Job type
TemporaryLocation
SalfordWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Social HousingIndustry
Property & Real EstatePay
Up to £17.60 per hourClosing date
25 Jun 2024
Project Worker - Supported Housing - Full time - Ongoing temp
Hays are currently looking to recruit experienced Project Workers on behalf of one of our Social Housing clients based in Salford who offer supported housing to vulnerable clients who have living within the community. This is a full-time role, 36 hours per week (Mon to Fri) on an ongoing temporary basis with temp to perm opportunities for the right candidates.
Our client has a number of dispersed properties within the areas of Salford, Rochdale and Bury so are looking for candidates who drive & have access to their own vehicle as an essential for the role, as you will be out & about during the week visiting clients who are in your caseload, supporting them with independent living & tenancy sustainment. Mileage will be paid when travelling to properties from the office at 45p per mile.
Your new role
Supporting clients with any queries relating to their housing & welfare benefit entitlements and assisting with applications
Conducting regular property inspections and checks to ensure health & safety standards are maintained, reporting any required repairs or safeguarding concerns, and managing void properties
Assess and process possible admissions into the accommodation, advising on Short-Hold Tenancy Agreements and tenants handbook
Liaising with various external agencies on behalf of clients such as Social Workers, GP's, Health Visitors, Housing Benefit, and The Home Office
Risk assessing clients based on individual circumstances/backgrounds, and implementing support plans based on needs specific to the individual
What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience of providing housing & tenancy management services, support and advice to vulnerable clients, preferably Asylum Seekers/Refugees
Good knowledge of welfare rights and housing benefit system
Driving licence with access to own vehicle
Experience of working in unsupervised situations and ability to work to own initiative, as well as experience of ascertaining & assessing the needs of individuals
What you'll get in return
Weekly pay
Hourly rates up to £17.60 per hour
Mileage allowance (45p per mile)
PAYE/Umbrella pay option
Temp to perm potential
What you need to do now
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