Support Worker

Support Worker

Location: Bradford

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: £23,950 per annum

Our client is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to provide essential guidance and support to residents, helping them transition to independent accommodation. As a Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of their residents, while empowering them to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• On-board and off board residents, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed
• Introduce residents to the CHA Pathway and provide relevant information about their new property
• Explain the license agreement, house rules, and consequences of non-compliance to residents
• Assist residents with online housing benefit applications and license agreement signing
• Maintain internal software with housing benefit references and tenant documents
• Conduct weekly support sessions for residents
• Create and update risk assessments and support plans for each resident
• Connect residents with local support services and promptly respond to their inquiries
• Provide guidance for accessing food banks when necessary
• Manage resident expectations regarding housing

Qualifications:

• Compassionate and empathetic individual with a strong commitment to helping others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to complete paperwork accurately.
• Knowledge of housing benefit applications is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to changing service requirements.
• Knowledge of local support services and agencies is beneficial.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of residents and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply