Project officer - homelessness

Your new company We are recruiting a project officer to work within a supported housing project based in Wigan, supporting vulnerable people/families who are eventually hoping to secure permanent housing/accommodation.Your new role As a Project Officer, you will play a key role in supporting residents to help them achieve their goals, develop independent living and life skills, and you will build excellent relationships with residents, colleagues and professionals from external agencies.The role will also involve travelling across the borough to support and manage a caseload in their individual home environment as well as within our staffed scheme.You will have the ability to relate well to a vulnerable client base from a wide variety of backgrounds, demonstrate empathy and provide service users with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment. A flexible and enthusiastic approach is essential within the team whilst ensuring that the highest standard of service is provided at all times.This is a part-time role working 17.5 hours per week, working a ten-week rota, to include evenings and weekends. Shifts are 8am to 4pm or 8am to 8pm, and you will be expected to manage your caseload within these times.What you''ll need to succeed The successful candidate will have the ability to use a range of IT Software Packages and you must have experience of working in a busy office environment. You will have the ability to calmly deal with emergency situations, and you will be able to ..... full job details .....