Two full-time, fixed term (Maternity Cover) Floating Support Workers to join our Floating Support Service, Monmouthshire. You will be required to work in people’s homes and in the local community between Monday-Friday managing your own caseload and diary.
About the role
Monmouthshire Floating Support provides housing related support to help individuals live autonomously, improve their financial capability and retain independence. You will work directly with individuals to build confidence, improve financial capability and support them to live independently with dignity and stability. Using a person-centred, systems-thinking approach, you will focus on what matters most to each person, providing practical, tailored support to help them secure and sustain a safe home.
You will support people with a range of experiences and needs, including substance misuse and offending backgrounds. The role can be challenging, but you will see the real impact of your work as people move from crisis towards independence.
You will join an experienced, supportive team and manager who will help you develop your skills and build strong partnerships with external agencies.
- Visit people in their homes across Monmouthshire
- Build trusted relationships and agree clear, achievable goals
- Create support plans and complete risk assessments
- Provide advice on budgeting, benefits, health, housing and tenancy management
- Help address rent arrears and access essential grants
- Work closely with Housing Options and partner agencies
- Signpost to specialist services and attend key appointments where required
Skills and Experience Needed
A driving licence and access to a car
- A passion to work with and enable people to live as independent a life as possible
- An enthusiasm and passion for making a difference to people’s lives
- A strong initiative and ability to work alone as well as being a great team player
- Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
Full list of duties and can found on the Job description.
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Floating Support Worker employer: Tai Pawb
Tai Pawb is an exceptional employer dedicated to promoting equality and social justice within the housing sector in Wales. With a flexible work culture that includes remote working options and a 4-day week, employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance while contributing to meaningful policy change. The organisation fosters professional growth through collaboration with key stakeholders and offers a supportive environment for those passionate about making a difference.
