessary. Responsible to: Housing Services Manager Location: YMCA Black Country Housing projects as agreed Background: YMCA Black Country Group (YMCA BCG) is the branch of the YMCA global movement in the Black Country. YMCA BCG operates charitable companies &amp; associated trading subsidiaries in the Black Country boroughs and South Staffordshire area. The combined turnover of the group is in excess of £6M, delivering a wide range of community services including supported housing, youth work, childcare and family support, drug and alcohol counselling, skills and employment training, health and well-being services. YMCA BCG employs over 200 staff and also works with around 50 volunteers and voluntary trustees. Job role: To support the Housing Services Manager to ensure the provision of high-quality day-to-day housing management and tenancy sustainment functions of the YMCA's housing stock in Black Country. This includes, but not exclusively, the letting, management, maintenance, administration, rent collection and provision of housing services on all allocated Black Country housing properties. In addition, monitoring and reviewing the progress of residents within the schemes using various tenancy sustainment assessment tool, enabling them to Belong, Contribute and Thrive. Duties: Access to Housing &amp; Tenancy Sustainment 1. To support Housing and Support Officers with resident induction to the allocated Black Country housing property once an offer has been made to an applicant. 2. To coordinate or signpost any additional support a resident may require during their time at the YMCA by liaising with internal and external agencies in relation to maintaining their accommodation. 3. To promote the services provided by YMCA Black Country Housing Services ensuring referral agencies and applicants have the appropriate information about the schemes. 4. To support residents to maintain their allocated property by teaching them how and encouraging them to keep their property clean. 5. Reporting any property defects in a timely manner. Housing Management Services 6. Respond to housing enquiries and provide information and signposting to applicants as they arise. 7. Ensure that residents are compliant with and kept fully informed and consulted on matters affecting their Licence Agreement/Tenancy and they understand their rights and responsibilities. 8. Liaise with Housing Service Manager concerning breaches of the Licence Agreement/Tenancy at an early stage and help seek positive resolutions. 9. Make regular visits to the residents in their property to ensure safety and security of the accommodation and deliver and monitor management and support services. 10. Maintain information relevant to the client group including information on issues and organisations relevant to the welfare of vulnerable people. 11. Ensure incidents / issues arising are fully reported and investigated and take action to resolve problem or take holding action until a permanent solution is found. Tenancy Sustainment and Engagement Support 12. Create a safe and welcoming environment for young people, building positive relationships with them. 13. Deliver person centred support to residents living in our supported housing units enabling them to sustain their tenancy whilst working in a Trauma Informed way and deliver services that are culturally sensitive, safe services that people trust and want to use. 14. Plan and deliver engaging needs led activities and programmes that promote personal growth and development. 15. Proactively engage residents in a range of 1-1 and group interventions enabling them to address their needs and sustain their tenancy. 16. Support the implementation of workshops, group discussions, and recreational activities aimed at promoting personal development and social skills. 17. Ensure that all safeguarding concerns are recorded, and action taken where required. Maintenance Tasks 18. Undertake regular visits to the housing properties including communal areas to inspect the accommodation and get resident feedback to ensure that repairs and cleaning of the buildings are carried out promptly to a high standard and that safety and security is maintained. 19. Support residents to raise repairs and maintenance issues or do so on their behalf. 20. Support colleagues to maintain the general security of the buildings including the areas open to the public. General 21. Ensure case studies and feedback forms are collated after sessions. 22. Utilise feedback mechanisms to continuously adapt and enhance program delivery and content 23. Gather weekly participant numbers at sessions, work towards meeting KPIs set by Housing Services Manager. 24. Ensure that all activities are safe and secure for all participants by completing risk assessments as appropriate. 25. Contribute to the review of paperwork, policies and procedures and systems used within the housing services to improve services and ensuring best practice. 26. Promote the aims and purposes of the YMCA. 27. Participate in Housing Staff meetings and other housing related meetings with residents and stakeholders as required. 28. To represent the association at agreed external meetings and report back to the Housing Services Manager. 