Support Worker (Homelessness)

Support Worker (Homelessness)
LOCATION:    Guildford, Surrey
SALARY:        £24,000 – £25,000 per annum
DURATION:   Permanent
HOURS:           37.5hrs per week (Including 1 to 2 sleep in shifts per week and 1 weekend shift per month)
ROLE SUMMARY:
You will be working for a large national charity who provide housing and support to homeless and vulnerable adults - joining a small and friendly team of Support Workers working in their Guildford service.
Support and accompany residents to attend essential appointments and signpost residents to relevant services and community-based projects.
Actively engage clients in their support and developing and improving our services.
Help assess potential new residents.
Liaise with external agencies.
Develop person-centred Support Plans and Risk Management Plans based on the residents’ identified support needs to develop the skills and resources to transform their lives and enable independent living. PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Instinctively work in a manner that aligns fully with the organisation values, demonstrating energy and passion, along with a positive, can-do attitude in your daily contribution to transforming lives.
Be a great communicator, building trusting and professional relationships.
Be passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Empower people to develop their skills, strengths, and talents.
Be comfortable dealing with difficult or complex situations and have a high level of resilience.
Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children, and young people.
Be able to participate in our 24-hour shift rota system (sleep-ins)   
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Experience supporting vulnerable service users.
A DBS certificate or willingness to apply for a new one (we would cover costs)   
For more information on this role please contact Nathan Jackson on (phone number removed) or apply with an up-to-date CV