Housing Support & Independence Officer

Your Housing Group; St Helens; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social landlord in St Helens is seeking a dedicated Project Officer (Support Worker) to support vulnerable adults and families at their homeless lodge. This full-time role involves providing key work support, managing a caseload, and building relationships to help customers achieve independent living. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, cultural awareness, and problem-solving abilities. The role offers a salary of £23,216 per year, 25 days annual leave, and various employee benefits, including a pension plan and health and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Contributory pension

Healthcare cash plan

Discount scheme for cinema and gym memberships

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults and families.
• Ability to build strong working relationships.
• Administrative skills in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Support residents to achieve their goals.
• Create family-centered, holistic support packages.
• Perform administrative duties and housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Cultural awareness

Problem-solving abilities

Experience in a busy office environment

Ability to use software packages

Collaborative team player

Ability to work using own initiative

Flexible and enthusiastic approach

Job description

A leading social landlord in St Helens is seeking a dedicated Project Officer (Support Worker) to support vulnerable adults and families at their homeless lodge. This full-time role involves providing key work support, managing a caseload, and building relationships to help customers achieve independent living. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, cultural awareness, and problem-solving abilities. The role offers a salary of £23,216 per year, 25 days annual leave, and various employee benefits, including a pension plan and health and wellbeing programs.