Housing Officer, Social Work

Overview

At One YMCA, we're dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward greater independence, and we are currently seeking a Supported Housing Officer to join our team.

• Support 12+ residents with their tenancy and licence agreements, ensuring they fully understand and adhere to their responsibilities.
• Take appropriate legal tenancy action as required.
• Attend court proceedings to support and complete legal processes for tenancy actions.
• Develop and implement personalised support plans and risk assessments to help residents maintain stable accommodation.
• Foster engagement and promote well-being, encouraging residents to participate in activities that build their independence and social connections.

• Experience in housing support or a related field, with a sound understanding of tenancy law and processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to support and advocate for residents effectively.
• A proactive and empathetic approach when working with vulnerable adults.
• The ability to balance supportive responsibilities with legal obligations in a professional manner.

We are unable to offer visa sponsorship and can only accept applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK. As some roles involve working with vulnerable individuals, a Basic or Enhanced DBS check may be required following a conditional job offer.

This is a Full Time role. Hours per week: 37.5. Working pattern:
Working five days out of seven on a rota basis, with a combination of early and late shifts, including regular weekend working.