Rapid Rehousing Pathway Navigator
Location
Ellesmere Port, Cheshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
As part of our Housing Managed Contract, you’ll ensure that people sleeping rough can access local systems. You’ll coordinate support services, work with stakeholders and provide support to enable clients to move away from living on the streets.
Why ForHousing?
• STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
• Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
• Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.
What you’ll be doing:
• Managing a caseload of customers who are ready to move away from living on the streets
• Being a single point of contact for customers who are sleeping rough, supporting through pathway systems to resettlement support
• Building trust with customers, using effective, personalised and creative support, and psychologically informed techniques
• Helping customers build confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing
What we’re looking for:
• NVQ level 2/3 in social care, or equivalent
• Knowledge of homelessness legislation and practice
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on
[email protected].
Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early, depending on application volumes.
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Salary
£27.1k per annum