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Homeless Prevention Worker Job description This post is not suitable as a job share opportunity We are looking for three experienced and committed staff to join our team as Homeless Prevention Workers. You will work with customers who are at risk of homelessness working with them in a targeted way to prevent homelessness. In particular this will involve working with customers around rent arrears, budgeting, maximising income and accessing benefits. You should have excellent communication skills to be able to build positive relationships with customers and identify support needs, as well as working with other services. This may include working with customers with a range of issues including substance use, mental ill-health, and reluctance to engage with support services. An assertive and creative approach will be essential to help customers sustain their tenancy. This role is working in the community visiting customers in their own homes and accompanying them to appointments with other services where appropriate. These are all 12 month fixed term posts, although may be extended subject to funding arrangements. As this role is public facing, applicants will need to demonstrate, at interview, their competency to converse and provide advice and guidance to members of the public, in spoken English to CEFR level C1: Can express themselves fluently and spontaneously, almost effortlessly. Only a conceptually difficult subject can hinder a natural, smooth flow of language. If you are an internal candidate interested in applying for this job as a secondment opportunity, please discuss with your current line manager before submitting your application. The duties of this post require the postholder to undertake a basic Criminal Record check (unspent convictions only) via the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health &amp; Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning &amp; Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings. For further information or an informal discussion please contact Emily Johnson (Temporary Accommodation Manager) at <a href="mailto:emily.johnson@york.gov.uk" target="_blank">emily.johnson@york.gov.uk</a> or 01904 555158 Closing date: Sunday 13 October 2024 at 12 midnight Interview date: Week commencing Monday 21 October 2024

Homeless Prevention Worker

The Vacancy We have an exciting opportunity for people to show an expression of interest for future House Manager roles in and around Scarborough, Whitby and surrounding areas. McCarthy Stone are building a Talent Pool to support our vibrant McCarthy Stone Retirement Living developments, where you will be the first to hear when vacancies arise in your preferred locations. Hours: Typically 25 hours/week, Monday-Friday Salary: £17,381.42, + Bonus The role: This diverse role is perfect for someone passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and creating a vibrant retirement living community as a House Manager. In this role, no two days are the same and you will be responsible for ensuring high quality property management and home owner engagement. Key responsibilities for a House Manager: <ul> <li>The day-to-day operational running of the development </li> <li>Proactive and effective relationships with internal and external customers </li> <li>Representing and championing the McCarthy Stone brand at the development </li> <li>Promoting and driving activities for our Homeowners and driving a vibrant community</li></ul>You will bring: <ul> <li>Experience working in a customer centric environment </li> <li>Experience in multi-tasking and prioritising workload </li> <li>Emotional intelligence, self-awareness, empathy, and compassion </li> <li>Ability to problem solve, with a can-do attitude and hands on approach </li> <li>Time management, organisation and prioritisation </li></ul>As part of McCarthy &amp; Stone, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals. This includes courses such as basic first aid, safety in the workspace, Dementia Friends and many more. Benefits: <ul> <li>Life assurance</li> <li>Employee Assistant Programme</li> <li>Flexible working hours</li> <li>Annual bonus scheme</li> <li>2 Paid volunteering days per year</li> <li>Cycle to work scheme</li></ul>All House Manager applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, Applications will be screened as they are received and you will be advised if you have been selected to interview to join our House Manager talent pool for your preferred location(s). At McCarthy Stone, we celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of May 2024, McCarthy Stone operates 538 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2024 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

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