Housing Support Worker - Casual

Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for several Housing Support Workers to work in the Preston and surrounding areas.  

You will be working on an Adhoc basis (As and when), with the opportunity to discuss any contract positions available, as and when they arise.

As a Housing Support Worker, you will be providing resettlement support to clients within the sheltered housing project and dispersed tenancies.

Some of your duties and responsibilities will be as follows:

• Supporting vulnerable young people or adults with the following needs: Drug and Alcohol Misuse, Sexual Exploitation, Domestic Violence and Mental Health
• Working as part of a small team
• Carrying out client needs and risk assessment for all referrals
• Supporting tenants through individual resettlement support plans
• Working in a number of different Hostel environments
• To ensure clients comply with their tenancy agreement
• Supporting clients with welfare rights, budgeting, employment, education, and training
• Liaising with all relevant housing agencies to find suitable move on accommodation for tenants
• Develop links with the local community
• Ensure communication systems are accurately maintained and up to date
• Maintenance of the Health and Safety incident and accident records
• To be aware of and work within agreed organisation policies and procedures

Requirements for the role:

• Enhanced DBS Check (A check will need to be carried out if no current DBS is in place)
• Full UK Driving Licence and Car (Ideally but not essential)

Hours 

This can vary from part-time to full-time hours, on a Adhoc/casual basis.

Opportunity to be pick up a variety of shifts that suit your availability

Opportunity to discuss contract positions