Senior Homeless Support Worker

Job description

We have a current opportunity for a Senior Homeless Support Worker on a permanent basis. The position will be based in Birmingham. For further information about this position please apply.

*An Enhanced DBS will be required to start - Child and Adult cleared*



Responsibilities of a Senior Homeless Support Worker

• You will spend your time offering a 1:1 support service to service users, enabling them to live as independently as they can
• Carrying a small caseload of less than 15 - helping the service manager with day to day runnings of the team
• Working out roatas on a monthly basis
• Provide a crucial role line managing a small team of Support Workers, under the guidance of the Project Manager, conducting regular supervisions and case management sessions
• Work closely with our service users to work on developing their independence, seeking out opportunities for them to learn, work and get involved in community and social activities
• Assisting with housing related support - applying for housing / benefits
• Carrying out routine health and safety checks

Requirements of a Senior Homeless Support Worker

• Proven track record of working in homeless support
• DBS on the update service or issued within the last 12 months *needs to be child and adult cleared*
• Able to start asap and hit the ground running
• A driver isn't essential but ideal - will need to be able to commute around the Birmingham area

Please apply if you feel you meet the above criteria for a Senior Homeless Support Worker.

For further details please call the office on 0121 631 5930.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.