29. To carry out any other reasonable duty as requested by the Housing Services Manager or Head of Housing. Person Specification Job role: Housing Support Worker Experience / Qualifications Essential Desirable Current in-depth knowledge of housing issues and legislation, particularly pertaining to homelessness √ Knowledge of the benefits and welfare system √ Knowledge of external bodies associated with and or affiliated to supported housing or youth work √ Experience of working in a supported housing or youth work environment with young people or vulnerable adults √ Experience of completing reports, support plans, action plans, and tracking progression √ Experience of delivering Trauma Informed Care √ Excellent level of education (literacy, IT and numeracy) √ Training relevant to supported housing or youth work and the client group √ NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Housing or Support related field √ Skills / Abilities Essential Desirable Ability to demonstrate an empathetic and person-centred approach √ Ability to demonstrate and understand the importance of effective team working √ Ability to work with minimal or no supervision and to use initiative √ Ability to multitask and prioritise using effective organisation and planning skills √ Ability to solve problems √ Ability to understand and represent service users' rights and best interests whilst liaising with other professionals on the service user's behalf √ Ability to assess changes in service users' needs, health, mood etc and alert others to any potential risks or safeguarding issues √ Ability to build appropriate relationships with young people and vulnerable adults, listen actively and respond appropriately to service users' needs √ Ability to work with discretion, integrity and confidentially in a nonjudgmental way √ Personal Attributes Essential Desirable Can understand the needs of people from diverse cultural, social, and racial backgrounds. √ Can build relationships based on trust and respect and maintain them. √ Can work under pressure, be patient and remain calm in stressful situations. √ Can set boundaries and challenge inappropriate behaviour. √ Is caring, calm, compassionate and approachable. √ Can provide appropriate guidance, support, and advice. √ Is confident, assertive, enthusiastic, motivated, resilient, and committed. √ Can inspire and motivate young people and vulnerable adults. √ Is flexible and can adapt to change. √ Other Essential Desirable Ability to respect the YMCA's Christian ethos √ Willingness to undergo a satisfactory DBS check. √ Have a clean valid driving licence √ THE POST HOLDER MUST AGREE TO AUTHORISE A FULL CRIMINAL RECORDS BUREAU CHECK. THEY MUST ALSO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF OFSTED. √

If this is YOU, and you want to learn more about this role and the work of the YMCA, please contact: Caroline Boyce 0121 714 2626 or 0121 524 1950 (Monday-Friday, 9-5pm) we will not accept online CV submissions, please call to apply JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Housing Support Officer Salary: £12.28 per hour Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Due to the nature of the post evenings and Bank Holidays work may be necessary. Responsible to: Housing Services Manager Location: YMCA Black Country Housing projects as agreed Background: YMCA Black Country Group (YMCA BCG) is the branch of the YMCA global movement in the Black Country. YMCA BCG operates charitable companies &amp; associated trading subsidiaries in the Black Country boroughs and South Staffordshire area. The combined turnover of the group is in excess of £6M, delivering a wide range of community services including supported housing, youth work, childcare and family support, drug and alcohol counselling, skills and employment training, health and well-being services. YMCA BCG employs over 200 staff and also works with around 50 volunteers and voluntary trustees. Job role: To support the Housing Services Manager to ensure the provision of high-quality day-to-day housing management and tenancy sustainment functions of the YMCA's housing stock in Black Country. This includes, but not exclusively, the letting, management, maintenance, administration, rent collection and provision of housing services on all allocated Black Country housing properties. In addition, monitoring and reviewing the progress of residents within the schemes using various tenancy sustainment assessment tool, enabling them to Belong, Contribute and Thrive. Duties: Access to Housing &amp; Tenancy Sustainment 1. To be involved in interviewing applicants and carrying out the appropriate needs and risk assessments and reference checks before offering accommodation. 2. To carry out an appropriate induction to the allocated Black Country housing property once an offer has been made to an applicant. 3. To coordinate or signpost any additional support a resident may require during their time at the YMCA by liaising with internal and external agencies in relation to maintaining their accommodation. 4. To promote the services provided by YMCA Black Country Housing Services ensuring referral agencies and applicants have the appropriate information about the schemes. 5. To keep voids to a minimum on allocated properties by ensuring they are cleaned, prepared and ready to let in the quickest time possible. 6. To complete and record property checks at least monthly (more frequent if required) to ensure residents are adhering to the licence agreement and the property is being kept in a good condition, reporting any property defects in a timely manner. Financial Accountability 7. To be responsible for managing the rent arrears of allocated properties maximising all income, reducing arrears, and ensuring all records are accurate and up to date. Monitoring any rent agreements that may be agreed by the Housing Services Manager. 8. To ensure the Housing Services Manager is aware of any rent accounts that are risky and take proactive action to address in line with the rent arrears policy. 9. Ensure residents claim all entitled benefits including Housing Benefit and other applicable benefits / grants to ensure recovery of rent and service charges. 