Housing Support Worker

Apricus Resourcing are looking for a Housing Support Worker for an ongoing, Full-Time locum role based within a charity in Stoke. Within this role you will provide Housing Related Support and recovery support people who have a history of failed accommodation placement, substance and/or alcohol misuse, criminality and often challenging and negative behaviours. You will manage a caseload of 8-9 clients. Part of your role will include advocating for residents where appropriate, helping residents arrange and attend scheduled appointments, for example, GP, Probation, Job Centre and substance misuse services. You will also conduct welfare checks. The manager is looking for candidates who have experience in working within substance misuse and/or housing – if you have experience in one of these areas you will still be considered as training & support can be offered to the right candidates. Experience in supported housing would also be highly advantageous as would understanding and knowledge of the harmful effects associated with rough sleeping, homelessness, drug and alcohol misuse and offending in relation to health, social welfare, housing, employability and personal relationships. The rate of pay for this role is between £18.50 per hour LTD / £15.70 PAYE and is based on a rolling 4-week basis with a view to extend or potentially go permanent. The role is based on a rolling Rota (Week 1 8am-4pm Week 2 9am-5pm Week 3 2pm-10pm) which also includes weekend work. Benefits of working via Apricus Resourcing include: * Weekly Payroll * Free Compliance including mandatory training & DBS * Dedicated Consultant * Free Uniform * High Street Discounts If you are interested and meet the criteria please hit apply now or contact the office directly as one of the team would be delighted to run through the finer details