- To provide a supportive outreach response to rough sleepers. You will be responsible for conducting outreach work across Medway to verify, engage and support rough sleepers. You will have experience in dealing with rough sleepers with multiple needs and able to work with challenging behaviour.
- To follow up individuals sleeping rough and liaise with partner agencies to deliver multi-agency reports and interventions, within Medway.
- To provide information and advice on support services available and provide assistance in exploring various housing options. To seek resettlement and move on options for long term rough sleepers.
- To be able to adapt working practises to work with vulnerable people both on the streets and within accommodation.
- To carry a case load of clients, ensuring they are effectively supported and this is followed up with effective casework management including client centred support plans, risk assessments and needs assessments.
Back to searchR7303101 - Outreach worker
4Recruitment Services
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Chatham, Kent ME4 6NY
£24,000 - £28,800 per annum
Part Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position requires a driving license and business insurance, as outreach work will be conducted across Medway.
- Candidates should have experience working with rough sleepers who have multiple needs and can handle challenging behavior.
- Responsibilities include verifying, engaging, and supporting rough sleepers, as well as liaising with partner agencies for multi-agency reports.
- The role also involves providing information on support services and exploring housing options for long-term rough sleepers.
- Candidates are expected to have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, with a salary of £28,000 per year.
