Floating Support & Housing Options Officer
Encompass LATC Ltd
Sutton, Greater London
Floating Support & Housing Options Officer
£34,416 per annum + PRP + Benefits
Sutton SM1
Closing Date: 26/03/2023
Encompass delivers a wide range of services including homelessness support and adult social care.
For this job role, you will be working with the Housing Advice, Information & Assessment Service and will be focusing on supporting the service user to resolve current homelessness and improve their wellbeing.
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In this job role you will:
- Provide support, assistance & coaching to households who are homeless
- Take a casework approach to meet the needs of service users assisting them to access relevant services
- Motivate service users to take action to improve their life chances
- Develop and review solution-focused and person-centred action and support plans
We are looking for someone who has:
- A good understanding of Housing Options and relevant legislation
- Significant experience of providing information, advice and guidance to members of the public in a complex environment
- Experience of motivational interviewing or similar intervention techniques
What we offer:
- Performance Related Pay (PRP) – up to 10% of salary
- 6.5% employers' pension contribution
- Flexible working from the office in Sutton and home
- 23 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Regular wellbeing activities
All post holders must have the right to work in the UK, may be subject to a Disclosure Barring Service check and other relevant employment clearances. A copy of our policy on recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available on request.
Interviews
These may be held in person.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter outlining why you are the right candidate for this job role.
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