Resettlement Housing Empowerment Worker - Ashford, United Kingdom - Sodexo

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Ashford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description
Job Introduction HMP Bronzefield is committed to the safe resettlement of prison leavers.

Finding suitable, safe, supportive, and sustainable accommodation is often a challenge for prison leavers and we seek to address this through innovation and partnership with local stakeholders.

The St. Hilda's House Project is a unique partnership between HMP Bronzefield, St. Hilda's Church and Hope into Action.

The project provides accommodation for a small number of prison leavers from HMP Bronzefield into the local area of Ashford, Surrey.

The St. Hilda's House project comprises of accommodation in a small house which is owned by St.

Hilda's Church and provides tenancy for 2 women for up to 2 years with the support of a network of church volunteers and specialist guidance from Hope into Action, a leading charity which enables churches to house the homeless.

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Main Responsibilities

  • Empower tenants to reach their full potential and successfully move on from our house.
  • Ensure that all tenants meet their financial obligations to the project.
  • Attend tenant casework review meetings and staff supervision meetings.
  • To move on tenants and evict where necessary adhering to relevant processes and policies.
  • Deliver the relevant eviction paperwork and work with line management if court proceedings are required.
  • Support the training of church volunteers.
  • To support St Hilda's Church volunteers to fulfil their roles, keeping them enthused and equipped.
  • Lead the assessment and referral process of potential tenants.
  • Lead the case work for each tenant.
  • Complete relevant paperwork as you work alongside tenants and project volunteers.
  • Contribute to and make guided decisions around disciplinary measures required for tenants.
  • Keep relevant paperwork and files up to date and compliant with relevant legislation.
  • Attend training events at the prison.
  • Write end of month reports for Line Manager.

_ Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements_.**
Desirable

  • Experience working with those resettling from prison.
  • Experience in planning and coordinating work.
  • The ability to complete all mandatory training as required and learning "on the job" to support the job role.
  • Experience of working with groups or individuals to motivate and change behaviour.
  • An understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity good practice.

Essential

  • Flexible and professional approach.
  • Experience of providing housing support and navigating the processes and requirements associated with claiming benefits, housing assistance or other grants.
  • 5 GCSE A-C Grade or equivalent.
  • Ability to build professional prosocial relationships (with prisoners; with other prison staff; project volunteers, partner agencies and stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of the 9 Pathways to Reducing Reoffending (for women).
  • Nonjudgmental understanding of the life experiences and social problems affecting women in custody and how these also affect their ability to resettle effectively and safely into the community.
  • Ability to deal with potentially aggressive/abusive behaviour whilst remaining professional.
  • Effective organisational skills including the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines and maintain high standards across all elements of the job.
  • Ability to work effectively both in a team and on an individual basis.
  • Developed communication skills (both oral and written).
  • To lone work when necessary and give selfdirection within a defined set of parameters.
  • To be comfortable attending prayer / thanksgiving / worship events and demonstrate sympathy with the Christian faith.

Package Description
£ per month + £132.6 London Weighting.


Working Hours
16.00 hours (Regular Monday - Friday pattern)


Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.


In addition, we offer:
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Sodexo Discounts including Costco Membership, Free Spree cashback card and Gym discounts
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Sodexo Retirement Plan
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Access to ongoing training and development programs including apprenticeships
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Countless opportunities for career development and to grow within the company
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Community Online Academy (COA)
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Employee Lottery
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Mental Health First Response Programme
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Health and wellbeing incentives including Spectrum.
Life, YuLife and Talk
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Reward and Recognition schemes
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Flexible working considered
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Stop Hunger Foundation and Volunteering days
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Cycle to work scheme
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Bupa Healthcare Plan
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Life Assurance
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Free meals (if applicable) and parking on site.
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