Floating Support Worker

Rochdale

Temporary

£16 - £17 per hour

Morgan Hunt is collaborating with several charities and housing providers eager to connect with experienced housing support professionals for temporary contracts while awaiting long - term funding outcomes for their services. This role involves providing essential support to individuals facing various challenges, ensuring they maintain their tenancies and improve their overall wellbeing.

• Work with individuals to create personalised support plans that address their specific needs and goals.
• Encourage and assist clients in developing life skills, such as budgeting, cooking, and managing their tenancy.
• Help clients maintain their tenancy by providing advice on rent payments and understanding tenancy agreements.
• Offer emotional support to clients facing challenges such as mental health issues, addiction, or social isolation.
• Assist clients in accessing local services, including healthcare, education, employment, and benefits.
• Respond to emergencies or crises, providing immediate support and ensuring client safety.
• Identify and report safeguarding concerns in line with organisational policies.
• Collaborate with external agencies to ensure clients receive comprehensive support.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure clients' living environments are safe.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and support provided.
• Advocate for clients, ensuring their voices are heard and rights upheld.

• Previous experience within community based settings.
• Experience working with vulnerable individuals, such as those experiencing homelessness, severe and enduring mental health and addiction.
• Proven ability to provide practical and emotional support to individuals with diverse needs.
• Familiarity with safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with housing providers and external agencies.

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.