Housing Support Worker

at  The Salvation Army

Working hours: 35 hours per week (To be worked across 5 days per week, a mixture of Early shifts and Late shifts and will include alternative weekends (Flexibility to work across 4 days can be requested, to be discussed and agreed)
Interview Date: To be confirmed

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A ROLE WHERE YOU CAN MAKE A ‘REAL DIFFERENCE’ TO VULNERABLE ADULT LIVES?

We have an exciting Housing Support Worker opportunity (Internally known within The Salvation Army as Support Worker), to join our friendly team.
New Direction is a Salvation Army Life house (resettlement centre) located in Braintree, Essex. The centre provides accommodation and support based on individual needs to 14 individuals aged 18 and above who have experienced homelessness.
We are located in the town centre and are delighted to be able to offer free parking to our staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The role of the support worker with The Salvation Army is an inspirational one and is key to achieving successful outcomes for clients. As a motivated and dynamic Support Worker you will be responsible for developing and delivering a high-quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. Please note: There is no personal care to the clients involved in this role. You will address client support needs, enable them to achieve positive life changes and ultimately empower them to lead more sustainable lifestyles.
There is occasional lone working, but we have an excellent on call system and numerous systems in place to support lone working staff.