Homeless Support Worker

Homeless Support Worker
Wokingham
0800-1500/1430-2200/0900-1700
2130-0830
£11.54 per hour
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in lives of homeless individuals? Do you have a heart for those in need and desire to provide crucial support? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Homeless Support Worker.
This role would suit someone who has experience dealing with challenging behaviour’s and situations. You will need to be resilient, confident and hard working to thrive in this position.
Your Responsibilities:
As a Homeless Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping homeless individuals regain stability and improve their quality of life. Your responsibilities will include:
· Supporting people experiencing homelessness.
· Maintain safety within the facility, handle incidents, and contact external services when needed.
· Monitoring security through CCTV, ensuring a safe environment for young residents.
· Performing safety checks and welfare checks through the night.
· Ad hoc administrative tasks when required.
· Provide basic First Aid assistance until help arrives- Full training provided.
· Supporting young clients in managing their homes and lives effectively, covering aspects such as benefits, budgeting, and neighbour relations.
· Develop practical life skills tailored to the unique needs of young people, including budgeting, shopping, cooking, housework, laundry, health, and hygiene.
Desirable Requirements:
· Previous experience in homeless support, social work, or a related field is a plus.
· Compassion and empathy for homeless individuals.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Basic computer skills for record-keeping.
· Valid online DBS for Adults and Children.
· Valid UK Driver’s License.
Benefits:
· Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.
· Training and professional development opportunities.
· A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Join us in creating positive change and providing a pathway for a brighter future for young individuals. Be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a lasting difference in the community.