Supported Housing Officer

Supported Housing Officer
Location: Bradford
Hours: 35 per week - Flexible Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Salary: 22,500 PA
Contract Type: Temporary with potential to go permanent
Enhanced DBS Required

What's the Role About?
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? As a Supported Housing Officer, you'll work closely with individuals in need, helping them to access stable housing, navigate challenges, and rebuild their lives. This role is all about offering support, guidance, and practical help to ex-offenders and those at risk of homelessness.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Referral Pro: Build strong relationships with local agencies, prisons, and support services to ensure those in need are connected to the Service.
People-Centric: Assess service users' needs and risks, and provide at least two face-to-face support sessions weekly.
Life Skills Coach: Help service users develop essential skills to secure and maintain independent housing.
Support Guru: Create user-focused support plans covering housing, health, finances, education, relationships, and more.
Housing Helper: Guide users to tenancy readiness, find suitable landlords, and explore alternative accommodation options.
On-the-Go: Be flexible, working in the office, community, or even at service users' homes.

What Makes This Role Special?

Impactful Work: Help prevent homelessness and give individuals the tools they need to lead stable, fulfilling lives.
Diverse Responsibilities: No two days are the same - from street outreach to inter-agency collaborations, you'll always stay busy.
Service-User Focused: Your work will be shaped by the needs and goals of the people you support.


What We're Looking For:
Passion for helping others and making a difference.
Ability to assess risks and develop tailored support plans.
Flexible approach to working hours and locations.
Willingness to roll up your sleeves and adapt to new challenges.
A proactive, compassionate, and collaborative mindset.

Perks:
Annual Leave: 20 days, increasing to 25 after probation, plus 8 public holidays.
Flexibility: Work hours designed to meet service users' needs - early starts and late finishes may be required.
Potential for Growth: Start as temporary but with a real chance to secure a permanent role.

Ready to Apply?
No CV? No problem! Call us, and we'll help you through the process. Let's make a difference together. Get in touch today! HMIND