Supported Housing Officer

Central Recruitment is working with a respected organisation that provides high-quality housing and support services to some of London’s most vulnerable individuals. Our client is currently recruiting for two Supported Housing Officers to work at an all-male hostel in the Camden area. The service provides temporary accommodation and support for single homeless men with a broad range of support needs including substance misuse, mental ill-health and those under MAPPA. * 35 hours per week * Monday - Sunday (rota basis) * Shifts: 08:00 - 16:00 and 12:00 - 20:00 (requirement to work 1 weekend per month) * Temporary: approx. 6 months, with the possibility of transferring to permanent * £19.29 per hour (£16.84 per hour, with £2.45 holiday pay) Key responsibilities: * Manage a caseload of 8 clients and deliver regular key work sessions * Complete risk/needs assessments and support plans * Assess referrals in line with policies and procedures * Provide a welcoming and efficient reception service * Maintain building security and conduct regular house rounds * Arrange lettings and explain occupancy agreements to new residents * Ensure rooms are clean and ready prior to new lettings * Support residents to maximise outcomes and sustain accommodation * Refer residents to appropriate internal and external services * Provide welfare rights advice and liaise with the benefits agency and local authority * Assess and support residents with resettlement plans * Manage arrears and occupancy breaches in line with procedures * Report maintenance issues and arrange emergency repairs What we’re looking for: * Experience supporting clients facing homelessness, mental health, substance use and MAPPA * Experience managing a caseload and completing risk/needs assessments * Experience handling complex situations involving vulnerable adults * Ability to liaise effectively with external agencies and service providers * Experience delivering housing-related support to vulnerable clients * IT skills including data entry, databases and Microsoft Outlook Further requirements: In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria: * Current valid right to work in the UK * Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise) * A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60) * Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process How to apply: If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration. *Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position