Homeless Recovery Worker

JOB-20240911-46972578

Job Title:
Homeless Recovery Worker

Specialism:
Homeless Services

Location:
Southampton, UK

Salary:
£23.00 Hourly

Type:
Hourly

Dive into a fulfilling role as a Homeless Recovery Worker in the vibrant city of Southampton. This three-month block booking offers both full-time and part-time opportunities to make a tangible impact on the lives of some of the city's most vulnerable individuals. As a locum worker, you will earn a competitive hourly rate of £23.00, while enjoying the flexibility and variety that come with locum work. Say goodbye to monotony and embrace the dynamic and rewarding challenges that each day will bring.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of working hours that suit you.
• Competitive Pay: Maximise your income with an attractive hourly rate.
• Professional Growth: Gain diverse experience to boost your CV.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from the freedom to create your own schedule.
• Travel Opportunities: Explore the city of Southampton with opportunities for new experiences around every corner.

What you will do:

• Deliver proactive street outreach, identifying and engaging rough sleepers, including those who have disengaged from services.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments, risk evaluations, and personalised recovery/support plans for each service user.
• Manage a caseload, coordinating care pathways including housing, substance misuse treatment, and mental health services.
• Support service users into emergency, temporary, and long-term accommodation, including resettlement planning.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care, Substance Misuse, Housing, or a related discipline, or relevant experience.

Registration & Compliance:

• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Knowledge of safeguarding adults and children frameworks.
• Understanding of relevant legislation including the Housing Act, Care Act 2014, and GDPR.

Experience:

• Experience working with vulnerable adults within homelessness, substance misuse, mental health, or criminal justice settings.
• Proven ability to support individuals with multiple and complex needs.
• Experience of multi-agency working across statutory and voluntary services.
• Experience delivering person-centred, recovery-oriented support in community or outreach environments.

Join us in Southampton, a city brimming with cultural diversity, history, and coastal charm. With lush parks and a vibrant arts scene, there's something for everyone. Make a difference in a supportive and lively community where your work truly matters. Southampton awaits your enthusiasm and dedication to change lives and help rebuild futures.

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Apply now to join Homeless Recovery Worker in Southampton, UK and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.