Housing Support Worker Bow (E3) Homelessness and Mental Health focused Homelessness Service 12 Weeks 40 Hours 15.70 LTD / 13.38 PAYE (inc hol)Are you experienced in homelessness and mental health support? This Housing Support Worker role in Bow (E3) offers a chance to make a real difference by supporting individuals to stabilise their lives and prepare for independent living.THE ROLE You will support homeless individuals with mental health and substance abuse challenges, helping them access appropriate services.Create a safe and psychologically informed environmentConduct assessments and develop user-led support plansProvide high-quality support with life skills and appointmentsManage a caseload of key clients, including those with complex needsFacilitate group activitiesLiaise with internal and external partnersMonitor and report incidents, ensuring compliance with Health and SafetyTHE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role within homelessness and supported housing services.Experience working with individuals with substance misuse and challenging behaviourAbility to handle emergency situations calmlyUnderstanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and personal care needsAbility to assess risks and create user-led support plansKnowledge of mental health, substance misuse, and service user involvement THE CONTRACT 40 Hours Per Week, Early and Late Shifts on 7-day Rota - 8:00 to 16:30 / 13:30 to 22:00 12 Weeks, potential extension or perm The pay ..... full job details .....