This post sits within LinkLiving's HoME service, which provides intensive housing management support to Link Housing Association tenants at risk of losing their tenancies. The work centres on one-to-one practical and emotional support, helping tenants keep their homes in order while working alongside Housing Officers and the wider Mental Health & Wellbeing Services team. It is a trauma-informed role with a high level of multiagency working, 21 hours a week over three days, and travel across the wider Edinburgh area. Own vehicle and a full driving licence are essential.
What the job involves
- Provide individually tailored one-to-one practical and emotional support
- Help tenants maintain their homes and address tenancy difficulties
- Focus on the safety and wellbeing of clients in a supportive environment
- Work closely with Housing Officers and the Mental Health & Wellbeing Services team
- Work with a range of agencies to support clients
- Build relationships and partnerships with voluntary and statutory organisations
Qualifications
- Good standard of general education
Experience
- Experience supporting clients with a range of issues and complex needs
- Understanding of the challenges faced by people with complex needs
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of grants and resources for people on low incomes
- Strong grasp of the skills needed to live independently
- Excellent written, verbal and digital communication
- Comfortable using IT systems, including online client management platforms
- Building meaningful relationships with partner organisations
- Adaptability
Checks & eligibility
- Full driving licence and access to own vehicle
- PVG membership, with no barring for work with children or protected adults
Other
- Non-judgemental mindset and commitment to diversity
- Proactive team player who works openly and honestly
- Managing own workload and prioritising effectively
- Welcomes feedback and reflective practice
What’s offered
- 35 days' holiday a year including public holidays, pro rata, rising by 3 days after 3 years' service
- Annual salary review with scope for performance-related increases and discretionary pay awards
- Enhanced company sick and family friendly pay
- Paid SVQ qualifications and learning and development
- Funded Disclosure Scotland and Scottish Social Services Council memberships
- Defined contribution pension with generous employer contributions and salary exchange
- Life assurance, healthcare cash plan and employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme and car leasing scheme
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HoME Project Worker (Mental Health & Wellbeing Service) employer: Link Group
Link is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and transparent work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries, extensive benefits including generous holiday allowances, professional training opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance through hybrid working options, Link fosters an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally in the heart of Edinburgh.
