At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide flexible, person-centred support to individuals facing housing and substance misuse challenges.
- Company: Exempt Accommodation Support Service based in Digbeth, focused on community outreach.
- Benefits: Travel expenses covered, supportive team environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Part office-based, part community role with excellent career development potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience in social support.
- Qualifications: Experience in support work or related fields, with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
The Exempt Accommodation Support Service is based at our main hub in Digbeth but provides outreach support across the city. We are looking for project workers to provide flexible, person-centred support to people aged 25 years plus who are precariously accommodated, have a history of homelessness or who are at risk of becoming homeless. It will primarily be supporting people living in exempt accommodation who have support needs relating to substance use, physical health and mental health.
The aims of this service are to provide additional support to improve access and sustainment of suitable accommodation for people engaging in structured drug and alcohol treatment, to reduce the scale of unmet housing need for this group of clients and to build evidence of housing-related need and effective interventions. The service will provide a range of practical support around finances, health and wellbeing, access to volunteering or training opportunities and integration into local communities as well as supporting continued engagement with treatment and tenancy sustainment.
This is a part office-based, part community-based role with a requirement to travel to accommodation providers and outreach sites. Travel expenses will be paid for any journeys undertaken.
Key tasks (selection of):
- Provide a person-centred service to individuals, taking a psychologically informed approach, advising and supporting to ensure that clients are given choice and control about how their support is delivered.
- Assist with practical support such as travel issues, settling into accommodation and addressing any immediate accommodation issues.
- Ensure individuals have access to key services, including health care, substance misuse, and wellbeing services.
- Manage an active caseload of clients, keeping effective and up to date records and monitoring outcomes through our CRM database system.
- To support with timely reporting information regarding visits, support plans and session notes.
Housing and Substance Misuse Worker - EANS - Exemp... employer: SIFA Fireside
Join our dedicated team at the Exempt Accommodation Support Service in Digbeth, where we prioritise a supportive and inclusive work culture that empowers employees to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals. We offer flexible working arrangements, comprehensive training, and opportunities for professional growth, all while ensuring you are well-supported in your role through regular supervision and collaboration with a passionate team. With a focus on community integration and personal development, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful employment in a rewarding environment.
