Housing Support Worker

Job Advertisement: Housing Support WorkerLocation: Northampton/ Corby Postcode: NN1 1DE DBS Level: Enhanced Adult Service Users: Service users to be confirmed upon location confirmation.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Shift pattern – Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM / 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM, with 1 Saturday per month Car Driver Needed: Yes Own Vehicle Needed: Yes Valid Business Insurance: YesMain Duties: As a Housing Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in providing support and assistance to individuals in need.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Planning and delivering effective support and safety plans with service users, referring to specialist agencies as required.
Ensuring that properties are adequately equipped, maintained, furnished, and cleaned to provide a safe and comfortable living environment.
Supporting residents to understand their responsibilities to maintain their CAS-2 (or similar) and future accommodation.
Empowering and motivating service users to identify and achieve their desired outcomes, fostering independence and self-sufficiency.
Developing move-on plans with service users, identifying realistic options for their future homes and supporting their transition.

Lone Working: Yes Working from Home: Yes Number of Properties: 3 to 4Requirements:

Enhanced DBS clearance covering adults.
Previous experience in a housing support or similar role, with a strong understanding of support planning and service delivery.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with service users and external agencies.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
Valid UK driver's license and access to a vehicle with valid business insurance.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in need in Northampton/Corby.