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Housing Support Worker
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Hugglescote, United Kingdom
Job Description
Job Opportunity: Housing Support Worker - Local Authority (Part-Time)
Location: LE67 4JP
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ months
Working Hours: Part-Time, 18 hours per week
Pay Rate: £14.43 per hour
Are you passionate about supporting older or vulnerable individuals to live independently? We're seeking a dedicated Housing Support Worker to join our clients team on a part-time basis, delivering essential support to tenants in supported independent living and sheltered housing properties. The successful candidate must be local as role requires multiple daily visits/contacts across the district. Please note: no personal care required.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Assess tenants' needs, develop support plans, and provide assistance that promotes independence, dignity, and rights. Ensure assessments are regularly reviewed and updated.
Facilitate access to social, health, and well-being services. Work closely with other Council departments and Housing Services teams, such as Housing Repairs.
Take the lead in organising and designing social, health, and well-being activities within sheltered housing schemes. Empower residents to shape and develop these activities, ensuring regular scheme meetings and consultations.
Provide advice on local services, rights, and entitlements. Advocate for tenants where needed and assist with accessing and completing necessary forms.Requirements:
Have access to a vehicle during working hours, which must be insured to the Councils requirements for business use.
Knowledge and understanding of both physical and mental health related problems and the diverse needs of elderly and vulnerable customers.
Strong interpersonal skills and a compassionate approach.
Ability to organise and facilitate community activities.
Knowledge of housing and support services is an advantage.
Good knowledge of assistive technology support solutions.Disclaimer: By applying for this role, you give consent for your information to be forwarded to our Client(s) and information of which may be retained within our databases therefore also agreeing to be represented by i-jobs with respect of the vacancy you're applying
Location: Hugglescote, GB
Posted Date: 11/26/2024
Location: LE67 4JP
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ months
Working Hours: Part-Time, 18 hours per week
Pay Rate: £14.43 per hour
Are you passionate about supporting older or vulnerable individuals to live independently? We're seeking a dedicated Housing Support Worker to join our clients team on a part-time basis, delivering essential support to tenants in supported independent living and sheltered housing properties. The successful candidate must be local as role requires multiple daily visits/contacts across the district. Please note: no personal care required.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Assess tenants' needs, develop support plans, and provide assistance that promotes independence, dignity, and rights. Ensure assessments are regularly reviewed and updated.
Facilitate access to social, health, and well-being services. Work closely with other Council departments and Housing Services teams, such as Housing Repairs.
Take the lead in organising and designing social, health, and well-being activities within sheltered housing schemes. Empower residents to shape and develop these activities, ensuring regular scheme meetings and consultations.
Provide advice on local services, rights, and entitlements. Advocate for tenants where needed and assist with accessing and completing necessary forms.Requirements:
Have access to a vehicle during working hours, which must be insured to the Councils requirements for business use.
Knowledge and understanding of both physical and mental health related problems and the diverse needs of elderly and vulnerable customers.
Strong interpersonal skills and a compassionate approach.
Ability to organise and facilitate community activities.
Knowledge of housing and support services is an advantage.
Good knowledge of assistive technology support solutions.Disclaimer: By applying for this role, you give consent for your information to be forwarded to our Client(s) and information of which may be retained within our databases therefore also agreeing to be represented by i-jobs with respect of the vacancy you're applying
Location: Hugglescote, GB
Posted Date: 11/26/2024
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