10. Liaise with Housing Benefit staff to ensure the residents account is active and the resident is aware of their responsibility of providing any information to ensure the housing benefit is paid and reduce all arrears. Housing Management Services 11. Liaise with Housing Benefit Office, Employment Services, Social Services, Probation Services and other authorities as necessary in relation to housing management. 12. Ensure that residents are compliant with and kept fully informed and consulted on matters affecting their Licence Agreement/Tenancy and they understand their rights and responsibilities. 13. Liaise with Housing Service Manager concerning breaches of the Licence Agreement/Tenancy at an early stage and help seek positive resolutions. 14. Make regular visits to the residents in their property to ensure safety and security of the accommodation and deliver and monitor management and support services. 15. Deliver housing services including arranging the servicing of appliances and advice on safe use of equipment and appliances where applicable. 16. Maintain information relevant to the client group including information on issues and organisations relevant to the welfare of vulnerable people. 17. Ensure incidents / issues arising are fully reported and investigated and take action to resolve problem or take holding action until a permanent solution is found. Tenancy Sustainment Support 18. Deliver person centred support to residents living in our supported housing units enabling them to sustain their tenancy whilst working in a Trauma Informed way and deliver services that are culturally sensitive, safe services that people trust and want to use. 19. Ensure that resident's needs are monitored appropriately, and that personal progression is recorded utilising the outcomes star, wellbeing assessment and other tools as required. 20. Proactively engage residents in a range of 1-1 and group interventions enabling them to address their needs and sustain their tenancy. 21. Ensure that all safeguarding concerns are recorded, and action taken where required. 22. To support residents to move on from our supported accommodation when we feel they have the skills to live independently. Enable them to bid on properties as required or consider other suitable housing options for resettlement. Maintenance Tasks 23. Undertake regular visits to the housing properties including communal areas to inspect the accommodation and get resident feedback to ensure that repairs and cleaning of the buildings are carried out promptly to a high standard and that safety and security is maintained. 24. Support residents to raise repairs and maintenance issues or do so on their behalf. 25. Carry out an end of licence visit with the resident to ensure the property is left in a good condition. 26. Complete a void report when the property becomes vacant and submit to the Housing Services Manager / or their representative to minimise void periods. 27. Work to ensure the general security of the buildings including the testing of the alarm systems, CCTV, door entry and communications systems where applicable. General 28. Prepare statistical and other reports as required by stakeholders or as requested by the Housing Services Manager ensuring all administrative functions (including updating rent accounts, the Client Record Management system, Outcome Star, Wellbeing Assessments etc) are carried out efficiency as necessary for the post. 29. Contribute to the review of paperwork, policies and procedures and systems used with the housing services to improve services and ensuring best practice. 30. Promote the aims and purposes of the YMCA. 31. Participate in Housing Staff meetings and other housing related meetings with residents and stakeholders as required. 32. To represent the association at agreed external meetings and report back to the Housing Services Manager. 33. Carry out work responsibilities in line with the Association's policies and procedures including safeguarding, equality and diversity, staff development and ensuring the health and safety of self and others at all times. 34. To carry out any other reasonable duty as requested by the Housing Services Manager or Head of Housing. Person Specification Job role: Housing Support Officer Experience / Qualifications Essential Desirable Current in-depth knowledge of housing issues and legislation, particularly pertaining to homelessness √ Knowledge of the benefits and welfare system √ Knowledge of external bodies associated with and or affiliated to supported housing √ Experience of working in a supported housing environment with young people or vulnerable adults √ Experience of completing reports, support plans, action plans, and tracking progression √ Experience of delivering Trauma Informed Care √ Excellent level of education (literacy, IT and numeracy) √ Training relevant to supported housing and the client group √ NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Housing or Support related field √ Skills / Abilities Essential Desirable Ability to demonstrate an empathetic and person-centred approach √ Ability to demonstrate and understand the importance of effective team working √ Ability to work with minimal or no supervision and to use initiative √ Ability to multitask and prioritise using effective organisation and planning skills √ Ability to solve problems √ Ability to understand and represent service users' rights and best interests whilst liaising with other professionals on the service user's behalf √ Ability to assess changes in service users' needs, health, mood etc and alert others to any potential risks or safeguarding issues √ Ability to build appropriate relationships with young people and vulnerable adults, listen actively and respond appropriately to service users' needs √ Ability to work with discretion, integrity and confidentially