Housing Support Worker - Homelessness Services 3-Month Temporary Contract Adult Homelessness Service £15.75 per hour ⏰ Immediate Start Available Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable adults to rebuild their independence and move forward with their lives? We are recruiting for a Housing Support Worker to join a busy homelessness service on a 3-month temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in housing, homelessness, supported accommodation, social care, or community support services who is looking to make a genuine difference. The Role Working within a supported housing environment, you will play a key role in helping residents sustain their accommodation and move towards independent living. The service supports adults who may have experienced homelessness, social exclusion, trauma, substance misuse, mental health challenges, or complex life circumstances. Your responsibilities will include: Building positive and professional relationships with residents. Supporting individuals to develop independent living skills. Assisting residents with benefit claims, budgeting, rent payments, and financial wellbeing. Working alongside internal teams to help reduce rent arrears and tenancy issues. Carrying out health and safety and compliance checks throughout the building. Managing challenging situations and responding appropriately to incidents of anti-social behaviour. Maintaining accurate records and supporting residents through person-centred support planning. Delivering support in a trauma-informed and strengths-based manner. About You We are looking for someone who has: Experience within homelessness, housing support, supported accommodation, social care, mental health, or related services. A good understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable adults. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Experience managing challenging behaviour and difficult situations professionally. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office. The ability to work independently and use their own initiative. Knowledge of safeguarding, professional boundaries, and health & safety. Important Information ✅ Enhanced DBS required ✅ A DBS on the Update Service is highly desirable due to the speed of hire required ✅ Immediate interviews available for suitable candidates If you're looking for your next opportunity within homelessness services and can start quickly, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Today Call Joe on (phone number removed) for more information or to register your interest
Hosuing Support Officer in Bristol employer: Brook Street Social Care
Join a compassionate and dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. With competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, and comprehensive training opportunities, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and growth. Located in a community-focused environment, this role offers unique advantages such as enhanced allowances and access to employee discounts, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a fulfilling career in youth support.
