At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with rough sleepers and support them in achieving independent living.
- Company: Join a dedicated homelessness outreach team making a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, meaningful work, and the chance to help those in need.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on vulnerable lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in supporting vulnerable adults and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 22.86 - 22.86 £ per hour.
We're recruiting for an experienced Rough Sleeper Support Worker to join a dedicated homelessness outreach team in Walsall. This rewarding role involves supporting vulnerable adults, rough sleepers, former offenders and individuals with complex needs to access accommodation, develop life skills and achieve independent living.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct outreach across Walsall to engage rough sleepers and respond to referrals.
- Complete risk and needs assessments and develop support plans.
- Support clients to secure and sustain accommodation.
- Deliver one-to-one and group-based life skills support.
- Encourage engagement with education, employment and support services.
- Assist with benefits, appointments and accessing specialist services.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met.
- Participate in an out-of-hours, weekends and bank holiday rota as required.
Requirements
- Experience supporting vulnerable adults within homelessness, housing or social care.
- Strong assessment, support planning and communication skills.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and working with complex needs.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Rough Sleep Support Worker employer: Lynx Employment Services
Join our dedicated team in Walsall as a Rough Sleeper Support Worker, where you will make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable adults. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development, offering training opportunities and a collaborative environment. With competitive pay and the chance to engage directly with the community, this role is perfect for those seeking a rewarding career in social care.