in a nonjudgmental way √ Personal Attributes Essential Desirable Can understand the needs of people from diverse cultural, social, and racial backgrounds. √ Can build relationships based on trust and respect and maintain them. √ Can work under pressure, be patient and remain calm in stressful situations. √ Can set boundaries and challenge inappropriate behaviour. √ Is caring, calm, compassionate and approachable. √ Can provide appropriate guidance, support, and advice. √ Is confident, assertive, enthusiastic, motivated, resilient, and committed. √ Can inspire and motivate young people and vulnerable adults. √ Is flexible and can adapt to change. √ Other Essential Desirable Ability to respect the YMCA's Christian ethos √ Willingness to undergo a satisfactory DBS check. √ Have a clean valid driving licence √ THE POST HOLDER MUST AGREE TO AUTHORISE A FULL CRIMINAL RECORDS BUREAU CHECK. THEY MUST ALSO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF OFSTED. √

Description Please note that this vacancy is not part of Surrey County Council, we are advertising this on behalf of a partnership organisation. The salary range for this role is £27,225 per annum based on a 37.5 hour working week, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. About the Organisation At YMCA DownsLink Group, our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health. Guildford Foyer provides 24 hour supported accommodation housing up to 34 young people aged 16-25 who have multiple and complex needs, including many who are unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people. We provide support to our residents to help them build essential life skills, identify their goals and work towards aspirations so that they can move on to enjoy fully independent futures. Our supportive staff team comprises of Support Workers, night staff and two managers. About the Role We are looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join our Guildford Foyer team. Main areas of responsibilities are: Housing <ul><li>Coach young people to manage their occupancy agreement and adhere to house rules, in preparation for independent living. </li><li>Promote a credit culture, encouraging young people to keep up to date with all payments for rent.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits for young people and be well-informed on significant changes to housing law.</li><li>Deal effectively with non-compliance issues, such as non-payment of rent or damage to room, using restorative practices and working collaboratively with the rest of the team.</li></ul>Coaching and Engagement <ul><li>Coach young people so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and take the lead in acquiring the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives.</li><li>Ensure young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their own personal development, to engage with the services on offer and build strong networks and connections within the local community. </li><li>Ensure consistent standards of safeguarding and Trauma Informed Practice when supporting young people, observing our safeguarding procedures, and keeping yourself and residents safe by respecting professional boundaries.</li><li>Maintain client records on In-Form (client database) detailing the young person's journey in relation to their strengths and needs, any risks, and any outcomes (to monitor service performance). </li></ul>General <ul><li>Work as part of a team, on a rota shift pattern, ensuring young people at the service have non-judgemental, objective, and supportive staff during the day/evening, along with taking responsibility for personal safety during periods of lone working</li><li>Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations.</li><li>Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice. </li></ul>Shortlisting Criteria Experience and Knowledge <ul><li>Experience relating to housing, support work, and/or working with young people at risk</li><li>Experience of working proactively with a caseload of young people with multiple and complex needs to enable them to achieve independent living. </li><li>Knowledge of statutory and voluntary resources available to young people with multiple and complex needs.</li><li>Knowledge of good safeguarding procedures in relation to young people and the ability to maintain effective professional boundaries.</li><li>Demonstrated confidence and competence in recording notes/actions in service log, incident forms and health and safety check lists.</li></ul>Skills and Abilities <ul><li>Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate recording of a resident's progression, and to evidence outcomes achieved.</li><li>Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including signposting and advocating for clients as necessary. </li><li>Ability to work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team.</li><li>Clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT, and keyboard skills.</li><li>Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately.</li></ul>Additional information Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions An inclusive workplace - We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. We encourage applications from people from all sections of the communities that we serve. Accessibility - If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact us. If you are local to our Head Office in Hove, we can provide you with a paper copy of the job advert and application form. The close date for this advert is 30.01.2025 with interviews to follow. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children's and Adults' barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider. To apply for this role, please click HERE .

