Housing, Health and Communities
Homeless Support Worker
£24,702 - £26,421 per annum
37 hours per week
9 Month Fixed-Term Contract

The temporary accommodation team provide safe, cost-effective temporary accommodation for homeless people within Warwick District Council and support the housing options officers in securing move-on pathways to permanent rehousing.

The Homeless Support Worker will have to deal with clients regularly providing at least one face to face support session and property inspection weekly.

You will have a caseload of clients where you will be required to undertake support in line with their assessed needs to ensure an effective support and housing management service is provided.

Undertake weekly or as appropriate welfare visits to clients within temporary accommodation to provide support, advice and guidance accommodation. Complete property inspections and update on the system, ensuring that all repairs are reported promptly and monitored to ensure timely completions.

Support households in improving their health and social well-being and advocate on their behalf to engage with the appropriate agencies and services as required.

A full driving licence and a car with business insurance cover is essential.

Experience of working with complex households and delivering effective housing management support while in temporary accommodation essential.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note this post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

This post is based at our offices within Warwick District and is not suitable for home or hybrid working.

If you have any questions or wish to have an informal discussion about the post, please contact Emma Burke, Homeless Services Manager by email emma.burke@warwickdc.gov.uk or telephone on 01926 453448.

This is a re-advertisement - previous applicants need not apply.

Closing date: 6th September 2024

Interview date: 10th September 2024

Please click on the following link to see the range of benefits we offer range of benefits

It is our policy that we do not accept CVs as part of your application, please complete the application below and email to vacancies@warwickdc.gov.uk

Recruitment agencies are asked not to contact us; we will come to you if your services are required.