First Support Worker

The Housing First support Worker will be responsible for coordinating and providing a person centered, strength-based support service to create long term sustainable tenancies by empowering individuals increasing independence, and maximising connectivity with the local community.

• People have the right to a home
• Flexible support is provided for as long as it is needed
• Housing and support are separate
• People have choice and control over all aspects of their lives
• The service is based upon individual's strengths, goals, and aspirations
• An active engagement approach is used
• A harm reduction approach is used.

Reporting to the Housing First Team Leader, the Housing First Support Worker is responsible for coordinating and providing a personalised, trauma informed support service to people experiencing multiple disadvantage experiencing systemic exclusion in line with Housing First Principles.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, meeting essential criteria and Enhanced DBS (dependent on role).