Supported Housing Support Worker

Creative Support are currently looking for a caring individual to take on our Relief Housing Support Worker role in Fleetwood, Blackpool, providing the highest standards of care to individuals with mental health/complex needs. This opportunity is perfect for someone who is interested in an exciting career in mental health. We are looking for someone who is approachable and warm and able to connect with the individuals we support. Support Worker Duties: <ul> <li>Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users,</li> <li>Carrying out general administrative duties,</li> <li>Providing emotional support to service users,</li> <li>Medication oversight,</li> <li>Supporting with daily living tasks, including budgeting and tenancy maintenance,</li> <li>Communicating and building strong relationships with service users' family, support network and involved professionals.</li> </ul>Experience of providing care and support to individuals with mental health needs is essential for this role. The benefits of joining Creative Support as a Relief/Bank staff member is the flexibility to pick shifts to suit you and work in services that are local to you. Vacancy Reference Number: 82168 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme Application Instructions: To apply, candidates must complete the online application form located on our company website via the listing for the above reference numbered role. We do not accept CV's as a method of application. A list of all roles available can be located at: <a href="http://www.creativesupport.co.uk" target="_blank">www.creativesupport.co.uk</a> Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying. We do not provide outcomes for unsuccessful applications. For role or application queries please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk</a> Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS

Relief Housing Support Worker

Housing Support Worker We are recruiting for a Full time, permanent 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: 02/02/2025

Housing Support Worker We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Housing Support Worker to join our Homelessness service in Surrey. £24,939.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning &amp; Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Housing Support Worker help to enable vulnerable people living in a variety of different tenures to manage their tenancies/ licences and prevent homelessness by providing a flexible and individually tailored support package. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. What you'll do: • Undertake key-working responsibilities for a caseload assigned by the Manager • Ensure that referrals to the service are managed effectively and in line with the referrals and assessment procedure • Undertake initial and assessments and continuous reviews of support needs and potential risks, and agree levels of support and actions • Create and review support/ action plans for providing appropriate housing-related support based on the assessment and reflecting the services and resources available • Develop and maintain links with key agencies and service providers in the local community • Empower customers to ensure they receive the benefits and services they are entitled to • Signpost customers to support services that can help them address additional support needs such as mental or physical health, employment and education, adult social care, domestic abuse and family support • Encourage and enable customers to pay their rent and other housing-related costs, and to ensure that rent accounts are managed effectively in conjunction with the relevant housing provider • Encourage and enable customers to adhere to all other conditions of their tenancies/ licences, eg maintaining a satisfactory living environment, refraining from anti-social behaviour, allowing access for essential work • Encourage and enable customers to take necessary steps to seeking and preparing for alternative accommodation where maintaining their current housing situation is unsuitable or unviable • Ensure that all safeguarding concerns are managed in line with safeguarding protocols and are reported to Contract Manager/Head of Operations, as appropriate • Undertake all administrative work and keep accurate and comprehensive customer records to professional standards • Adhere to Look Ahead's Policies and Procedures • Engage in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills • Work closely with the team and communicate openly • Undertake any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as may be reasonably assigned by the manager within the remit of the service and contract. This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: • Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement • Approachable and open behaviour • Prefers working as part of a group or team • Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement • Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised • Flexible • Open to feedback and self development • Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments • Is confident with high levels of self-esteem • Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication • Is essentially customer-focused • Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude • Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviours What you'll bring: Essential: • Use of own vehicle • IT and functional skills • Positive attitude and can-do approach • Resilience • Flexibility • Good communication skills, written and verbally Desirable: • Experience working in homelessness, housing or support/care • Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent or experience in the social care/charity sector About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: • We focus on Excellence and innovation. • We are Caring and Compassionate. • We are Inclusive and Trusted. • We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Salary: £26,409 - £28,163 Grade: F Contract: Permanent Hours: 18.75 (12.75 contracted hours weekly -6 annualised hours) Location: Derwent Lodge Two week Rota Week 1 Thursday 5.00pm-7.00pm Friday 5.00-9.00pm Sunday 11.00am-8.00pm Week 2 Thursday 5.00pm-7.00pm Saturday 10.30-7.00pm Weekend Enhancements Are you dynamic, resilient, and