Housing and Wellbeing Officer

Job Advertisement: Housing and Wellbeing Officer

Halcyon Care North West is excited to announce our partnership with CC Housing Management Ltd, a dedicated local housing and management company in Preston. We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Housing and Wellbeing Officer to join our team!

Job Title: Housing and Wellbeing OfficerLocation: PrestonHours of Work: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Sunday, 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM)Salary: £24,000 (effective from 1st April)Parking: Onsite available

About the Role:

As a Housing and Wellbeing Officer, your primary goal will be to support our mission of reducing homelessness and empowering individuals at risk. You will play a pivotal role within a small team as we navigate an exciting period of growth and change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess individual support needs and develop tailored Housing settlement and support plans.
• Provide comprehensive support to clients, encouraging them to achieve independent living and engage positively within the community.
• Conduct risk assessments and keep documentation updated to reflect clients’ evolving needs.
• Foster relationships with local neighbors to aid client integration into the community.
• Manage tenancy-related issues, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.
• Support clients preparing for independence, including assistance with the moving process and resettlement.
• Liaise with other housing and support services and provide necessary referrals and resources.
• Assist in the operational management of the service, ensuring optimal capacity and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Prepare reports and quality assurance data, contributing to the continuous improvement of services offered.

Who We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• A compassionate and resilient approach to dealing with the challenges some clients may face.
• Flexibility to work outside of regular hours, including evenings and occasional weekends.
• Knowledge of housing issues and support services is an advantage.

Join Us:

If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and helping others achieve their aspirations, we want to hear from you!

Halcyon Care North West and CC Housing Management Ltd are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We look forward to receiving your application!