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Housing Support Worker

Job Description

Housing Support Worker
Bethnal Green
Complex Needs
3 Months
40 Hours
£15.70 LTD / £13.38 PAYE (inc hol)

A Housing Association in Bethnal Green is seeking a dedicated Housing Support Worker to provide high-quality support to homeless men with substance misuse issues within a psychologically informed environment.


THE ROLE
As a Housing Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping residents stabilise their substance use, develop life skills, and move towards independent living.

  • Work as part of a team to create a safe and supportive environment

  • Carry out risk assessments and develop personalised support plans

  • Deliver high-quality support, including substance misuse interventions

  • Support residents with accessing health services, benefits, and training

  • Facilitate group activities, such as resident meetings and workshops

  • Collaborate with external agencies to ensure integrated support

  • Monitor and respond to safeguarding concerns, incidents, and anti-social behaviour


THE CANDIDATE
We are looking for a candidate with previous experience in a similar Housing Support Worker or Substance Misuse Support role.

  • Experience working with homeless individuals or those with substance misuse issues

  • Strong knowledge of risk assessments and support planning

  • Ability to handle challenging behaviour in a professional manner

  • Understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and multi-agency working

  • Strong communication and IT skills for accurate record-keeping


THE CONTRACT

  • 40 Hours per week – Shift-based role covering early (08:00-16:30) and late (14:00-22:30) shifts, including every other weekend

  • 3-Month Contract – Temp to Perm opportunity

  • Pay: £15.70 per hour LTD / £13.38 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday)


HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail!

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