passionate about making a difference? We are seeking a dedicated Support Assistant to join our team at Derwent lodge, a supported accommodation unit for 14 vulnerable residents. Our residents come from diverse backgrounds and may face challenges such as addictions, mental health issues, and the impacts of trauma. About the Role: As a Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in fostering a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for our residents. Your focus will be on: Assisting residents in developing essential life skills across all age groups. Providing emotional support and understanding to individuals who may have experienced trauma. Collaborating with a large, multidisciplinary team to create and implement tailored support plans. Encouraging independence and motivation in daily activities. Promoting a positive, inclusive atmosphere that prioritises well-being, growth and development. Key Responsibilities: Build trusting relationships with residents and team members. Work alongside Support Officers to plan and deliver engaging activities aimed at improving life skills and confidence. Respond to individual needs with empathy and professionalism. Work proactively to manage challenges and adapt to varying circumstances. Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding protocols. About You: We are looking for individuals who are, Resilient and adaptable, Able to remain calm and effective under pressure. Enthusiastic and Energetic, bringing positivity and boundless energy to the role. Motivated: Driven to support residents in overcoming barriers and achieving their goals. Team Players: Comfortable working in a large, collaborative team environment. Experienced: Previous experience in supporting individuals with addictions, mental health issues, or trauma is desirable but not essential. .What We Offer: A supportive and inclusive working environment. Opportunities for professional growth and training. The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Key dates: Closing date: 02/02/2025 Interview date: TBC Key documents: Job description.pdf Total Rewards Brochure NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions, we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party. North Yorkshire Council are committed to the health and safety of our employees and of others including the general public. It has a responsibility to ensure employees who hold a position that is deemed to be safety critical as it requires the performance of duties which are directly related to the safe operation or security of a facility, piece of equipment or vehicle, handling of chemicals or work at height or in confined spaces and which, if not performed properly, could result in a serious safety risk or environmental hazard to employees, a facility or the general public , do not attend work whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Individuals offered employment with North Yorkshire Council will be subject to the Workplace Substance Misuse policy. For safety critical roles as detailed above, random alcohol and drug testing may take place during the course of employment. It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk. We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk* Apply now

Housing support Assistant Derwent Lodge (091475)

Job Title - Support Worker Location - Chapter House - West Bromwich Hourly Pay - £12.14PH Contract type - Permanent 35 hours per week Working hours- 7am - 3pm or 1pm - 9pm Working 5 days out of 7 which include Bank holidays and weekends. About us - Chapter House is a 24 hourSupported housing project. Our supported housing project is based in West Bromwich and is temporary accommodation, for single homeless people who have support needs. Each person`s stay is for up to one year. GSA has policies in place that ensure each person living within their property receives the same opportunities, support and chance to better themselves and their general lifestyle. About the Service Members of staff work with the client as their `keyworker`. Clients work with their keyworker to evidence that they are meeting their support needs and that can maintain their tenancies so that they can move on to independent accommodation. The keyworker assists each Client in identifying their support needs and empowering them to acquire the skills to achieve their objectives as set out within the support plan which is reviewed monthly with their key worker. Our purpose We are proud to be able to support tens of thousands of people across England by providing affordable housing and care to help people live independently. Our focus is on building better lives. Everything we do is about people - whether that`s providing a good quality, safe home or providing care which helps someone to live an independent life. Our colleagues live and breathe this social purpose and we need great people, with skills across a range of disciplines, to make this happen. Working for GreenSquareAccord gives you the chance to bring your skills and expertise and make a real difference. It doesn`t matter which role you are considering applying for, your work will help thousands of people build a better life. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are:<ul> <li>We believe our customer is everything</li> <li>We are one team</li> <li>We are supportive and caring</li> <li>We are business-minded for social purpose</li> <li>We are curious and ambitious.</li> </ul>You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes; annual holiday entitlement (plus statutory bank holidays); a defined contribution pension scheme; trust based flexible working and a Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). GreenSquareAccord also offer a non-contractual performance-related bonus scheme. Further details will be made available upon joining, along with supporting documentation which can be found on the GreenSquareAccord intranet site. How to apply If you wish to apply for this role please email a copy of your up to date CV to [email protected] . It is also recommended that you make your current Line Manager aware of any roles you are applying for within the organisation. All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the `essential eligibility criteria` for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.

