Homeless Support Worker

Rochdale

37.5 hours pw

Temporary - Permanent

£17 Umbrella ph

Our client, a social housing provider in Rochdale is recruiting for a Housing Support Worker to work with those facing homelessness. There is scope for the role to become permanent, and great career progression opportunities in the new future to become a Team Leader.

Responsibilities of the Homeless Support Worker include:

• Managing a caseload of homeless clients
• Liaising with Local Authorities housing teams surrounding new applications
• Supporting in the maintenance of the client waiting list
• Assessing new clients support needs
• Ensuring clients understand, and abide by their tenancy agreements
• Enabling clients to access employment, education and training opportunities
• Safeguarding clients and reporting any concerns
• Monitoring tenants rent accounts and supporting them to maximise their income
• Promoting clients to live independently and build lasting life skills

Essential criteria of the Homeless Support Worker include:

• Enhanced DBS
• Experience within a similar supported living environment