Outreach Support Worker
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Social Work
Community Health -
Healthcare
Community Health
This role is for a housing association, supporting vulnerable individuals across Colchester and Tendring to live independently, maintain their tenancies, and build confidence and life skills. You will work directly with clients in their homes, helping them navigate welfare benefits, access services, and overcome challenges related to mental health, physical health, or employment, while promoting resilience and self-sufficiency.
Day-to-day responsibilities:Visit clients in their homes to help maintain tenancies and develop life skills
Support individuals with welfare benefits, accessing local services, and building confidence
Provide pre-tenancy advice and ongoing tenancy support
Liaise with external agencies to ensure appropriate support is in place
Offer crisis intervention when required
Promote independence and resilience rather than providing personal care
Experience (paid or voluntary) in a support role
Background in working with people facing mental health, health-related, or employment challenges
Understanding of housing support needs and welfare benefits
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check
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