Housing Support worker

Housing Assistant Yorkshire area (base Leeds office / Hybrid ) £24,372 per annum 37.5 hours per week We're looking for a Housing Support Assistant to help deliver an effective enhanced housing management service that meets the needs of our customers and assist with tenancy and voids management to help maintain occupancy levels across our supported housing services in Yorkshire area. This is an exciting role to ensure front line service delivery to our customers who may receive support from partner agencies. Each day will be different, from compliance actions, welcoming new customers, resolving anti-social behaviour, to working with colleagues to support rental payments and repair delivery. We value our team and encourage learning and progression through our comprehensive induction programme, as well as ongoing training to develop new and existing skills and encourage progression. We have our own Learning and Development Academy, who provide a wide range of training courses, open to all. Sanctuary also has a great employee rewards scheme, where you will be able to receive a variety of discounts from major retailers. The role of Housing Support Assistant will include: <ul> <li>Providing onsite management and supervision of the supported housing service ensuring the delivery of an effective, enhanced, housing management service</li></ul><ul> <li>Assisting with tenancy and voids management and maintaining occupancy levels</li> <li>Supporting and promoting compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures</li> <li>Building and maintaining relationships with customers and internal and external key stakeholders</li> <li>Managing the procurement and availability of supplies, furniture, and equipment</li> <li>Recording and updating relevant data, maintaining effective filing systems</li> <li>Contributing to special projects and change programmes as appropriate</li> <li>A flexible approach with some weekend and evening work required</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul> <li>Previous experience delivering tenancy services</li> <li>Experience working to deadlines and prioritising workload</li> <li>Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office packages</li> <li>Literacy and numeracy to the equivalent of Grade C English and Maths GCSE</li> <li>NVQ2 or equivalent in relevant area</li> <li>Ability to extract and interrogate data</li> <li>Some experience in the use of housing management systems or similar is desirable</li> <li>Significant travel is a requirement of the role; therefore, a full valid driving licence and use of a car is essential</li></ul>Why work for us? We're united in working together to help customers on their pathways for independence, and our people are the single, biggest influence on our success. No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day. We won the West Midlands Care Employer Award 2022-23, in recognition of our commitment to our staff and supporting our teams to be their best. We've also been awarded Investors in People Gold status for the second time - because we value our people and have a strong focus on inclusion, teamwork, and empowerment. We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where you can grow and thrive. And like our customers, we know everyone is different, and we'll support you to be your best self. We'll develop your skills and experiences, celebrate success, and turn any setbacks into motivation. Are you ready to be your best? Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you: <ul> <li>At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays)</li> <li>A pension scheme with employer contributions</li> <li>A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers</li> <li>Health and well-being plans</li> <li>Life assurance</li> <li>Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working</li> <li>Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>A wide range of learning and development opportunities</li></ul>Job Reference: 222926 Closing Date: 26 January 2024 We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

Housing Support Assistant

About The Role Islington is a lively, diverse area of London, offering an eclectic assortment of cultural activities, good transport services, and a vibrant feel. As a borough we are innovative, forward thinking, and committed to positive change. An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service for a talented and enthusiastic Independent Reviewing Officer. As a member of the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance team you may hold a diverse caseload that will include mainly children looked after and some child protection cases. You will also be asked to contribute to auditing activity across the service, which will be an integral part of the role. You will need to possess excellent chairing skills, to confidently manage difficult meetings whilst ensuring the participation of children and young people and their parents; have a keen eye for scrutiny, auditing, attention to detail and good report writing skills. The successful applicant will be able to ensure effective decisions are made for Children Looked After and Children with a Child Protection Plan and monitor those decisions in line with Working Together and the Care Placement, Planning and Review Regulations. The successful applicant will need extensive knowledge of The Care Planning, Placement and Case Review