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Location

Halifax, West Yorkshire | United Kingdom

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Job description

We are currently recruiting for two Wellbeing and Engagement Worker's to join Craven Mount in Halifax. Craven Mount is a service for people who have experienced homelessness, including rough sleeping. Craven Mount provides eight units of self-contained accommodation with staff on site 24 hours a day 365 days a year. This role will be 15 hours per week.

The role

In this role you will work alongside the Manager and Support Coach to provide and maintain a safe and supportive environment. Key to this will be exploring the interests of the people living at Craven Mount and supporting them to engage in a range of activates, one-to-one and in groups, both at Craven Mount and within the community.

As a Wellbeing and Engagement Worker, you will engage with those living at Craven Mount in a range of internal and external activities, gaining an awareness of each individual’s needs and circumstances. You will respond to any incidents in a calm and timely manner, liaising with third parties where appropriate, such as police and ambulance services. Finally you will ensure all notes are kept up to date and take on any domestic duties as necessary.

What we are looking for

Knowledge of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness including rough sleeping. This knowledge could have been gained through lived experience or in a paid or voluntary capacity
Knowledge of the challenges faced by people experiencing multiple disadvantages including drug and alcohol dependency.
A respectful and clear approach to communicating with others
Passionate about people using their talents and abilities to solve their own problems
Possess high levels of emotion intelligence and resilience
IT literate

What Horton offers in return?

In return, this role is offering a salary of £10.90. The role also offers excellent benefits including 30 days annual leave, contributory healthcare plan, flexibility in hours and exceptional training and development opportunities.

How to apply

Please upload your CV and covering letter, detailing how you meet the essential criteria.

Closing: 17th March

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Salary

£10.9 per hour