Outreach worker - Building Recruitment Company : Job Details

LOCATION:             BasingstokeHOURS:                   28.5SALARY:                 £12.94 plus holiday PAYEDURATION:             Temp (4-6 week, may be extended)Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in people's lives? Do you have a heart for supporting individuals experiencing homelessness? If so, our client is seeking a dedicated Rough Sleeper - Prevention Worker to join our team on a contract basis. This role offers an opportunity to work directly with those in need and contribute to preventing and addressing homelessness in our community.

• Contribute to proactive measures that prevent individuals from becoming entrenched in rough sleeping.
• Support vulnerable individuals by providing practical assistance and guidance.
• Collaborate with local agencies to ensure a holistic and effective approach in addressing homelessness.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience in outreach work or relevant field, demonstrating a deep understanding of the complexities of homelessness.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse individuals, showing empathy and sensitivity to their needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with both service users and external stakeholders.
• A proactive and resilient nature with the ability to manage challenging situations with compassion and professionalism.
• Passion for social justice and a commitment to advocating for the homeless community.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant qualification in social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Additional training in mental health first aid or substance abuse support is advantageous.

  Essential:  

• Full UK driving license for travel between locations and to conduct outreach activities.

  For more information about this position, please call Cali Webb on .