Regulations, 2010, the IRO Handbook, Working Together to Safeguard Children and London Child Protection Procedures, and be expected to ensure that high quality services are being delivered to children, providing constructive challenge where needed. Closing date: Sunday 9th February 2025 at 23:59; Interviews are being held on 20 February 2025 For an informal discussion please contact:- Carmen Rampersad | Service Manager, Safeguarding and Quality Assurance | Email: [email protected] Working for the team, service and our organisation Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn't be clearer: we serve. It's in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out 'CARE', which is what we think public service is all about. Our offer to you We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include: <ul> <li>Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service</li> <li>A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week</li> <li>Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential</li> <li>Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum</li> <li>Excellent local government pension scheme</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships</li> <li>Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!</li></ul>Recruitment information It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post is subject to a enhanced DBS check with children/adult barred list, qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing. Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Overview We are looking for a Recovery Housing Support WorkerThis is an exciting new opportunity to join our team. We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. What you will be doing? Some of the main responsibilities include: <ul><li>To provide a comprehensive, inclusive, and bespoke Recovery Housing service, including advice and guidance to Forward Trust clients. </li><li>Conducting robust housing needs assessments to ensure service user needs are identified and a bespoke supportive plan is created with the service user at the centre, including signposting to other internal and external services. </li><li>You will ensure that a holistic service is delivered safely to our clients in line with individual and team targets outlined by the Manager.</li><li>Provide weekly 1-2-1 sessions with each client and keep accurate care plans.</li><li>Develop links with relevant agencies including residential rehabs, supported housing / housing providers, and other local organisations offering volunteering opportunities</li><li>Conduct weekly/monthly health and safety checks in line with policies and procedures</li><li>Develop skills in the collection and recording of data for audit, research and reporting purposes.</li><li>Keep databases up to date and accurate and managed in accordance with Data Protection Principles and Law.</li><li>Take on other tasks and responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Line Manager</li><li>Participate and contribute in key meetings such as team meetings and multi-disciplinary reviews, sharing information appropriately.</li></ul>For a full list of responsibilities please refer to the Job Specification below. What we are looking for? <ul><li>Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice sector and Recovery Agenda.</li><li>Experience of floating support </li><li>A thorough knowledge of the needs of clients who are in abstinence based recovery</li><li>Experience of assessing adults in need of support around substance misuse and maintaining abstinence based recovery</li><li>Experience of substance misuse field and/or experience of working in a related field or similar field</li><li>Demonstrable experience of managing caseloads, carrying out/ completing risk/ comprehensive assessments, SMART action plans and maintaining effective case records</li><li>Experience of delivering both 1:1 and group-work interventions using motivational techniques and trauma informed approaches</li><li>Experience of working effectively with adults experiencing multiple disadvantages; unemployment, homelessness, mental ill health, substance use</li><li>The ability to set and stick to professional boundaries</li><li>An understanding of the needs of clients who are in or working towards recovery</li><li>Understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and equality issues</li><li>Working knowledge of using Microsoft office packages, database monitoring systems and Strong skills in IT communication</li></ul>What we offer <ul><li>Training and development opportunities</li><li>Flexible working </li><li>Simply Health Cashback Scheme (Optional)</li><li>Season Ticket Loan Scheme </li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Crisis Loan Scheme</li><li>Electric Car Scheme</li><li>3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)</li><li>Access to Blue Light Card</li><li>25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays </li><li>Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter </li><li>Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) </li><li>Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)</li></ul>Diversity at Forward Trust Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. The closing date for this role is 6th February 2025. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Person specification Recovery Housing Specialist JD - Southend ESSEX

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