Reconnect+ Support Worker

Role: Reconnect+ Support WorkerBased: Lewisham/New CrossRate: £15.50 PAYE or £20ph umbStart Date: ASAPDuration: Temp ongoingHours: Mon Fri 9am 5pm Our client, a specialist charity, are recruiting for a Reconnect+ Support Worker to provide specialist person centred support services to women with multiple needs such as substance misuse issues and/or mental health issues on release from prison. Synopsis of duties:Take responsibility for the effective day to day management and smooth operation of the project. Complete star needs assessments; draft, implement and regularly review a trauma informed, person centred, support and action plan to meet the individual needs of women referred to the project. Carry out thorough risk assessments in conjunction with the women and any other relevant agencies, implement person centred risk management plan and regular reviews. Carry out initial assessments of new referrals. Provide effective advice and advocacy services to ensure that women receive their statutory rights in respect of housing, benefits, etc. Ensure effective partnership working with other relevant agencies. Provide resettlement advice and support to women who have left the project. Develop and run group sessions/activities which meet the needs of the women and aims of the project. Participate in the Out of Hours on call rota as required. Ensure that women accessing the Project understand and comply with the Service User Agreement and the terms of their occupancy agreements. ..... full job details .....