Housing Support Worker (DA Service)

Job title:

Housing Support Worker (DA Service)

Company

Service Care Solutions

Job description

Job DescriptionEvening Assistant Domestic Abuse Support Worker
Ellesmere Port, Cheshire
£18,293 (Including Sleep payment)
20.5 hours per week (based on a rolling 3-week rota)Our client is a leading charity that provides quality support services to women, men, and families affected by domestic abuse, homelessness, and other challenges across Northwest England. With over 40 years of experience, we are dedicated to improving the safety, life opportunities, and long-term well-being of the people we support.Role Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Evening Assistant Domestic Abuse Support Worker to join our Rochdale Domestic Abuse Service. In this role, you will be responsible for providing trauma-informed, person-centred support to clients within safe accommodation during evening hours. Your work will empower individuals to rebuild their lives, make informed choices, and achieve independence.
Support worker key responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to clients in a safe and secure environment during evening hours.
• Assist in the move-in process for new clients, ensuring smooth transitions into safe accommodation.
• Facilitate evening group sessions and one-to-one support, helping clients make informed decisions and stay safe.
• Maintain accurate records, including client support plans, risk assessments, and incident reports.
• Ensure the security and upkeep of service premises, including monitoring CCTV and alarm systems.
• Work collaboratively with the team to promote client independence, safety, and engagement in service improvement.

Support worker requirements:

• Relevant qualification (e.g., Housing, Domestic Abuse, IDVA, ISVA) or equivalent experience.
• Extensive understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on individuals and families.
• Experience in providing trauma-informed support in safe accommodation or community settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and risk assessment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as part of a rota.
• Access to a car for work purposes is desirable.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience in a support role.
• Valid driver’s license, own vehicle, and business insurance.
• Enhanced DBS.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and engage in lone working situations.

The Package
This is a permanent, Support worker role,20.5 hours per week.Referral Bonus
If this permanent Support worker role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them.
If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.How to Apply
If you are interested in this Support worker role, please send your CV lee . mcmillan @ service care . org . uk or call me on 01772 208 966 discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this Support worker role doesn’t interest you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as I cover all housing-related vacancies across the region.

Expected salary

£18293 per year

Location

Ellesmere Port, Cheshire

Job date

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 01:24:13 GMT

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