Our client, based in Buckinghamshire, is currently recruiting for a Supported Housing Officer on an initial 3 month temporary contract with the view for the role going permanent.

The position is due to start immediately. The hourly rate of pay is negotiable up to £18.50 per hour via an Umbrella company and the annual salary for the role is £29,848.00 per annum.

The ideal candidate will have an Enhanced DBS certificate dated within the last three years and previous experience within a similar role.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing support to clients with various support needs including young people and those suffering from a range of mental health issues and substance abuse issues

• Assisting tenants to sustain their tenancies by offering sound housing-related advice

• Undertaking support plans and risk assessments to meet the needs of the individual client

• Assisting clients with applications for Universal Credit and helping service users to access their maximum benefit entitlement

• Liaising with external agencies, such as Social Services, families and other carers to help implement plans and enhance the support received

• Pointing service users in the direction of independence so they are able to function on their own

• Supporting residents to overcome isolation by encouraging participation and involvement

• Organising activities for residents to promote positive behaviour and individual development

Experience required:

• Experience developing support plans and conducting risk assessment

• Working with a vulnerable client group including those with a history of homelessness

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Able to work autonomously and deal with challenging situations

• Knowledge of mental health and substance misuse issues

• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of Housing legislation

Working hours:

• 37.5 hours per week

• Working shifts on a rota basis – 8:00am to 4:00pm; 11:00pm to 7:00pm and 2:00pm to 10:00pm

• Occasional weekend and bank holiday working

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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