Housing Support Worker
| Posting date: | 15 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,081 to £28,500 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2024 |
| Location: | Leeds, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Foundation |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | INS998172 |
Summary
Our Way Leeds is looking for Housing Support Workers!
The service provides a wide range of support and accommodation for young people aged 16 to 20 living in Leeds.
As a Housing Support Worker, you will play a key role in our clients’ journeys to independent living.
You will work creatively to carry out care plans designed to make young users of our service thrive in a safe and stable home.
Your responsibilities will include building supportive relationships, assisting with the creation and implementation of support plans, collaborating with fellow team members, and working independently when necessary.
If you have…
• Experience working with vulnerable young people aged 16 to 20
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and motivate positive change
• Knowledge of housing options and relevant procedures
• Proficiency in record-keeping and administration
…then we think this role would be great for you!
What’s in it for you?
Well, as part of the Foundation team you’ll make a difference to people’s lives from the moment you start. We’re committed to providing an environment in which you can be yourself and thrive. You will benefit from:
• Commitment to flexible working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
• Many learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling and GP services
• Employer contributory pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits
• Care workers discounts
• Access to our Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility Network etc.
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Corporate Health Plan
We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse and exciting region we serve and are proudly and actively anti-racist as such you are expected to drive the agenda forward.
As an organisation we believe people can only be at their best and thrive when they can be their authentic selves! If you are ready to be part of an organisation that changes lives and strengthens communities, we would love to hear from you!
For an informal chat about the role please contact Leanne Rivers, Team Leader, via email leanne.rivers@foundationuk.org or phone 07891838569.
We encourage you to apply early as your application will be reviewed as soon as it is received, and we reserve the right to close this job advert sooner subject to finding a suitable candidate.
Good Luck!
The service provides a wide range of support and accommodation for young people aged 16 to 20 living in Leeds.
As a Housing Support Worker, you will play a key role in our clients’ journeys to independent living.
You will work creatively to carry out care plans designed to make young users of our service thrive in a safe and stable home.
Your responsibilities will include building supportive relationships, assisting with the creation and implementation of support plans, collaborating with fellow team members, and working independently when necessary.
If you have…
• Experience working with vulnerable young people aged 16 to 20
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and motivate positive change
• Knowledge of housing options and relevant procedures
• Proficiency in record-keeping and administration
…then we think this role would be great for you!
What’s in it for you?
Well, as part of the Foundation team you’ll make a difference to people’s lives from the moment you start. We’re committed to providing an environment in which you can be yourself and thrive. You will benefit from:
• Commitment to flexible working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
• Many learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling and GP services
• Employer contributory pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits
• Care workers discounts
• Access to our Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility Network etc.
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Corporate Health Plan
We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse and exciting region we serve and are proudly and actively anti-racist as such you are expected to drive the agenda forward.
As an organisation we believe people can only be at their best and thrive when they can be their authentic selves! If you are ready to be part of an organisation that changes lives and strengthens communities, we would love to hear from you!
For an informal chat about the role please contact Leanne Rivers, Team Leader, via email leanne.rivers@foundationuk.org or phone 07891838569.
We encourage you to apply early as your application will be reviewed as soon as it is received, and we reserve the right to close this job advert sooner subject to finding a suitable candidate.
Good Luck!